Experience the resilience of the Latinx community through the intersection of art, faith, public policy and theology. September 20-21, 2019 SMU Perkins School of Theology and SMU Meadows School of the Arts Free and Open to the Public Advanced Registration Requested Featuring nationally renowned scholars, artists, local activists, clergy and community leaders in a variety...

Educating Clergy, Faith Communities, and Caregivers about Addiction Doubletree by Hilton, Bloomington, MN Addiction in every form, including opioid addiction, is ravaging our world. The conference seeks to help answer the question, “How can we as people of faith respond to this crisis?” We believe faith communities can play a vital role -- to better...

VA North Texas Health Care System, in partnership with the VA Center for Faith and Opportunity Initiative and the Columbia Lighthouse Project, will highlight the role faith communities play in suicide prevention and equip you with the tools and resources you need to identify and help those who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts. VA...

Stewardship Kaleidoscope is an annual conference offering excellent plenary speakers, informative workshop leaders, provocative worship experiences, and incredible networking opportunities for all who are passionate about stewardship and generosity. Drawing leaders from across the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and beyond, Stewardship Kaleidoscope is designed to help participants explore stewardship...

Lutherans have traditionally read Paul’s Letters (Romans and Galatians) as theological treatises on human justification by grace alone. We are made right with God by grace, apart from works. This theological outlook, however, has material consequences for how we formulate justice-oriented economic systems. How does the idea of works vs. grace play into our contemporary...