Corban Talks

In a timely Chapel message, President Nord will discuss his reflections on our annual theme of “Hunger and Thirst”, drawing attention to God's unwavering provision and the ways in which the Lord has blessed our campus and community. Come celebrate God's faithfulness and share in the excitement of what lies ahead for our university.

As the Associate Dean of Community Engagement, Ben Pearson oversees a variety of student programs, including the Barn, Corban Recreation, and Corban’s Community Garden. It is in these unique programs that Ben is able to share his passion for God’s creation and cultivate campus-wide stewardship through creative learning experiences. In celebration of Earth Day and Easter, Ben will discuss the connections between the Christ’s glorious resurrection and the call to creation care.

Brett Meador is the senior pastor of Athey Creek Christian Fellowship in West Linn, Oregon. On June 2nd, Athey Creek will open the doors of Athey Creek- Salem. Athey Creek- Salem will meet on Corban's campus. See the announcement here.

Pastor Brett's passion is to point people to Jesus by teaching through God's word verse by verse, chapter by chapter, book by book. On Wednesday, he will do just that. Come, hear from God's Word and learn more about Athey Creek and God's new work in Salem.

Dr. Leroy Goertzen teaches theology, church ministry and Christian leadership, and serves as the Director of Corban's Doctor of Ministry program. He will help prepare Corban's focus for Holy Week as he speaks of the difficulty and wonder of the cross.

In this the final month in the school calendar, we all will soon experience a change in our focuses and routines. Jordan Newton, adjunct faculty in Corban's School of Ministry, will help the Corban community consider how to approach this next season with a confidence built on our identity in Christ.

Dr. Kersey teaches biblical literature, theology and apologetics at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. He has been teaching Bible and theology related courses at Corban since 2002. Dr. Kersey will use the truths of Thomas' story to examine how to doubt well.

Dr. Trammell has taught at Corban since 1982 and currently serves as the English Chair. He married his best friend, Linda, and they have three sons. He also serves as the Family and Worship Pastor at Valley Baptist Church and the co-director of Redeeming Relationships Ministries. Dr. Trammell is passionate about helping people understand the gifts of love, romance and marriage. Whether you are single, dating, or married, come listen and be encouraged by the principles of love found in God's word.

After graduating from Corban, Sue Moore Donaldson began teaching high school English in Brazil with Wycliffe Bible Translators. She loves connecting people to one another, to God, and to His Word, through her work. Donaldson is the author of three books, the mother of three daughters, and blogs at welcomeheart.com. Join Sue for chapel as she candidly shares her personal journey of "faith and doubt".

Not only does Dr. Allen Jones teach the Bible to Corban University students, he also cares deeply for their well-being. In his time instructing and supporting students, Dr. Jones has noticed the hesitation, humiliation, and shame often expressed when presented with the opportunity to share difficult experiences. In his Chapel message, Dr. Jones will discuss a theology of reporting sexual abuse and other traumas.

Dr. Jason Peters is a speaker, author, and CEO of Hope Haven Rwanda. He works to transform Rwandan families through a holistic approach to education and discipleship, actively demonstrating the love, hope and truth of Jesus Christ. Dr. Peters has traveled to 48 countries around the globe to meet with Christians and to help share their stories. He earned his Doctor of Ministry degree from Dallas Theological Seminary, is a retired USAF Lieutenant Colonel and was host and producer of the national award-winning I Am N video curriculum.