Mere Methodism

Recapturing the Riches of Our Tradition

April 4-6, 2024

The Lyceum
201 S. Washington St.
Alexandria, VA 22314

Early Registration $75 (rising to $95 after 1 Jan.)

Across the Wesleyan world there is a hunger for both the transforming power that marked early Methodism and the depth that gave it a sure foundation. This desire is for both the experience of a vital Methodism and for knowledge of its theological riches. Vital piety and knowledge go hand-in-hand within authentic Wesleyanism.

The Mere Methodism Conference brings together world-class scholars and church leaders from across the Wesleyan world to explore the riches of our heritage, diving into the insights and contributions of faithful followers of Jesus Christ who have gone before us, and pointing us forward to a faithful future.

The conference is for anyone who desires substantive and accessible engagement with the Christian faith from a Wesleyan perspective.

Speakers come from a variety of Wesleyan denominations including: African Methodist Episcopal Zion, Free Methodist, Global Methodist, Nazarene, United Methodist, and The Wesleyan Church. Everyone is welcome.

Beginning on Thursday evening, April 4th and concluding mid-day on Saturday, April 6th, we will

hear from world-class scholars
worship together
and experience preaching from some of the best preachers in our tradition

This is a time of formation, learning, fellowship, and renewal.

Conference preachers include

Dr. Jessica LaGrone

Dean of the Chapel, Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, KY

Bishop W. Darin Moore

Bishop of the Mid-Atlantic District, African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Largo, MD

Conference speakers include

Dr. Kenneth J. Collins

Professor of Historical Theology and Wesley Studies, Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, Kentucky

Dr. Steven Hoskins

Professor of Religion, Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville, Tennessee

Dr. Abson Joseph

Vice President of Academic Affairs and Professor New Testament, Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, Indiana

Dr. Joy J. Moore

Professor of Biblical Preaching, Luther Seminary, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dr. Jason Vickers

William J. Abraham Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Studies, Baylor University’s Truett Seminary, Waco, Texas

Dr. David Watson

Academic Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Professor of New Testament, United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio

Hosted by

Dr. Ryan N. Danker

The John Wesley Institute, Washington, DC

2024 Mere Methodism Schedule

Thursday, April 4

4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Conference Check-In
5:00 p.m. Evening Prayer, preacher: Jessica LaGrone, Asbury Theological Seminary
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Session #1: David Watson, United Theological Seminary
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Reception

Friday, April 5

8:30 Morning Prayer
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Session #2: Kenneth J. Collins, Asbury Theological Seminary
10:00 a.m.–10:15 a.m. Break
10:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m. Session #3: Steven Hoskins, Trevecca Nazarene University
11:15 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Lunch (participants eat lunch on their own)
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Session #4: Joy J. Moore, Luther Seminary
2:30 p.m.–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45 p.m.–3:45 p.m. Session #5: Jason Vickers, Baylor University
3:45 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Free Time
5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Service of Holy Communion, preacher: Bishop W. Darrin Moore

Saturday, April 6

9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Session #6: Abson Joseph, Indiana Wesleyan University
10:30 a.m.–10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m.–11:45 a.m. Session #7: TBD
11:45 a.m.–Noon. Closing Remarks