Brian Walsh
Dr. Brian Walsh is the Christian Reformed Chaplain to the University of
Toronto, where he also holds a position as an Adjunct Professor of
theology. Brian is the co-author of The Transforming Vision and Truth is
Stranger than it Used to Be, both with Richard Middleton, and co-author
with Sylvia Keesmaat of Colossians Remixed: Subverting the Empire. His
most recent book, Beyond Homelessness: Christian Faith in a Culture of
Dislocation was co-authored with Steve Bouma-Prediger. He is also the
author of numerous articles written at the interface of Christian faith
and cultural realities.
Sylvia Keesmaat
Dr. Sylvia Keesmaat completed her DPhil at Oxford, working under the
supervision of NT Wright. This resulted in her first book, Paul and His
Story, which looked at the use of the exodus tradition in Paul's
writings. She is an Adjunct Professor at the Institute for Christian
Studies in Toronto, Canada, and co-author, with Brian Walsh of
Colossians Remixed: Subverting the Empire. Sylvia and Brian live on an
organic farm in rural Ontario.
Brian and Sylvia are currently working on material for another co-authored book tentatively entitled Romans Disarmed. It is the material from this project that will form the foundation for Resource! 2009.
Reviews from 2008 Speakers
"We read that the Son of God often withdrew from the crowds to refresh His relationship with His Father. If preachers and church leaders want to be effective over a long period of time it's important that they take time to do the same thing. The Resource! Seminar sponsored by Rochester College provides an excellent opportunity for church leaders to deepen their well, refresh their spirits and gain practical ideas for ministry. The speakers range from respected theologians who challenge attendees with an in-depth exegesis of Scriptures to local pastors who share practical and innovative helps for church programming. If you can attend the next Resource! Seminar you'll come away re-energized for spiritual service!"
Bob Russell, Southeast Christian Church, Lousville, Kentucky
"Frankly, I speak at dozens of events yearly and see little evidence of true vision and passion. Most often, these conferences are not built around substantive issues or questions, but are excuses to hype the latest trends. The Resource! Seminar at Rochester College, however, was a deep, coherent experience for attendees. The focus on 1 Corinthians was refreshing and counter-cultural experience. Bravo!"
Sally Morgenthaler, author of Worship Evangelism