The Lee University School of Religion will host a Pastoral Care Conference on Saturday morning, Nov. 5, in the School of Religion.
The event will include two panel discussions that address pertinent ministerial topics. They will take place at 10:05 a.m. and 11:10 a.m. so that attendees are able to participate in both sessions.
“Lee University School of Religion is not only interested in preparing students for successful work in the church, but also in partnering with current pastors to address issues that may help them live their calling and accomplish their vocational goals in ever more increasingly proficient ways,” said Dr. Skip Jenkins, chair of Lee’s Department of Theology. “This initiative is our first step in broadening our aid to local churches and their pastoral staff.”
Session One, “The Pastor’s Work,” will discuss the changing face of pastoral care in the 21st century. Speakers include Dr. Terry Cross, dean of Lee’s SOR; Dr. Frank Nation, vice president of Mission and Culture, TriHealth Inc.; and Dr. Mark Williams, senior pastor of North Cleveland Church of God.
Session Two, “The Culture of Self-Harm,” will address the challenge of youth self-harm and strategies to handle it. Rob Bailey, assistant director of Church of God International Youth and Discipleship; Casey Cole, special adjunct in theology at Lee; and Dr. Bill Effler, associate professor of pastoral studies at Lee, will lead this discussion panel.
Coffee and refreshments will be served. Admission is free, but registration is requested. For more information on the event, contact Vicki Dennison at vdennison@leeuniversity.edu or 303-5110. To register, visit http://www.leehomecoming.com/register/.