Preaching Institute
Our Approach
Rooted in the 4 C’s
Calling, Character, Craft & Context
Our Preaching Institute, is rooted in the '4 Cs'—Calling, Character, Craft, and Context.
In Module 1, we focus on cultivating your Calling and Character, exploring your unique purpose and virtues as a preacher.
Module 2, The Power, delves into the Craft of preaching, unlocking the transformative power of biblical text and cultural relevance.
Finally, Module 3, The Art and Science, expands on the Context of preaching, equipping you to communicate broadly, create new content for new audiences, and ensure your language and illustrations are applicable and relevant.
Our Approach To Learning
As part of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Institute, the Preaching Institute has created a curriculum combining theology, academic excellence, the essential building blocks of a great talk, seasoned preachers as coaches, regular feedback, and what a sermon requires—to be both hospitable and compelling.
Comprehensive Development of Preaching through…
- Ongoing Coaching and Mentorship provided by highly skilled exemplar preachers. Participants receive personalized, insightful feedback tailored to refine preaching practice and elevate communication skills.
- Feeback loop where participants receive insight, suggestions, and constructive criticism on delivered sermons.
- Preaching labs serve as invaluable tools for preachers to develop skills, experiment with new ideas, collaborate with peers, and gain practical experience— all of which contribute to growth and effectiveness as communicators.
Cohort-based learning where preachers embark on a journey of growth, collaboration, and transformation in a supportive environment of encouragement and accountability.
- 1-year long cohort (9 months)
- 8- 10 participants
- 9 (2 hour) monthly sessions via Zoom
- Coaching by our exemplar pastors, educators, and communicators
- Total Cost $1,500
Fall 2026 Cohorts
Senior Pastors
Designed for senior pastors, this cohort combines hands-on coaching with proven insight to help leaders strengthen their pastoral voice, plan out their preaching, and lead faithfully from the pulpit.
Pastor Emory Berry Executive Pastor
Lead Pastor/Founder of The Favor Church of Atlanta
Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates
Senior Pastor
Progressive Baptist Church & Salem Baptist Church Chicago
Preaching from the 2nd Chair
Designed to help staff pastors and associate ministers cultivate their unique voice while advancing the church’s vision and faithfully supporting senior leadership from the pulpit.
G. Tyler Burns Lead Pastor
Rise City Church | Pensacola, FL
Steve Carter Lead Pastor
Christ Church | Oak Brook, IL
Preaching with Power & Passion (Women)
Designed to equip women preachers to fully develop and powerfully steward their unique gifts, while overcoming barriers to walk confidently in their calling
Jenni Wong Clayville
Pastor
NoVA Community Church | Annandale, VA
Dr. Anna Morgan
Pastor
Word of Life Church | Springfield, VA
Christine Caine Speaker, Evangelist, Activist
Spring 2026 Cohorts
High Capacity Preachers
For high capacity preachers serving both the local church and the global body of Christ. This cohort equips participants to steward itinerant ministry, demanding travel, and personal health with wisdom.
Steve Carter Lead Pastor
Christ Church | Oak Brook, IL
Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates
Senior Pastor
Progressive Baptist Church & Salem Baptist Church Chicago
Christine Caine Speaker, Evangelist, Activist
High Capacity Preachers (Women)
Designed to equip women preachers to fully develop and powerfully steward their unique gifts, while overcoming barriers to walk confidently in their calling.
Dr. Sarita Lyons Speaker, Teacher, Author, Counselor
Epiphany Fellowship Church | Philadelphia, PA
Christine Caine Speaker, Evangelist, Activist
Preaching with Precision
Designed to provide hands-on coaching for preachers seeking to deepen their biblical study and sharpen their delivery for greater clarity and impact.
Rev. Sheleta E. Fomby
Pastor
Mt. Calvary A.M.E Church | East Towson, Maryland
Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates
Senior Pastor
Progressive Baptist Church & Salem Baptist Church Chicago