The Basics of Preaching
April 11-12, 2026
Trinity Lutheran Church
527 Washington St Reading, PA
You are invited to join our Licensed Lay Minister Candidates of the NEPA Synod to learn the basics of preaching. Whether you have been asked to preach in your congregation or you are just interested in learning about the craft of preaching, this retreat is for you.
Registration will begin at 8:30am on Saturday, April 11th and the event will conclude around 4:30pm on Sunday, April 12th. Meals will be provided. Please note any dietary restrictions when registering. Housing will not be provided for non-LLM Candidates. The Double Tree is Reading in nearby if you desire to book a room there.
Licensed Lay Minister Candidates should not use this link to register for the event, but should use the one sent to them separately.
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Can’t make it to the event? There’s still a way to grow.
Grow your confidence and skills in preaching with the Faith+Lead Preaching Certificate, a flexible online program from Faith+Lead, a ministry of Luther Seminary.
Designed for busy ministry leaders, this self-paced experience helps you build practical tools, deepen your theological foundation, and strengthen your voice for proclaiming the gospel.
Questions?
Contact the Licensed Lay Ministers Coordinator, Pastor Jira Albers.
