Send Twin Cities is a small network of churches teaming up to plant more churches in the Twin Cities committed to the supremacy of Jesus, relationship discipleship, and seeking the good of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Send Twin Cities is teaming up with TCMBA (Twin Cities Metro Baptist Association) for a lunch and discussion together as pastors.
Send Twin Cities is teaming up with TCMBA (Twin Cities Metro Baptist Association) for a lunch and discussion together as pastors.
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The MN-WI State Convention will be meeting in Wisconsin! More info forthcoming!
Send Twin Cities is teaming up with TCMBA (Twin Cities Metro Baptist Association) for a lunch and discussion together as pastors.
Counselor and author, Chip Dodd, will be leading a marriage session on Who We’re Made to Be and How to Live Together as Who We're Made to Be.
Based outside of Nashville, Chip has worked as a counselor for over 30 years. Specializing in the field of recovery and redemption, he has written several books on the importance of our emotions, including The Voice of the Heart: A Call to Full Living, The Needs of the Heart, and Keeping Heart. You can get to know him through his podcast, Living with Heart.
This event is open to everyone. Get the word out to your churches! The cost is $15/couple or $7.50 per individual. The registration deadline is Sunday, April 14.
Childcare will not be provided.
Weather permitting, the Twin Home Opener is Thursday, April 4!
Like last year, we are organizing group of ten pastors to enjoy the game together. The ten spots are available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. If you’d like to make it, submit the form below.
The Pastors’ Symposium is a morning seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On March 14, Pastor Jonathan Parnell, Lead Pastor of Cities Church, will speak on what it means for God to be our all-consuming passion. Learning from Paul, we’ll consider how his passion shaped the way he saw the world, and why it’s vital for pastors to follow his example in our lives and ministries.
The address will begin at 9:00am, followed by an informal discussion related to the topic. No registration is required, just attend if you can and pass on the invitation to other pastor-brothers in the area.
Send Twin Cities is teaming up with TCMBA (Twin Cities Metro Baptist Association) for a lunch and discussion together as pastors.
The Pastors’ Symposium is a morning seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On December 7, Pastor Steven Lee, Lead Pastor of North Church in Mounds View, will address us on the topic of leading a church staff. An exceptional leader, Pastor Lee has guided North Church through remarkable transitions over the last five years, including inheriting and stewarding a large church staff.
The address will begin at 9:00am, followed by a meal and informal Q&A with Pastor Lee. No registration is required, just attend if you can and pass on the invitation to other pastor-brothers in the area.
The Pastors’ Symposium is a morning seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On November 16, Pastor Brian Davis, lead planter of Exalting Christ Church in northeast Minneapolis, will address us on the topic of developing and communicating a missional vision.
The address will begin at 9:00am, followed by a meal and informal Q&A with Pastor Davis. No registration is required, just attend if you can and pass on the invitation to other pastor-brothers in the area.
The Preaching Christ in Hebrews conference with Christ-Centered & Clear will be hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul on Saturday, October 21.
During this day of training and fellowship, we'll hear from seasoned pastors on how to effectively preach and teach from the book of Hebrews. We'll close with a Christ-centered exposition that will serve as both an example and an encouragement as we all seek to minister faithfully to God's flock.
The cost is only $25 per person (lunch and a book included). Registration is from 10:30 -11:00 am. The first session will start promptly at 11:00 am with the day ending around 5:00 pm.
We expect this to be helpful for pastors/elders from your church, but I also encourage you to let your whole church know about this as we learn to see and share Jesus in Hebrews.
This Fall, join John Piper, the teachers of Desiring God, and the faculty of Bethlehem College & Seminary for a two-day up-close-and-personal gathering at Bethlehem Baptist Church’s downtown campus.
The Pastors’ Symposium is a morning seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On June 15, Pastor Kenny Stokes, Lead Pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in MInneapolis, will address us on the topic of church planting and multiplication. For years Pastor Kenny has helped lead the Treasuring Christ Together Network, a family of churches theologically aligned with Bethlehem’s vision of the supremacy of God in all things.
