Preaching Institute
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Preaching Summit 2026.
Hear the sermon. Discover the process. Become a better preacher.
Learn from some of today’s most trusted communicators, including Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates, Rev. Steve Carter, Christine Caine, Dr. E. Dewey Smith, and Dr. Bobby Manning. Hear compelling messages, then go behind the sermon as each speaker shares their preparation process, ministry wisdom, and practical insights to help you grow in your own preaching.
Thurs - Fri, Sept. 24-25, 2026
Location: Christ Church of Oakbrook, Oakbrook, IL
Interested in our Preaching Cohorts ... this form is for you!
We will be launching Fall 2026 cohorts and would love to keep you in the loop via the form below.
In the meantime you can learn more about the cohort program and cost on “Our Approach” tab.
OR email us at preaching@wheaton.edu
Preach to Reach
Effective Preaching to a NEW Generation
[live webinar]
Join Rev. Bobby Manning, Dir., as he hosts with Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates and Rev. Steve Carter as they discuss what a great sermon requires to be both hospitable and compelling.
Monday, January 5th, 6:00 - 7:00 CST
From Sea To Shining Sea, Preaching Conference
Rev. Dr. Charlie Dates, and Pastor Steve Carter hosted a two-day Preaching Summit gathering pastors, ministry leaders, and communicators from across traditions to explore what it means preach biblically, prophetically, and boldly in today’s world—addressing the urgent needs of our communities and our nation via plenary and breakout speakers.
Hosted in partnership with: Christ Church of Oak Brook,
Progressive Chicago, Salem Chicago, and Wheaton College
Billy Graham Center Preaching Institute.
Note: this event has past but we want to keep the promo videos posted here for others to get a small taste of our event.