Association of Youth Ministry Educators: 17th Annual Forum
Louisville, Kentucky
October 23-25, 2010
YOUTH MINISTRY AS PRACTICAL THEOLOGY?
Plenary Presenters
James Hampton, Ph. D.
Professor of Youth Ministry
Asbury Theological Seminary
"For Such a Time As This: The Convergence of Youth Ministry and Practical
Theology"
Paul Shrier, Ph.D.
Professor of Practical Theology
Azusa Pacific University
"Can theology really be practical for youth ministry ?"
Cheryl Crawford, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Youth Ministry, Department of Practical Theology
Azusa Pacific University
"Practical Theology: A Rudder for Youth Ministry?"
S. Steve Kang, Ph.D.
Professor of Educational Ministries and Interdisciplinary Studies
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
"Your Kingdom Come": Practical Theology as Living out Three Great Pillars of
Christianity
We are living in an increasingly pluralistic and complex context. At the same time, the youth workers' challenge is to articulate the Christian faith to youth rooted in that context. These three components, the context, the Gospel and adolescents, come together in the practice of Youth Ministry. It is vital for youth ministers and youth ministry educators to develop the ability to think theologically in a way that brings these three components together. This theological articulation must lead to personal praxis in the classroom and in working with adolescents. First we need to ask ourselves How/Where do youth ministry and practical theology intersect. And then, ask ourselves how we transfer this dialogue to the classroom.
This year's forum will be held in Louisville, KY from October 23 - October 25. Plenary speakers Dr. James Hampton, Dr. Paul Shrier and Dr. Cheryl Crawford will help us to consider the convergence of practical theology and youth ministry. The two disciplines in dialogue may give us an understanding of our work in reaching the youth. On Monday, Dr. S. Steve Kang will close the circle by considering doing theology in context.
As last year, the forum will be held at the historic The Brown Hotel. As Southern Living Magazine has noted, The Brown ". . . has been setting the standard for elegance for more than 80 years. Celebrities and royalty have slept at The Brown, it has been in the movies, and songs have been written about it. This kind of place isn't easily forgotten - or reproduced. You'll feel welcome the minute you step foot in the opulent lobby. Once in your guest room, you'll find lots of space (a surprising feature for a historic hotel)." We hope that you will join us at The Brown this year; you won't want to miss it!
Schedule
Saturday, October 23
12 - 2 p.m. Arrival and Registration
1:00 - 2:00 Breakout Session #1
Doctoral session
Professional development
1:30 - 2:30 New Members' Reception
2:30 - 4:30 Plenary Session #1
"For Such a Time as This: The
Convergence of Youth Ministry and
Practical Theology"
Speaker: Jim Hampton
Responder: Mark Senter
4:45 - 5:30 Breakout Session #2
5:45 - 7:45 Hotel Banquet
8:00 - 9:15 Affinity Groups and Poster Sessions
Sunday, October 24
8:00 a.m. Worship
8:45 a.m. Continental Break
9:30 -10:15 Breakout Session #3
10:45 - 12:15 Plenary Session #2
"Meaning of Practical Theology"
Paul Shier, Azusa Pacific University
Responder: Andy Root
12:15 - 12:45 Business meeting
12:45-5:15 Lunch on your own, free to explorer
5:15-6:15 Pizza Supper at Hotel
6:30 - 8:00 Plenary Session #3
"Practical Theology and Youth Ministry"
Speaker: Cheryl Crawford
Responder: Mark Cannister
8:30 - 9:45 Affinity Groups and Poster Sessions
Monday, October 25
8:30 - 9:15 Breakout Session #4
9:30 - 11:00 Plenary Session #4
"Theology and Context"
Speaker: S. Stephen Kang
Responder: Amy Jacober
11:00 Conference ends
Making It Happen
1) Register online or mail in your registration with fee (checks payable to AYME) to:
Len Kageler, AYME Administrator
Nyack College
1 South Blvd.
Nyack, NY 10960
(Registration deadline is Oct. 8)
2) Make your Brown Hotel reservation
by calling 888 888 525 or 502 583 1234 and ask for Reservations. Ask for the "NAPCE/AYME room block" to receive the rate of $125 ($143 with tax) for single or double occupancy. The cut-off date is September 15. The price includes internet access and hotel shuttle.
or online at: https://reservations.ihotelier.com/crs/g_reservation.cfm?groupID=430824&hotelID=13721
The hotel's website http://www.brownhotel.com
NEED A ROOMMATE?
Email Barrett McRay (barrett.w.mcray@wheaton.edu) He will reply with the name of another person. When you call the hotel also give the name of this other person.
It is assumed you are staying at the hotel both Sat &
Sun nights.)
3). AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
Louisville International Airport is just six miles away and hotel guests enjoy complimentary van shuttle service to and from the airport 24 hours a day. When you are ready to be picked up call the hotel (502 583 1234). Stand at the door outside of baggage claim. Their shuttle is black with "The Brown" in gold letters. For those coming to The Brown Hotel by car, parking is available in an attached enclosed garage. Overnight self-parking is $8.00/night..
Spouse Coming Too?
There is no cost for registration. Meal costs and payment procedures
can be found at aymeducators.org
Refund Policy: Due to meal contracts at the hotel
we cannot offer refunds after Oct. 8th.
AYME FORUM 2010 REGISTRATION
Register Online or print, complete and mail this form with your payment.
Conference Assistance Fund
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