Christian Theological Seminary (CTS) is a fully accredited ecumenical seminary located in Indianapolis, IN, open to all, affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Its School of Theology and School of Counseling offer graduate and doctoral degrees, certificates, and lifelong learning programs. More than 30 denominations are represented among CTS faculty and students. Additional information about CTS is […]
The African American Legacy Preaching Series of Christian Theological Seminary presents “A Conversation with Dr. Lance D. Watson hosted by Dr. Frank A. Thomas.” Dr. Lance D. Watson, mega church pastor and phenomenal preacher and revivalist, shares his formation as such a brilliant leader based in wisdom from mentors such as Dr. Frederick G. Sampson […]
The African American Legacy Preaching Series of Christian Theological Seminary presents “A Conversation with Rev. Sheleta Fomby hosted by Dr. Frank A. Thomas.” Reverend Fomby is a powerfully gifted teacher who has been privileged to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ on various national platforms. In 2018, she made history as the first female senior […]
The African American Legacy Preaching Series of Christian Theological Seminary presents “A Conversation with Rev. Reginald W. Sharpe, Jr., hosted by Dr. Frank A. Thomas.” Dr. Reginald W. Sharpe, Jr. is a preaching phenomenon. Even before he became the third Senior Pastor of the prestigious Fellowship Church of Chicago, his preaching ministry was a YouTube […]
The African American Legacy Preaching Series of Christian Theological Seminary presents “A Conversation with Rev. Dr. Carolyn Ann Knight hosted by Dr. Frank A. Thomas.” The Rev. Dr. Carolyn Ann Knight, a passionate professor and preacher, is committed to the integrity of the discipline of homiletics as a whole and particularly the best of the […]
The African American Legacy Preaching Series of Christian Theological Seminary presents “A Conversation with Bishop Walter Scott Thomas, Sr. hosted by Dr. Frank A. Thomas.” Bishop Thomas shares his reflections on preaching, friendship with Dr. Charles Edward Booth, his preaching method, sermon preparation process, insight on over forty years of pastoring, support for the PhD […]
Join us for an inspiring episode of “The Legacy Preaching Series” as Rev. Dr. Frank A. Thomas, renowned preacher and Director of the Christian Theological Seminary’s PhD program, announces his plans to transition towards retirement and introduces Rev. Dr. Courtney V. Buggs as his chosen successor to serve as Director of the PhD program of […]
Rev. Dr. Frank A. Thomas is taking initial steps towards his planned retirement in December 2025. As part of this transition, Dr. Thomas will be passing the baton of leadership for the PhD Program in African American Preaching and Sacred Rhetoric to his chosen successor, Rev. Dr. Courtney Buggs, and will remain involved by advising […]
The Legacy Series presents “A Conversation with Dr. Howard-John Wesley,” hosted by Dr. Frank A. Thomas, Director, PhD Program in African American Preaching and Sacred Rhetoric at Christian Theological Seminary.
