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An episode just released during which I joined Eddie and Chris to talk about what it means to be a part of this family we call “church,” as well as how generational difference plays into the life & mission of the church. Enjoy! https://www.theweightpodcast.com/episodes/wonderful-tension-with-will-willimon

Below are each of the three Beecher Lectures given at Yale Divinity School this fall. I hope you’ll find these lectures helpful as you continue in the ministry into which God has called you. Thanks to those who were able to tune in!

On the outset of the Beecher Lectures, here’s a video I did as a part of the Bishop’s Institute for Ministry & Leadership in partnership with the Episcopal Diocese of Florida. It’s one of ten videos in a series called “Preachers on Preaching.” Enjoy!

“The cross is what you get for walking with Jesus.” As you prepare for worship this week, I hope you’ll find this sermon helpful. Here’s a link to a few other sermons, headlined by my friend Jason Micheli.

I had the opportunity in August to lead a Bible study on Malachi, the final book found on the scroll of the Minor Prophets. I hope that you’ll find, whether you’re preaching or teaching or studying this book for yourself, some of these comments to be helpful!

Dr. Herbert Fain has invited me to join him on September 9th to discuss the practice of ministry with his students. You can find more information on how to join below: FE 651/652 Ministry Practicum & IE 601/602 Integrative ExperienceGuest Speaker via Zoom Reverend Dr. William H. Willimon Thursday, September 9, 2021 5:00-6:00 pm CSTContinue reading “Guest Appearance with Houston Graduate School of Theology”

I hope you enjoy this interview Stanley Hauerwas and I did for our friends over at The Christian Century. “Woundedness is the predictable price we pay for being sent on outrageous assignments by Jesus.” https://www.christiancentury.org/article/interview/dangers-providing-pastoral-care

Here’s a video titled “After Church History: Can Canadian Christians Evangelize?” I join my friend Rev. Dr. Jason Byassee, who’s on the faculty at Vancouver School of Theology. We talk about a “post-colonial, post-imperialist, unapologetic apology for Christian witness today.” Enjoy!

The gang at Crackers&Grape Juice is featuring me and Tony Robinson responding to questions from pastors and other church leaders. We Grumpy Old Men welcome your questions and we’ll have fun responding.

Friends: I’ve enjoyed your response to my two sermons that I posted last week. It’s fun to see the comparisons that you have made.  This week, I thought it might be fun for me to share with you the sermon I preached Sunday at First Baptist, Asheville and have you share your feedback with meContinue reading “Preaching as Truth-Telling”