The Shepherd and the Church

Join us in person for The Shepherd and the Church, a heartfelt gathering about guidance and faith. The Shepherd and the ChurchBiblical Leadership, Formation & the Call to Shepherd God’s People What does it mean to lead the church as a shepherd? Join Transform & Train Institute for a special 90-minute seminar with Dr. Boniface Odong, Assistant Professor at Regent University School of Divinity, as we explore the biblical shepherd motif and its implications for ecclesial leadership. Drawing from his research in 1 Peter, Dr. Odong will help us think beyond leadership as position, influence, or organizational management and examine the biblical image of the shepherd as a model for those entrusted with the care and formation of God’s people. This gathering is designed for pastors, ministry leaders, seminarians, church leaders, and anyone seeking a deeper biblical understanding of Christian leadership. What We'll Explore The Shepherd Motif and Ecclesial Leadership Dr. Odong will lead us into the biblical and theological foundations of shepherd leadership and consider what this model means for the life and leadership of the church today. The morning will include teaching, conversation, Q&A, and opportunities to engage resources that extend the discussion beyond the seminar. Featured Book Giveaways We’ll give away copies of two books that complement our conversation about leadership, formation, and the church: 1 Peter by Dennis Edwards Servant Leadership: Jesus and Paul by Efrain Agosto We’ll briefly introduce each resource and discuss how it can help leaders continue exploring the themes raised during the seminar. Schedule 10:00–10:10 — Welcome & Framing 10:10–10:40 — Teaching: The Shepherd Motif and Ecclesial Leadership 10:40–10:55 — Book Giveaways & Resource Introductions 10:55–11:15 — Discussion & Q&A 11:15–11:30 — The Bridge to Sunday From Saturday to Sunday Saturday's seminar is not intended to stand alone. Our conversation will create a bridge into Sunday worship, when Dr. Odong will preach at Mission Church. About Dr. Boniface Odong Boniface Odong, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor in the School of Divinity at Regent University. A native of Uganda, Dr. Odong holds a Ph.D. in Theological Studies with a concentration in Biblical Studies and an M.Div. from Regent University, as well as a Master's in Social Work from Radford University. His doctoral research examined the Shepherd Motif in 1 Peter as a descriptor of ecclesial leadership through socio-rhetorical analysis. His academic interests include the Letters of Peter, biblical exegesis and hermeneutics, preaching, socio-rhetorical analysis, and biblical models of shepherd leadership. Dr. Odong is also an ordained minister and serves as Pastor of Refoveo Church in Washington, D.C. Who Should Attend? This seminar is especially suited for pastors, elders, ministry leaders, seminarians, church planters, nonprofit ministry leaders, and Christians interested in biblical models of leadership. Come ready to study Scripture, rethink leadership, ask questions, and consider what it means to shepherd God's people faithfully. Space is limited. Register today.