2022 Main Sessions

Session 1 (Friday AM): The Text in Context
In this session, Marty Solomon will examine the overarching arc of the Scriptural narrative. He will talk about how the New Testament fits into a larger context.

 Session 2 (Friday Afternoon): The Traditions of Our Fathers
In this session, Marty Solomon will explore the relevance of the ancient hermeneutical principles of people like Jesus and Paul. We'll talk about how we let our observations challenge us to reclaim our Restoration Movement heritage.

Session 3 (Friday PM): Between Two Trees: The Problem of Eden is Far Worse than We've Ever Imagined
This presentation by Shane Wood will introduce you to the meta-narrative concept embedded in the metaphors of the two trees as well as posture the conversation of the “problem” through the lens of “union with Death.”

Session 4 (Saturday AM): The Tree Between Two Trees: The Solution to Eden is Far Greater Than We've Ever Dreamed
The goal of God is far beyond just moving us from “earth to heaven” or “guilty to innocent.” It is the complete transformation of our stories through the revelation of God in the tree between two trees—the cross of Calvary.  (Led by Shane Wood)

Session 5 (Saturday Afternoon): It's One Story, Any Way You Slice It
Closing message by Andy Bratton, Kalkaska Church of Christ

2022 Workshops

We are offering 3 excellent workshops for the 2022 Michigan Christian Convention. Each of these has been thoughtfully prepared and will encourage you and give you practical ideas and concepts that you can take back to your home church. You will have the opportunity to choose one workshop on Friday and one on Saturday.
Workshop #1 – What Circumcision, Carved Images, and Cloven Hooves Have to Do with Christ: The Ongoing Relevance of the OT for Christians
This workshop will be looking into how and why the Old Testament is relevant to the church today and will be led by Dr. Sam Long
Workshop #2 – Reading Scripture in Context
To understand what the Bible says to us today, we must first learn to read the Bible in a way that makes sense to its original audience. Together we’ll explore several contexts for reading the Bible faithfully so we may apply it appropriately to our lives. This workshop will be led by Jeremiah and Sarah Johnson​
Workshop #3 – Finding Your Discipleship Rhythm
One of the best ways to refine and develop your church's discipleship strategy is by hearing from other church leaders. Come hear what three churches are doing to disciple people in their congregations. This workshop will be led by a panel of local church leaders: Chris Carter, Daren Penwell and Jamie Wetzel.
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