Pastor Kenny will remind us of the doctrinal foundations of church planting and provide practical advice for how to build a culture of multiplication at your church. The address will begin at 9:00am, followed by a meal and informal Q&A with Pastor Miller. No registration is required, just attend if you can and pass on the invitation to other pastor-brothers in the area.
The Pastors’ Symposium is a morning seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On May 25, Pastor Dan Miller, Senior Pastor of Eden Baptist Church in Burnsville since 1989, will address us on the topic of pastoral care. Leaning on Scripture and drawing from his years of pastoral experience, Pastor Miller will guide us on how to envision this vital aspect of the pastoral vocation.
The address will begin at 9:00am, followed by a meal and informal Q&A with Pastor Miller. No registration is required, just attend if you can and pass on the invitation to other pastor-brothers in the area.
The annual Send Regional Gathering for the Midwest is happening in Columbus Wednesday, April 12 to Friday, April 14. The registration fee for this conference is 100% reimbursable upon checking in on Wednesday. These regional gatherings, smaller than large conferences, are chocked full of encouragement. Practical breakouts, passionate worship, and sharp teaching make this an event you mark on your calendars every year.
In effort to help you attend this gathering, Send Twin Cities will offer $200 toward travel expenses for Send planters and pastors.
The Pastors’ Symposium is a morning seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On March 16, Pastor Jason Wredberg, Lead Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in Minnetonka, will address us on the topic of endurance in pastoral ministry, especially through the changing seasons of a church’s life.
The address will begin at 9:00am, followed by a meal and informal Q&A with Pastor Wrebberg. No registration is required, just attend if you can and pass on the invitation to other pastor-brothers in the area.
On January 31 — Tuesday night of the Bethlehem Conference for Pastors — Send Twin Cities is hosting an informal event for pastors at the historic Saint Paul Hotel. It’ll be time to connect and fellowship after the evening session (around 8:30pm). The room number is TBD. No RSVP is required — just show up. The invitation is open to all.
Send Twin Cities is offering free registration for every Send planter and pastor. If you’d like to attend, let us know and we’ll send you the special registration code:
In this one-day seminar from Bethlehem Seminary, Joe Rigney will explore the goal and method of interpretation, both of the Scriptures and of everything else. This seminar will commend Golden Rule Hermeneutics (Treat authors as you want to be treated), distinguish between an author’s intended meaning as well as a text’s abiding significance, and explore how we can read great books in light of the Greatest Book.
Hone your coaching skills in this one-day seminar, hosted by Cities Church. Learn how to lead others in solving problems, reaching goals, and fulfilling their ministry gifts. More information TBA.
In this one-day seminar from Bethlehem Seminary, Joe Rigney will explore the nature of human beings as embodied and ensouled creatures, with both intellect and will. This seminar will reflect on the various faculties of the mind and their relation to the body, as well as the differences between affections, passions, emotions, and choices. These foundational reflections will be brought to bear on practical issues such as the role of duty in the Christian life, the struggle with anxiety and depression, and the role of the body and mind in sanctification.
The Simeon’s Trust Workshop on Biblical Exposition is a 3-day training event aimed to encourage and equip you in the skills needed to read, understand, and proclaim the Word of God.
The cost before September 21 is $139. For scholarship information, contact Jonathan Parnell (jparnell@namb.net).
This Fall, join John Piper, the teachers of Desiring God, and the faculty of Bethlehem College & Seminary for a two-day up-close-and-personal gathering at Bethlehem Baptist Church’s downtown campus. Together we will plumb the depths of God’s greatest pleasures: his happiness in himself; in his sovereignty; in his creation; in the gospel of his Son; and in our faith, obedience, and worship.
We will have interactive sessions geared for high school students, for parents and grandparents, for pastors, for men, and for women. Bethlehem faculty will lead extended workshops that mine the treasures of God’s word and wrestle with great books. The teachers from Desiring God will lead a special writers’ workshop for those of all ages who aspire to communicate clearly and beautifully through the written word.
This is a half-day seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On September 22, Kenny Ortiz, pastor at Cities Church, will speak on what we can learn from mid-20th century Evangelical leaders Harold Ockenga, Carl Henry, and Billy Graham. What are some of the enduring lessons we might glean as 21st century pastors in the Twin Cities?
