Theologian in Residence
The Foundation for Evangelism sponsors a week of Lake Junaluska’s Theologian in Residence to bring an E. Stanley Jones Professor of Evangelism, Foundation for Evangelism Professor, or related speaker who can bring an evangelistic message and provide instructive or informative workshops. The event is free to attend and all are welcome.
Dates: July 5-8
Location: 710 N. Lakeshore Dr (Harrell Center) Lake Junaluska, N.C.
Sunday, July 5
9 a.m. tent beside the lake – Dr. Shin will bring the message “From Crisis to Commission: Making Disciples in a Changing World” at the tent beside beautiful Lake Junaluska. Stay for refreshments and conversation after.
Monday, July 6
8:30 a.m. back porch of Harrell Center (2nd level) – Start your week with morning devotions led by Dr. Shin with a beautiful view of the lake.
10:00 a.m. Harrell Center rm 202 – Learning and Discussion topic – “The Quest Continues: Millennial Nones and the Search for Belonging”
Tuesday, July 7
10:00 a.m. Harrell Center rm 202 – Learning and Discussion topic – “Beyond the Nones: Rebuilding Community in a Disconnected World”
Wednesday, July 8
10:00 a.m. Harrell Center rm 202 – Learning and Discussion topic – “The Wesleyan Way: Grace, Community, and Mission in the World”
Please join us for this time of spiritual enrichment and meet Dr. Shin and Foundation staff. If you don’t live locally and would like to stay at Lake Junaluska for the July 4th celebrations and/or a Sabbath Renewal, you can make reservations through their website at LakeJunaluska.com or by calling 828-452-2881.
Please let us know you will attend by sending us a quick email or call (828-454-6800 opt 1) so we can greet you.
Hope to see you by the lake!
About Rev. Dr. Daniel Shin
Rev. Dr. Daniel Shin is the E. Stanley Jones Chair in Evangelism and Associate Professor of Theology and World Christianity at Drew University Theological School and previously served as professor of evangelism at ITC Gammon Theological Seminary in Atlanta. He holds a PhD in Theology and Constructive Studies in Religion from the University of Chicago, where he was a recipient of the Martin Marty Fellowship. He was also a Lilly Fellow in Practical Theology and Religious Practices at Emory University.
Dr. Shin has authored multiple books and scholarly papers. He attended the Oxford Institute for Methodist Studies in 2024 and is president-elect of The Academy for Evangelism in Theological Education. Dr. Shin is an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church, and has served congregations in Illinois, Connecticut, Georgia, and Seoul, South Korea.