There are times when it’s a struggle to keep ‘fanning into flame the gift God has given you’. Why not reserve NOW the week of 18-20 March 2025 as your designated study leave week?
The Ministry Conference focusses on expository preaching and the training and development of preachers and church leaders, and is suitable to be used for Professional Development or Study Leave by Pastors and Elders of the Presbyterian Church, or other ministries.
Lead Pastor
Twin Oaks Presbyterian Church (PCA) in St Louis, USA and Visiting Instructor of Homiletics at Covenant Theological Seminary.
Rev Dr Russell St John hails from Washington State where he studied history at the Washington State University before pursuing a Master of Divinity at Covenant Seminary in St. Louis. He has a Doctor of Ministry and a PhD in the field of preaching, and has served as an active duty Navy Chaplain.
When not working, you might find Russ reading, napping, writing, fishing, or just enjoying his family. Russ and his wife, Amy, have been married for twenty plus years They have six children, one German Shepherd, and a Great Dane.
Minister
GracePoint Presbyterian Church (Sydney) and Adjunct Lecturer In Preaching and Communication at Christ College Sydney.
Rev Dr Eugene Hor is an ordained minister in the PCV. He studied Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Philosophy at the University of New South Wales and worked as an IT professional, before commencing his training for pastoral ministry. He has a Bachelor of Theology from Moore Theological College and Master of Arts in Theology from Christ College Sydney. He is completing his Doctor of Ministry at Ridley College, Melbourne.
Eugene is married to Pauline and they have two children – Joshua and Ashleigh.
Those who select the catered option when registering will enjoy individually boxed gourmet lunches including: a baguette or savoury lunch item, a sweet treat, and fresh fruit, with a cold drink supplied by the PTC.
Morning Tea (inc. tea & coffee) will be generously provided for all onsite, regardless of Catering option selected.
Please nominate your Dietary Requirements when registering so that we can best cater for you.
Students enrolled in this subject and other full-time PTC students may attend the Conference free of charge. Catering is also available at a small cost if desired. Please contact the Office to confirm the correct registration option & discount code for eligible students.
Training for the Kingdom of Heaven
