Rev. Dr. Ray Jones III

Rev. Dr. Ray Jones III
Director of Theology, Formation, and Evangelism
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
 

Workshop Description: According to our speaker, Ray Jones, "If evangelism is simply a tool to bring more people into our churches, evangelism is not good news. Evangelism is not good news when it is used to focus on one aspect of the faith, like eternal life. Separated from justice, evangelism is bad news. The gospel is meant to bring both hope and restoration to the world." During this workshop, we will identify and explore with Ray and fellow workshop participants eight habits of evangelism... justice, radical welcome, worship, sacraments, prayer, fellowship, teaching, and generosity... and how these habits over time change us and enable us to embark on a journey of going deeper in our faith, relationships around us and God's mission of rescue and reconciliation in the world.

Who is Invited? Members and friends of Valley Community Presbyterian Church and ministers, ruling elders, and friends of Presbytery of the Cascades are welcome to attend!

Location: Valley Community Presbyterian Church, 8060 SW Brentwood Street, Portland, OR 97225

Cost: $20 - includes lunch and snacks

Click here to register (registration deadline: September 6)

Materials: To learn more about the 8 Habits of Evangelism and download the free book, go to www.8habits.org.

Questions? Email Rev. Robin Garvin, robin@valleycommunity.org.