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 FEATURED SPEAKER:
THOMAS R. HAWKINS
Thomas R. Hawkins is a spirited, experienced, learned pastor, teacher, and conference leader. He is author of many books guiding congregations into a fresh vision of Christian community and practices of leadership.
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Among his numerous books are:
- Loving God with All Your Mind: Equipping the Community of Faith for Theological Thinking, 2005
- Cultivating Christian Community, 2001
- Faithful Leadership: Learning to Lead with Power, 1999
- The Learning Congregation: A New Vision of Leadership, 1997
- A Life that Becomes the Gospel, 1992
- Sharing the Search: A Theology of Christian Hospitality, 1987
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Articles include:
- "The Educational Opportunity: Communities of Faith as Learning Communities" in The Center Letter
- "How to Minister in a White Water Society" in Circuit Rider
Thomas brings a range of experience in ministry, including:
- Assistant Professor, School of Technology, Eastern Illinois University
- Co-pastor as part of a clergy-couple, First Presbyterian Church, Charleston, IL
- New Church Developer for Northside UMC in Dennis, MA, and pastorates in Westford and Belchertown, MA.
- Dean at McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago
- Director of Connectional Ministries, and District Superintendent, UMC Illinois Great Rivers Conference
Education and training include:
- Ed.D. University of Illinois
- M.A. Harvard University
- MA. Indiana University
- B.A. Eastern Illinois University
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FOR MORE INFORMATION contact the Center for Parish Development: 773-752-1596 or email: cpd@missionalchurch.org
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