Taylor Certificate in Homiletics

Deep Study. Thoughtful Practice. Renewed Preaching.

Pastors or preachers-in-training are invited to join Rev. Dr. Tim McConnell, PhD, for a four-month cohort to sharpen your skills and reinvigorate your passion to bring the Word of God to your congregation. Dr. McConnell is the Director of the PREACH Initiative and serves as the Lead Pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs.

Together this cohort will meet online for bi-weekly sessions with Dr. McConnell, discussing approaches to both classical and modern preaching. The cohort will discuss a few major works on preaching, approaches to preparation and delivery, and watch one another’s sermons for mutual review and encouragement.

The cohort culminates in a visit to Taylor University where you will meet the President, Dr. Michael Lindsay and the Vice President for Spiritual Life, Rev. Greg Dyson. A day in the PREACH Lab, attending Chapel and receiving a final Certificate will inspire and encourage the continued work of proclaiming the Gospel week by week.

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Program Details

Cohort Dates: January 21-May 14
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2027
Registration Cost: $250

Cohort size is limited to 12

Class Times: 6–8 pm Eastern Time

Online Class Dates:

  • January 21, 2027
  • February 4, 2027
  • February 18, 2027
  • March 4, 2027
  • April 8, 2027
  • April 29, 2027

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Curriculum Highlights

  • Engage in synchronous virtual sessions and the in-person Certificate Presentation day.
  • Learn from experienced pastors who are currently leading thriving congregations.
  • Participate in discussions alongside others on mission for both the global and local church.
  • Provide and receive feedback from one another to refine homiletic skills.

Be part of a program that is passionate about proclaiming God's Word, encouraging one another, and enhancing preaching to impact Christ's church.

Certificate Presentation at Taylor University

May 14, 2027

The program will culminate with a day at Taylor University, which will include the Certificate Presentation with President Lindsay, a final session with Dr. McConnell, workshops, Chapel, and more.