Proclaim! ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Preaching Summit 2026

October 13–14, 2026
¹ú²úÊÓƵ Theological Seminary
204 N. Lexington Ave., Wilmore, KY 40390

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Ignited by Scripture. Fueled by the Spirit. Sent to Proclaim

Join pastors, preachers, church leaders, and ministry teachers for Proclaim! ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Preaching Summit 2026, a new annual gathering hosted by the Beeson International Center for Preaching and Leading at ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Theological Seminary.

This two-day, on-campus event will offer worship, biblical preaching, plenary sessions, practical breakout conversations, fellowship, and opportunities for renewal. Sessions and activities will take place in several locations across ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Seminary’s Wilmore campus.

The summit is being held in conjunction with the Dunnam Preaching Series, named in honor of Maxie Dunnam, former president of ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Theological Seminary and a respected preacher, author, and leader in the global Church.

Who Should Attend?

Proclaim! is designed especially for:

• Pastors and preachers
• Church and ministry leaders
• Those who teach in church or ministry settings
• Seminary students preparing for preaching and pastoral ministry
• Anyone seeking to communicate the gospel faithfully and effectively

Featured Preachers

Bishop Bob Hayes

Bishop Bob Hayes is a third-generation Methodist minister with more than five decades of pastoral and denominational leadership. He served for 12 years as bishop of the Oklahoma Area of The United Methodist Church and is currently Bishop in Residence at The Woodlands Methodist Church. A former ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Seminary trustee and author of Strength for the Journey, he was named Bishop Emeritus in the Global Methodist Church in 2023.

Rev. Dr. Steve DeNeff

The Rev. Dr. Steve DeNeff serves as senior pastor of College Wesleyan Church in Marion, Indiana. A graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University, he is the author of several books, including More Than Forgiveness, The Way of Holiness, and Saving Graces. His ministry focuses on spiritual formation, holiness, and helping the Church faithfully embody the gospel.

Rev. Dr. Shawna Songer Gaines

The Rev. Dr. Shawna Songer Gaines is lead pastor of Trevecca Community Church of the Nazarene in Nashville, Tennessee. She is the author of The Pastor as Midwife: Life-Giving Leadership for the Healing of the Church and is passionate about cultivating healthy congregations and developing emerging Christian leaders. She holds degrees from Point Loma Nazarene University, Nazarene Theological Seminary, and Lipscomb University.

Plenary Speakers

Rev. Dr. Jessica LaGrone

Executive Director, Beeson International Center

Dr. Brian Taylor

Lead Pastor, Every Nation Cincinnati Church

Workshop Speakers

Dr. John Oswalt

Visiting Distinguished Professor of Old Testament, ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Seminary

Dr. Lenny Luchetti

Pastor and Preaching Coach

Dr. Janet Dean

Professor of Pastoral Counseling Education, ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Seminary

Rev. Dr. Tesia Mallory

Dean of Chapel, ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Seminary

Rev. Dr. James Bush

Pastor of Preaching and Teaching

Additional plenary and breakout-session speakers will be announced.

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About the Beeson International Center

The Beeson International Center for Preaching and Leading equips pastors and ministry leaders to communicate the gospel faithfully and effectively in an increasingly diverse world.

Through preaching resources, continuing education, conferences, and transformational learning experiences, the Center seeks to strengthen Christian leaders and support a flourishing global Church.

About ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Theological Seminary

Founded in 1923, ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Theological Seminary is a multi-denominational, evangelical graduate school rooted in the Wesleyan tradition. The Seminary prepares men and women for faithful service in the Church and the world through biblical and theological education, spiritual formation, and a commitment to spreading scriptural holiness through the love of Jesus Christ.

FAQs

Inquiries

For questions about Proclaim! ¹ú²úÊÓƵ Preaching Summit 2026, including registration, lodging, accessibility, or event logistics, please contact the Beeson International Center for Preaching and Leading at: beeson.center@asburyseminary.edu.

Please note that the event schedule, speakers, session locations, and other conference details are subject to change.

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