A Conversation with Will Willimon immediately after the network premiere of
A Will to Preach, a half-hour documentary film examining the perspective and impact of the renowned minister, on Thursday, May 27.
Airing at 9:30 p.m.,
A Will to Preach was produced by Susie Films and examines Willimon’s perspective and theology. The film touches on several characteristics of his preaching style, including his affinity for storytelling, his use of laughter and his desire to act as a provocateur, emphasizing the radicality of Jesus Christ. The project features archived footage of past sermons delivered by Willimon, as well as interviews with students, colleagues at Duke Divinity School, fellow ministers and his wife, Patsy Willimon. Presented by SCETV and selected by American Public Television (APT) for national distribution,
3 Books Every Christian Must Read to Survive America’s Culture Wars
May 20, 2021
Jack Lee
For Christians in America, the world looks very different than it did a generation ago. Over the past few decades, we have watched church attendance fall and immorality blossom. Tension around social and cultural issues is at an all time high. My friends, we are waist-deep in social, culture wars as I write this. All around us are progressive ideals that threaten the moral fabric of Christianity that holds our churches and communities together. I have previously written on how Christians need to prepare their hearts and renew their minds with helpful insight on how to survive such pressing times.
AllOnGeorgia
May 21, 2021
The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), in partnership with the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (NOBTS) Leavell College Extension Center at Whitworth Women’s Facility (WF), hosted a commencement ceremony honoring ten female offenders on Friday, May 21, 2021. This ceremony celebrated the first female offenders in the GDC to receive an associate degree in Christian Ministry through the Leavell College NOBTS program.
“I am proud of the hard work, dedication and commitment these offenders have shown toward meeting their goals and graduating with their Associate Degrees,” said Commissioner Timothy C. Ward. “We appreciate our partnership with NOBTS and Heartbound Ministries in assisting offenders with positive change within themselves and the walls of the facilities.”