Every pastor, church leader, and Christian should attend this conference to dive deep into the theological,relational, and ministry-related questions that come up in the LGBTQ conversation.

Dr. Preston Sprinkle is a biblical scholar, speaker, podcaster, a New York Times bestselling author, and is the co-founder and president of The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender. He earned a Ph.D. in New Testament from Aberdeen University in Scotland (2007), and has taught theology at Cedarville University (OH), Nottingham University (U.K.), and Eternity Bible College (CA). Preston and his wife, Chris, live in Boise, Idaho, with their three daughters and son.

 

LOCATION

Arcade Church

  • 3927 Marconi Avenue | Sacramento, CA 95821
  • Directions: Google | Bing
  • Need a hotel room? Contact Sally Hahn, Director of Connections
SCHEDULE

Tuesday, February 8

  • 6:00pm: Doors Open for registration
  • 6:30pm :Introduction and the Grace/Truth Way of Jesus
  • 7:00pm:  Theology of Marriage and Same Sex Relations
  • 7:30pm: Break
  • 7:45pm: Can Christians Truly Love LGBT+ People without Changing their Theology?
  • 8:00pm: The Importance of Language and Terms
  • 8:45pm: Q & A
  • 9:00pm: Prayer and Dismissal

Wednesday, February 9

  • 8:00am: Doors open for registration
  • 8:30am: Day 2 Intro – Stuff You Already Know
  • 8:45am: Engaging Affirming Arguments
  • 9:15am: Foundations for Ministry: 7 Key Questions/Proposals
  • 10:15am: Questions and Responses / Case Study 1
  • 11:00am: Engaging the Transgender Conversation & Case Study 2
  • 12:30pm: Lunch Break
  • 1:15pm: Meet the Family (Panel Discussion)
  • 2:00pm: Why the Church Needs LGBTQ People
  • 2:30pm: How Can LGBTQ People Flourish in the Church?
  • 3:00pm: Questions & Responses
  • 3:30pm: Dismissal
RESOURCES & ENDORSEMENTS

Resources

Endorsements

  • Francis Chan (pastor & author) “Preston is one of the leading and trusted Christian voices when it comes to faith, sexuality and gender. I wholeheartedly recommend that Christians learn from his work in this area.”
  • Matt Chandler (pastor & pres of Acts29) “As I have tried to navigate faithfully the issues of sexuality in our day…Preston does the best job I have found explaining the implications and applications of the Scriptures on these issues.”
  • Karen Swallow Prior (author) “God’s word and his truths never change, but cultures do. Living today in a culture that continually challenges historic church teachings on marriage and human sexuality, we need resources, teaching, and counsel that speak the truth in love for these times. This is what you’ll find at the Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender.”
ARE YOU A PART OF VCN NORCAL/NV?

If you are on staff at one of our association churches, please use the code “VCN” when registering. There will be some special resources for those online and giveaways for people who attend in person at the VCN Lounge located in the worship center during the conference.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

In the one evening and one day conference, he will deep deep into the theological, relational, and ministry-related questions that come up in the LGBTQ conversation.

The Tuesday evening session will be particularly helpful for parents with LGBTQ kids, leaders, and anyone with LGBTQ loved ones.

The full conference was designed with pastors, ministry leaders, and educators in mind, but is open to anyone who wants to explore these topics more deeply.

Two options to attend:
1.  Attend the Tuesday evening session (6:30pm – 9:00pm)
An Introduction to the LGBTQ Conversation
2.  Attend both sessions, Tuesday evening & Wednesday (8:30am – 3:30pm)
An Exploration for anyone who wants to explore these topics in a deeper way.
Join us in person in Sacramento, or stream the conference online.

If you are on staff at a VCN Church please put VCN in the Coupon code field. This will allow you to receive a pass for the VCN lounge.