Sermon Writing 101
In this course, participants will learn the steps for writing a sermon in one week and will have a foundation to develop as a preacher.
During these classes, you will learn the basics of how to write a sermon:
Session 1
- Rough Read a Bible Passage
- Research (Exegete) the Bible Passage
Session 2
- Develop the Sermon Theme
- Develop the main points of the Sermon
Session 3
- Select and use illustrations
- Write an Introduction & Conclusion for the Sermon
- Write a manuscript
Session 4
- Preach Ideas & Not Words
- Develop a worship service around the scripture and sermon.
Dates and Details
Class meets online via Zoom. A webcam and microphone or headset are required. A high speed internet connection is recommended.
When
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Online meeting dates - webcam required:
Wed, Jul 9, 2025, 6:00 - 8:30pm MDT
Wed, Jul 16, 2025, 6:00 - 8:30pm MDT
Wed, Jul 23, 2025, 6:00 - 8:30pm MDT
Wed, Jul 30, 2025, 6:00 - 8:30pm MDT
Registration deadline
Fee
$25
Contact
Facilitator(s)
Rev. Dr. Carl K. Ellis
Rev. Dr. Carl K. Ellis
Founder, Executive Director, Lead Facilitator, Board Member, CEO
Montana
The Rev. Dr. Carl K. Ellis, founder and executive director of The Academy for Small Membership Church Ministries, grew up in a small membership church in San Francisco California. He has served as a pastor for 45 years; 40 years in rural churches and 5 years on the Kansas West Conference Staff as Director of the Center for Small Membership Churches.