ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP

This program is an opportunity to explore more deeply a centered-set approach to church. The event is designed for pastors, ministry leaders, and small group leaders familiar with the centered church concept. Come to share challenges you have encountered applying a centered approach and learn from others seeking to implement a centered approach.

The event will include input from Mark Baker, author of Centered-Set Church: Discipleship and Community Without Judgmentalism, and a panel of practitioners. Much of the time will be given to questions for the author and panel and table group discussion. It is highly recommended that you read the book before the event.

“Help your community of faith keep firm convictions without drawing lines that promote polarization and judgmental attitudes.” César García, General Secretary, Mennonite World Conference

ABOUT THE SPEAKER 

Mark D. Baker is Professor of Mission and Theology at Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary. He previously was a missionary in Honduras for ten years and a campus minister with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship at Syracuse University for three years. Since 2008 he has led a weekly Bible study at the Fresno County Jail. He has a Ph.D. in theology from Duke University and an MA in New Testament from New College Berkeley. He has written a number of books in English and Spanish.

Admission: General $40; "Living Lightly $15; Students are free.

Location: First Presbyterian Church Berkeley, CA