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Sermon Brainwave at Ghost Ranch is a preacher’s retreat with Working Preachers Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner.

Hosted by Ghost Ranch in New Mexico July 29-August 2, 2024, this conference is for preachers who want to learn, workshop, discuss, renew, and worship together.

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The Craft of Preaching blog contains the latest posts from preachers and teachers. Find insights and resources to make you a better preacher.

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Dear Working Preacher
By What Authority?

“By what authority are you doing these things, and who gave you this authority?” Dear Working Preachers, [...]

Walking the dog: how to preach with confidence
Sermon Development
Walk the Dog: Preaching with Confidence

After decades of teaching preaching, I’ve learned that one of [...]

sermon on harvest
Theology and Interpretation
Preaching Sermons on Harvest When You’re Not a Farmer

If you’re a preacher who’s [...]

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Working Preacher publishes weekly podcasts in English for preaching the Revised Common Lectionary (“Sermon Brainwave”) and Narrative Lectionary (“I Love to Tell the Story”).

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Working Preacher Books Podcast

Karoline, Rolf, and Bandit the Podcat chat with authors about proclaiming an authentic Word in challenging times.

Sermon Brainwave Podcast

An engaging weekly conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary readings for the coming Sunday.

Narrative Lectionary Podcast

An informative weekly conversation on the Narrative Lectionary readings for the coming Sunday.