Criswell College Chapel

Criswell College Chapel

por Criswell College

Sin lucro Superación personal Cristianismo

Temporada 6

April 10, 2025 – Thrive Chapel | Origins of Storytelling

Jared Wellman is the pastor of Tate Springs in Arlington, Texas. Jared also serves as an Executive Committee Member of the Southern Baptist Convention. Jared has earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (2007) and a Master of Arts in Philosophy (2010) from the Criswell College, as well as a Ph.D. in Theology from South Africa Theological Seminary (2018). He is currently working on a Ph.D. in Apologetics at Southwestern Seminary, where he also serves as an Adjunct Professor.

April 8, 2025 – Chapel with Dr. Mark Dance

Mark planted and pastored churches for almost 30 years before leading pastoral initiatives at Lifeway and Guidestone for the last ten years. He is the co-founding leader of the Care4Pastors Network and the author of Start To Finish. Dr. Dance earned degrees from Howard Payne University (BBA), SWBTS (MDiv), and SBTS (DMin).

April 1, 2025 – Chapel with Dr. Nathan Lino

A 4th generation African, Nathan Lino founded Northeast Houston Baptist Church in 2002 and served as their Senior Pastor until June 1, 2022 when he began his tenure as First Baptist Church Forney's Senior Pastor. His ministry opportunities have taken him to more than 25 countries around the world. Nathan has served as President of the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention 2015-2017, First Vice President of the Southern Baptist Convention and on the board of the International Mission Board. Nathan became a Christian while attending Pinetown Baptist Church, in Pinetown, South Africa, and was baptized and ordained at Forest Cove Baptist Church in Kingwood, TX. He graduated from Texas A&M University, and graduate school at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC (M.Div.).

March 27, 2025 – Thrive Chapel | Leading with Middle Space Conversations

Dr. Josh King has served as Lead Pastor at First Baptist Church Lewisville since January 2024. With 23 years in full-time ministry, his passion lies in guiding established churches towards growth and renewal. This passion extends beyond the pulpit, as evidenced by his co-hosting the podcast "EST" alongside Sam Rainer, focused on equipping church leaders. Josh resides in Argyle with his wife Jacki C. King, both proud graduates of Criswell College in Dallas. He holds a Master of Arts in Religion and a Doctor of Ministry in Executive Leadership, reflecting his commitment to theological grounding and leadership excellence. When not leading the church, you might find him spending time with his three sons, exploring the Texas Hill Country, cheering on the Longhorns, or stocking up on essentials at HEB – his (obnoxiously) Texan spirit shining brightly in all he does.

March 25, 2025 – Chapel with Dr. Barry Creamer

Dr. Barry Creamer. Dr. Creamer has served as president of Criswell College since 2014, after spending a combined 10 years as both a member of the faculty and as the Vice President of Academic Affairs. A trained philosopher and historian, Dr. Creamer holds a B.A. in English from Baylor University, an M.Div. from Criswell College, and a Ph.D. in Humanities from the University of Texas at Arlington. For more than 20 years Dr. Creamer pastored churches across Texas, and he continues to preach conferences, teach lay audiences, and serve as interim pastor for churches in transition. Dr. Creamer has spent over a decade hosting his own podcast, Coffee with Creamer, a program covering relevant issues in ethics, ministry, and worldview, and has served on the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. His writing has been featured on numerous print and electronic platforms.

March 13, 2025 – Thrive Chapel | The Undercover Messiah and His Coming Kingdom

Dr. Jim R. Sibley presents his new book "The Undercover Messiah and His Coming Kingdom."

March 12, 2025 – Wednesdays | What Would I Tell 20-Year-Old Me?

Dr. Sarah Spring speaks on the topic "What Would I Tell 20-Year-Old Me?"

March 11, 2025 – Chapel with Israel Mendez

Israel Mendez serves as the Pastor and Church Planter at ACC Downtown, where he leads with a heart for discipleship and community transformation. His ministry journey began with roles as an Associate Pastor and Director of the Baptist Student Ministry at UTSA, where he mentored and developed young leaders. Currently, Israel also serves with The Pastors Common, a network focused on encouraging Millennial and Gen-Z ministers, and he teaches theology at the Zbinden Center for Biblical Leadership, equipping students without formal ministry backgrounds to serve effectively in the local church. A graduate of Texas A&M University-Kingsville and Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Israel combines his academic training with his deep connection to San Antonio—a city known for its rich culture, including the Spurs and Tejano music. He is married to his wonderful wife, Sarah, and is a proud new father to Murphy Mesa Mendez, embracing both family and ministry with passion.

March 6, 2025 – Thrive Chapel | Kingdom Women Panel

Kingdom Women Panel with Evie Morgan '04, Amanda Hellman, Macy Pollard '20.

March 5, 2025 – Wednesdays | What Would I Tell 20-Year-Old Me?

Dr. Curtis Woods speaks on the topic "What Would I Tell 20-Year-Old Me?"

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