Athanasius & the black church
a FREE church history webinar
May 5, 2022 (Thursday) | 7 pm Central Time
Ever wondered what areas of ministry you need further equipping on?
Church pastors, leaders, and members of the church have the unique potential to be a voice of hope and healing for the community of churches all around the world. In both words and deeds, Christians proclaim the majesty of Christ. All the physical and historical barriers that separate us are being knocked down by Christ’s atoning work on the cross, which has made it possible for us to view one another as brothers and sisters in Christ. As followers of Christ, we are called to make an impact in our community.
Grace School of Theology seeks to train spiritual leaders that would impact the world through God’s Word. With its Black Church Studies program, you can be educated about the black church and its contributions to society so you can be a catalyst of change and reconciliation in your community.
In this free live webinar, Dr. Ken Wilson will be diving into church history and introducing a black church father, Athanasius, and why it is relevant for us believers to know about him and his contributions.
Studying about the Black Church is for everyone. Join us in this commitment to learn and serve our diverse communities.
About the Speaker
Dr. Ken Wilson
Dr. Ken Wilson graduated as a medical doctor from the University of Texas system, followed by an Orthopedic Residency and Hand Fellowship. He then taught as a full-time academic professor at Oregon’s medical school for many years. While maintaining his hand surgery practice, Dr. Wilson decided to pursue theology. He graduated magna cum laude from Faith Lutheran Seminary with an M.Div. degree, then magna cum laude from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary with a Th.M. degree. Dr. Wilson attended The University of Oxford in the United Kingdom where he received his doctorate in theology with the thesis, “Augustine’s Conversion from Traditional Free Choice to ‘Non-free Free Will’: A Comprehensive Methodology.“
He enjoys horseback riding on his cattle ranch in Oregon, hiking, and playing guitar. Dr. Wilson continues to perform hand surgery while teaching full-time as a Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History at Grace School of Theology. He has been married to LeLynn for more than 30 years, and they have four adult children who are engaged in disciple-making and biblical social justice.
About the Host
Dr. Mark “Dean” Haywood
Dr. Mark “Dean” Haywood has decades of proven excellence and experience in leading and teaching within the educational arena. As the Provost and Professor of Homiletics, Hermeneutics, and Bible Exposition at Grace School of Theology, he is committed to encouraging students and staff alike to continue to “see it through!” no matter the circumstance.
Black Church Studies Program
Biblically Accurate, Culturally Relevant
New course offered this Summer 2022!
Available for Certificate, Undergraduate, and Graduate
In our introductory course to our latest program, Black Church Studies, students can anticipate getting a broad overview study on the history of the Black Church in American society in the lens of learning and celebrating the contributions of the Black Church as a ministry and an institution since its inception.
Explore with Dr. Adolph and Dr. Beavers topics such as the Black Church History in America, Black Church Worship Experience in America, Black Church Preaching in America, Black Church Ethics in America, and more!
