Join us for insightful discussions and engaging presentations in an ecumenical setting. This event is a great opportunity to connect with church leaders and strengthen your sense of how to make church relevant in 2024. Don't miss out on this enriching experience!

This year’s Integration Symposium will focus on the intersection of psychology and theology particularly for those working in churches and other ministry and mission contexts. Two plenary sessions will explore issues of narcissism in congregational communities (Friday morning) and trauma-informed ministry (Saturday morning). In addition, a number of workshops throughout Friday and Saturday will address topics including culturally informed ministry, psychologically informed worship, the dynamics of meaningful retreat planning for spiritual communities, and much more.

An evening with renowned New Testament scholar Amy-Jill Levine. Professor Levine will deliver Luther Seminary’s 2024 Fretheim Lecture in Biblical Theology, “The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector: Why Knowledge of Jewish History Matters for Christian Preaching and Teaching.”