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Workshop 2025

The Power and Privilege of Preaching

Thursday, February 13, 2025 • Christ Covenant Church, Matthews, NC

Registration is at capacity

Coram Deo is a Latin phrase meaning “before the face of God.” The phrase is often associated with John Calvin and other Reformers who summoned the Christian to live all of life in God’s presence (Ps. 56:13). More specifically, pastors have been charged in the presence of God to preach the word (2 Tim. 4:1-2). The aim of this workshop is to remind pastors of our great God, to recharge the preacher for teaching with clarity and conviction, and to reinvigorate the weary soul for a life of ministry faithfulness before the face of God.

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Kevin DeYoung

Kevin DeYoung

Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). Kevin holds an M.Div. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and received his Ph.D. in history at the University of Leicester (UK). In addition to being a regular columnist for World Opinions, Kevin hosts the podcast Life and Books and Everything and writes regularly at clearlyreformed.org. He is the author of more than twenty books, including The Biggest Story, The Hole in Our Holiness, Crazy Busy, and Just Do Something. Kevin and his wife, Trisha, have nine children.

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John Piper

John Piper

John Piper serves as founder and lead teacher at Desiring God and is chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. For 33 years, Piper served as pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church. He has authored more than 50 books, and more than 30 years of his preaching and writing are available free of charge at desiringGod.org. Piper resides in the Minneapolis area with Noël, his wife of 55 years, and they have 5 children and 16 grandchildren.

Tickets

before Jan 10 before Feb 6
Individual $129 $149
Group of 3+ $119 $139
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Schedule

February 13, 2025

7:30am - 9:00am

Food Trucks and Welcome

9:00am - 10:15am

The Power of Preaching

John Piper

10:30am - 11:45am

Preaching Practicum I

Kevin DeYoung

11:45am - 1:30pm

Break for Lunch | Bookstore Open

1:30pm - 2:45pm

The Privilege of Preaching

John Piper

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Preaching Practicum II

Kevin DeYoung

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Q&A with Pastors Kevin and John

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Fellowship Hour | Bookstore Open

Travel

Matthews, NC is situated in the south Charlotte Metro area.  The conference venue, Christ Covenant Church, is located near several hotels, restaurants, and grocery stores, affording visitors all familiar comforts.

Travelers should plan to fly into Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT), which is about a 30 minute drive from Christ Covenant Church.


When

February 13, 2025


Where

Christ Covenant Church, Mathews, N.C.

Hotels Nearby

10 min distance

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southeast - Matthews

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15 min distance

Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Waverly

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18 min distance

Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte/South Park at Philips Place

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35 min distance

Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Airport

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35 min distance

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Airport

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35 min distance

Tru by Hilton Charlotte Airport

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Sponsored by

Desiring God

Desiring God Ministries is a non-denominational Christian organization founded by John Piper. The organization seeks to spread a passion for God's glory through biblical teaching and resources. Based in Minnesota, Desiring God produces books, sermons, podcasts, and other content with an emphasis on Reformed theology and the sovereignty of God, grace, and prayer. The goal is to encourage and equip Christians to live out their faith in a way that brings hope and joy.

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Crossway Books

The purpose of Crossway has been, from its founding as a not-for-profit ministry in 1938, to publish gospel-centered, Bible-based content that will honor our Savior and serve his church. We seek to help people understand the massive implications of the gospel and the truth of God’s Word, for all of life, for all eternity, and for the glory of God.

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Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary is a confessional Presbyterian seminary in Greenville, South Carolina, United States. Founded in 1986, Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary exists to furnish our congregations with enlightened, humble, zealous, laborious pastors, who shall truly watch for the good of souls, and consider it their highest honor and happiness to win them to the Savior.

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Missionary

Missionary inspires and educates local churches to better follow the Great Commission by providing trusted resources to prepare them to send missionaries to peoples who have never heard of Christ.

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FAQ

Who can attend the workshop?

The workshop is designed for pastors and church leaders and will focus on the power and privilege of preaching.

What does the registration fee cover?

The registration fee covers admission to the full-day workshop and conference materials.

Do you offer discounts?

Yes, we have a group rate that can save you $10 off of the standard rate.

Can I register a group without finalizing who will be in the group?

You will need to provide the personal information of each attendee; however, the information can be later changed or updated if you wish.

Can I add to my group after registering?

Yes (unless the workshop is sold out). Email us at info@coramdeo.org.

What is the cancellation policy?

Prior to June 21, 2024 there is a $15 cancellation fee per ticket. From June 21, 2024 - October 21, 2024 there is a $30 cancellation fee per ticket. After October 21, 2024 there will be no refunds given.

Can I transfer my ticket?

Yes, registration transfers are free. Tickets can be transferred through logging into your Regfox account and clicking "transfer." Once you follow the steps to initiate the transfer the person receiving the transferred tickets will receive an email allowing them to enter their payment information and complete the transfer. Once the transfer has been completed, the funds will be refunded to the original purchaser's account.

Which airport should I plan to use?

Travelers should plan to fly into Charlotte Douglas International Airport. See the Travel page for more information.

What hotel options are close to the venue?

There are several hotel options close to Christ Covenant Church and several options close to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Please see the Travel page for more information.

Is parking available at the venue?

Christ Covenant Church has plenty of on-site parking. See the Travel page for more information. 

Will there be a bookstore at the conference?

Yes, there will be a bookstore and exhibitor hall at the conference.

Will there be food on campus?

Yes. Food trucks will be available for breakfast and lunch.

Can children attend?

Our hope is to focus on God’s Word during the workshop, and therefore, we ask that you find outside arrangements for childcare.

What if my question isn't listed here?

Please email us: info@coramdeo.org

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