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To be truly visionary we have to root our imagination in our concrete reality while simultaneously imagining possibilities beyond that reality.

—Dr. bell hooks

Collaborative Conversations hosts discussion around vital issues in Christian education through synchronous and asynchronous technology so that the collective concerns and insights of educators, pastors, and leaders can inform emerging research and practices.

Creating space and opportunities for faculty and practitioners to engage in critical conversations that develop innovative, effective, and imaginative theories, models, and methods.

Creativity and Innovation Cohorts invites practitioners to develop new approaches to ministries by engaging adaptive and practical theology methodologies so that aspects of the Church’s witness can remain relevant and dynamic.

Research Roundtables fosters critical and dynamic research by convening researchers, practitioners, faculty, and students in order to cultivate emerging pedagogical models and practices for educational ministries.

On Teaching deepens and strengthens our pedagogical practices and educational habits through a collection of essays, resources, tips, reflections, and ideas so that our common teaching ministry shapes identity, nurtures meaning-making, and engenders faithful living in the world.

Spark Conversations keep the discussion going beyond in-person and/or virtual gatherings by providing communal space to share your ideas, questions, and comments so that the voices of colleagues in ministry around the Church and beyond are shared, heard, and valued.