Schooler Institute on Preaching
welcomes Palmer and Suchocki
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Bishop Gregory V. Palmer and Marjorie Hewitt Suchocki
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United Methodist Bishop Gregory V. Palmer and United Methodist scholar Marjorie Hewitt Suchocki will lead the Schooler Institute on Preaching Feb. 10-12 on the MTSO campus.
The institute will begin on a Sunday evening and continue through Tuesday. Under the theme “The Other Presence in Your Pulpit,” the leaders will preach, lecture and hold dialogues on the practice of preaching in the omnipresence of God.
In conjunction with Schooler, the Mount Alumni Awards Luncheon will be held Feb. 11.
Bishop Palmer began his assignment with the West Ohio Conference Sept. 1, following four years leading the Illinois Area of the United Methodist Church. A native of Philadelphia, Palmer is the son of a retired United Methodist pastor, Rev. Herbert E. Palmer.
In addition to churches in North Carolina, Palmer served East Glenville UMC and Werner UMC in Cleveland; James S. Thomas UMC in Canton; and the United Methodist Church of Berea during his pastoral career. He also was Youngstown District superintendent.
Elected to the episcopacy by the North Central Jurisdictional Conference in 2000, Palmer served the Iowa Area until 2008, when he was assigned to the Illinois Area. From 2008 to 2010, he served as president of the Council of Bishops.
Suchocki is professor emerita at Claremont School of Theology, where for many years she taught theology and also served as dean. A United Methodist laywoman, she participates in aspects of local, national and international ministries of the denomination, currently serving on the Ministry Study Commission.
The author of many books and articles, Suchocki serves as co-director of the Center for Process Studies at Claremont and is founder and director of the school’s Whitehead International Film Festival. She also is a frequent member of ecumenical juries at major film festivals in Montreal, Berlin, and Washington, D.C.
“We’re fortunate to have Dr. Suchocki and Bishop Palmer leading the Schooler Institute,” said MTSO President Jay Rundell. “They’re excited about working together, and we’re looking forward to their perspectives on the preparation and delivery of powerful sermons.”
Please note: In preparation for discussion of the theme, “The Other Presence in Your Pulpit,” Dr. Suchocki and Bishop Palmer recommend that all participants read Wesley’s Sermon 111: “On the Omnipresence of God,” available here.
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History of the Schooler Institute
The Schooler Institute on Preaching was established in 1989 and is presented at no cost to participants thanks to a generous grant from the Schooler Family Foundation. Seward Schooler was a founding and lifelong trustee of Methodist Theological School in Ohio, and his son David served on the board for 12 years.
Recognizing the importance of effective preaching in the life of the church, and knowing that Methodist Theological School in Ohio was founded “To Preach the Word,” the Schooler family asked for the creation of a special enrichment program that would focus primarily on the role of pulpit ministry. The resulting institute has brought renowned preachers and worship leaders to campus to share their expertise and insights with an audience that includes clergy and seminary students.
Registration, cost and optional CEUs
There is no charge for Schooler Institute presentations or for the Mount Alumni Awards Luncheon, but advance registration is required. Click here for fast and easy registration. Institute attendees will receive certificates of participation confirming their attendance.
One continuing education unit credit is available for a $25 administrative processing fee, payable at the event. Methodist Theological School in Ohio will process individual CEU certificates following receipt of payment and completed evaluation forms.
Schedule of events
SUNDAY, FEB. 10
| 6 p.m. | Registration |
| 6:30 p.m. | Opening Chapel Sermon by Bishop Palmer |
| 8 p.m. | Adjourn for the evening |
MONDAY, FEB. 11
| 9:30 a.m. | Omnipresence and Preaching Lecture by Dr. Suchocki |
| 10:15 a.m. | Break |
| 10:30 a.m. | Reflection and table talk |
| 11:15 a.m. | Dialogue Bishop Palmer and Dr. Suchocki |
| Noon | John and Ruth Mount Alumni Awards Luncheon |
| 1:30 p.m. | Omnipresence, Grace and Pastoral Care Lecture by Dr. Suchocki |
| 2:15 p.m. | Break |
| 2:30 p.m. | Reflection and table talk |
| 3:15 p.m. | Dialogue Bishop Palmer and Dr. Suchocki |
| 4 p.m. | Adjourn for the evening |
TUESDAY, FEB. 12
| 9:30 a.m. | Life as Prayer: Practicing the Presence of God Lecture by Dr. Suchocki |
| 10:15 a.m. | Reflection and table talk |
| 11 a.m. | Break |
| 11:30 a.m. | Closing Chapel Sermon by Bishop Palmer |
| 12:30 p.m. | Adjourn and depart |
Meals
Methodist Theological School in Ohio is pleased to provide Monday’s Mount Alumni Awards Luncheon at no charge to registered participants. Participants are responsible for their own meals Sunday and Monday evening. Click here to consult Yelp reviews of restaurants near the MTSO campus.
Lodging options
Many hotels are available within a short drive of the MTSO campus. Click here to consult TripAdvisor reviews of nearby hotels.
Location
All Schooler Institute on Preaching and Alumni Days events are held on the campus of Methodist Theological School in Ohio, 3081 Columbus Pike in Delaware, Ohio. Click here for a Google map. From Columbus, it’s easily reached by traveling 10 miles north of I-270 on U.S Route 23. Parking is free.