Join a small cohort of pastors and planters this fall as we meet to discuss J. I. Packer’s classic book, "Fundamentalism" and the Word of God (see notes). Even though it was written over 60 years ago, this gem is just as relevant for pastors today as it was when first published. It is vital reading for any pastor who wants to faithfully minister God's word. Pastors Jeremy Adelman (River City Church) and Jonathan Parnell (Cities Church) will be facilitating the discussions:
September 14 from 1:00-2:15p
To discuss Foreword - Chapter 2
October 12 1:00-2:15p
To discuss Chapters 3 - 4
November 9 from 1:00-2:15p
To discuss Chapters 5 - 6
December 14 from 1:00-2:15p
To discuss Chapters 7 - Conclusion
In this one-day seminar from Bethlehem Seminary, Joe Rigney will explore the biblical and philosophical foundations for the life-changing approach to life and ministry known as Christian Hedonism. From God’s eternal delight in himself in the Trinity, to his creation of the world that displays his glory, to his providence over all of history, to the human response of joy and delight in God himself and his gifts, this seminar will challenge and provoke you to join God in the ultimate purpose for all things.
This upcoming preaching workshop is a half-day event hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul. The aim is to help pastors faithfully minister the Word by refocusing on the importance of preaching in the local church. This workshop, free of charge for all pastors and planters, includes three 30-minute messages (followed by group discussions), a book giveaway, and lunch together.
8:30–9:00 Check-in
9:00–9:30 Preaching Is Hard Work (David Mathis)
9:30–9:45 Discussion
10:00–10:30 Preaching As Worship (Jonathan Parnell)
10:30–10:45 Discussion
11:00–11:30 Preaching to Real People (Joe Rigney)
11:30–11:45 Lunch + Discussion
Many pastors spend disportionately more time preparing sermons than they do other tasks, and rightly so. Preaching is worthy of our hard work. In this talk, Pastor David Mathis will help pastors and planters count the cost of good preaching — both in the days before preaching, in the moment of preaching, and in the hours after preaching.
The ultimate goal of preaching is to show people the glory of Jesus in the Bible so that they join you in worshiping him. That is what is meant by “preaching as worship.” But how does that fit with the other aspects of the church’s liturgy? In this talk, Pastor Jonathan Parnell will explore the significance of the sermon in the church’s worship, including the opportunity the sermon provides and what’s at stake if we get this wrong.
How important is particular application to the people in your congregation? Faithful ministry of the Word consists of much more than a generic sermon that might sit well with a faceless podcast audience. Pastors are to teach, exhort, rebuke, correct, and train — and that requires that we know our flocks. In this talk, Pastor Joe Rigney will help pastors and planters reimagine the task of exposition to involve more than exegesis, but also insight into the sheep.
This is a half-day seminar hosted at Vertical Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor in the Twin Cities, followed by lunch and discussion.
On June 9, Chris Asmus, lead pastor of Vertical Church St. Paul, will speak to us on the ministry of welcome in the local church. How can we as pastors embody and help improve the sense of welcome in our churches?
This is a half-day seminar hosted at Cities Church in St. Paul, including one message from a fellow pastor, followed by lunch and discussion.
On May 5, Brett Louis, founding pastor of Christ Redeemer Church in Woodbury, will speak to us on the importance of emotional health for pastors.
April 25–26, 2022, we are back to in-person regional gatherings, and in the greatest baseball city in the world!
This is a one-day conference on the role of pastors as theologians in their local church.
9:00am: Check-in / Fellowship Time
9:45am: Welcome
10:00am: Session #1 The Pastor as Ecclesial Theologian with Joel Lawrence
10:45am: Break
11:00am: Session #2 The Pastor as Biblical Theologian with Brian Tabb
11:45am: Lunch (included in your registration)
1:00pm: Session #3 The Pastor as Public Theologian with Bryan Bademan
1:45pm: Break
2:00pm: Panel Discussion- Why Churches Need Pastor-Theologians Today
2:45pm: Wrap-up / Finish
Pastor and author Jonathan Leeman will lead a one-day conference on the doctrine of the church, hosted by Cities Church in St. Paul.
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