Writing and Publishing For Ministry Workshop and Seminars
Are you a pastor, teacher, evangelist, apostle or prophet with a desire to make a greater impact in the lives of the people to whom the Lord has called you? Or you may be one of multitudes of Christians with a burning desire and calling to share your faith, testimony, or teaching to others that they may taste and see that the Lord is good. [Psalm 34:8]
Regardless of your office and position in the body of Christ, the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him. [2 Chronicles 16:9]
Every Christian is called to “publish the good news of Jesus” and many of you have the desire and calling to do this through writing a book. However, many Christians are uncertain how to get started or how to find the time to do so within the constraints of our busy lives. Others may have the time, but have been procrastinating because of self-doubt. Others have been writing for years, but are struggling over discouragement and rejection from editors and publishers. Some may have even begun to question God’s calling in their life.
Whether you've dreamed of writing for ministry or are already a published author, Diakonia Publishing’s Writing and Publishing For Ministry Workshop and Seminar will encourage and inspire you to fulfill the godly desire to make an impact in people’s lives through sharing truths from God’s word. People want to read and hear about a God who is real, who is reachable, and One who changes lives, and this testimony can come only from real people—this is YOU!
Writing and Publishing For Ministry Workshop and Seminar (2-Day Seminar)
Teaching from the word of God and personal ministry are integral parts of each seminar along with much practical help and encouragement for getting your work in print. Publisher/Author and Lead Speaker Jeff Pate is also a gifted teacher of God’s word, which provides him with insight into presenting the truths of God’s word in a practical and simplistic manner. Having written books of fiction and non-fiction, along with publishing over 50 books, Jeff offers a unique perspective on writing and publishing, especially for ministry.
Participants in the seminar include those who have never submitted a manuscript as well as those who are publishing regularly. Seminars end with Jeff and participants praying and laying hands on one another to “send them off” to fulfill their ministry (Acts 13:1-3).
Workshop 1—Laying the Foundation of Your Book (Friday Evening)
- Introduction to Writing and Publishing for Ministry
- The goal of the Christian teacher
- The Vision and Conceiving It
Workshop 2—Building on the Foundation (Saturday morning)
- Building on the Foundation
Workshop 3—Moving Toward Publishing (Saturday afternoon)
- Self-publishing vs. Traditional
- Marketing ideas and venues
Workshop 4—Promoting and Distributing Your Book (Saturday evening)
Continental type breakfast and Lunch will be provided to all seminar attendees.
Seminar Costs: $75 per workshop or $250 for entire seminar (per person)
Interested in bringing a seminar to your area?
Are you part of an established writers group or do you just have a God-given desire to see a Christian writers' group form (or grow) in your area? Our Writing and Publishing For Ministry Workshop and Seminar is a great tool for inspiring, encouraging, and equipping Christians to write and publish for ministry. Contact us using the form below if you’d like to have us come to your city.
