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Grider-Winget Lectures — October 15, 2025
Theme: “For God So Loved the World”
Featured Lecturer: Dr. Norman Wirzba
Dr. Norman Wirzba will deliver the Grider-Winget Lectures on the campus of Theology at Nazarene Theological Seminary on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
A widely respected scholar and author, Dr. Wirzba has written several influential books, including The Paradise of God: Renewing Religion in an Ecological Age, and Making Peace with the Land: God’s Call to Reconcile with Creation.
“We are honored to welcome Dr. Norman Wirzba to NTS,” said Dr. Josh Sweeden, Professor of Church and Society. “He is a thoughtful theologian whose work explores the deep ties between ecology and Christian faith. His teaching is grounded in Scripture and offers insight for the whole Church.”
Lecture Schedule:
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Lecture 1 — God’s Love of Creation (12:30–2:00 p.m.) – Includes panel discussion with Dr. April Cordero and Dr. David Hille
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Lecture 2 — Our Love of Creation (2:30–4:00 p.m.) – Includes panel discussion with Dr. April Cordero and Dr. David Hille
The Grider-Winget Lectures honor the legacy of Dr. J. Kenneth Grider and Dr. Wilfred Winget. They are designed to bring distinguished theologians to NTS whose work reflects the seminary’s theological tradition and mission.
Registration is available at nts.edu/grider-winget.
