Re-Imagining Disciple Making Conference

How understanding human development changes the way we make disciples
   Student Clubs & Organizations
   Fri, October 17, 2025 @ 09:00 am - 09:00 pm
    Seminary Chapel
Friday, Oct. 17: Developmental & Trauma-Informed Discipleship

Theme Focus:

This full day will be dedicated to exploring developmental discipleship and trauma-informed disciple making, with sessions designed to address the unique needs of both older adults and younger generations.

Session Highlights:

  • Discipling Older Adults
  • Engaging Younger Generations
Evening Vespers Keynote:
“The Journey of Discipleship: Seeing the Face of God," presented by Jiří Moskala, dean of the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary

Topic #1:
Disciple Making & Developmental Issues 
   Impact of Developmental Stages on Disciple Making Dr. Michael Gayle (Coordinator)
9–10 a.m. Plenary #2: Discipling Older Adults Dr. Edyta Jankiewicz
10–10:20 a.m. Components of Discipleship in SDA Young People (Virtual) Dr. Steve Case (Virtual)
10:20–10:40 a.m. A Matrix of Discipleship: Home, Church and School ... Dr. Jasmine Fraser
10:40–11 a.m. The Biblical Imperative of Developmental Discipleship Pr. Ben Martin
11–11:20 a.m. Divine Attachment, Developmental Outcomes and Holistic Discipleship Dr. Kristina Freed
11:20–11:30 a.m. Break *Refreshments (Snacks & Drinks)
11:30–12 p.m. Dialogue on the Impacts on Disciple Making with Developmental Issues Dr. Cangy, Dr. Walshe, Dr. Wood, 
Developmental Presenters
12–2 p.m. Lunch Break & Networking  Speaker Lunch Provided

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Topic #2: 
Disciple Making & Trauma 
   Impact of Trauma on Disciple Making Dr. Garcia (Coordinator)
2–3 p.m. Plenary #3: Trauma-Informed Discipleship
Dr. Charity Garcia, Dr. Ingrid Slikkers
3–3:20 p.m. Trauma's Impact on Pastoral Discipleship (Virtual) Dr. David Sedlacek (Virtual)
3:20–3:40 p.m. Discipling Those in Despair: Responding to Suicidal Desperation with Compassion and Faith Dr. Dustin Young
3:40–4 p.m. Holy Band Aids and Sacred Listening: Trauma-Informed Chaplaincy as Everday Discipleship Pr. Jose Bourget
4–4:20 p.m. Safe to Grow: Trauma-Informed Discipleship Willis Byas
4:20–4:30 p.m. Break *Refreshments (Snacks & Drinks)
4:30–5 p.m. Dialogue on Impacts on Disciple Making with Trauma presenters Dr. Cangy, Dr. Walshe, Dr. Wood, 
& Trama Presenters
5–7 p.m. Dinner Break and Networking  
7–7:25 p.m.
 Welcome, Worhip & Prayer Worship Team (Ainsworth)
Comments on Re-Imagining Disciple Making to this Point Dr. Scott Ward
Musical Selection—Saxaphone  
Keynote Speaker: “The Journey of Discipleship” Dr. Jiri Moskala
8:30–9 p.m. Fellowship Time (Commons) (Snacks & Drinks)

 



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