IRE Conference 2023
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The 2023 Institute for Religious Education Conference, hosted by The Institute for Religious Education at Concordia University, Nebraska, is designed for individuals working in parish education in the church. The purpose of the conference is to help participants gain a better understanding, passion and ability to develop a ministry community where “All the believers were one in heart and mind” (Acts 4:32a).
Lodging Options
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites: $132/night for Concordia IRE Conference attendees. For this rate confirm with hotel booking that you are with the conference. (402) 646-1004
East Hills Inn & Suites: 402-643-3679
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Keynote Speakers
Goal: Following participation in the 2023 IRE Conference the attendee will be more effective at enhancing authentic Christian community in their churches.
Tentative Schedule
Tuesday, June 13
Registration 1:30-2 p.m.
Janzow Campus CenterWelcome 2-2:30 p.m.
Cattle Conference RoomOpening Worship 2:30-3 p.m.
Weller AuditoriumBreak 3:30-4 p.m.
Keynote #1 4-5:30 p.m.
Cattle Conference RoomRev. Peter Nafzger: The Theology of Community
Debrief/Implications 5:30-5:45 p.m.
Dinner 7-9 p.m.
Junto WineryFree Time 9 p.m.
Wednesday, June 14
Breakfast on Your Own
Opening Devotion 9-9:30 a.m.
Keynote #2 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Charles Vogl: The Art of Community, Part 1
Break 10:30-10:45 a.m.
Keynote #2 10:50 a.m.-11:50 p.m.
Charles Vogl: The Art of Community, Part 2
Lunch 12-1:15 p.m.
Janzow CafeteriaKeynote #2 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Charles Vogl: The Art of Community, Part 3
Break 2:30-3 p.m.
Keynote #3 3-4 p.m.
Kjersten Tucker: Designing and Adapting Space to Enhance Community
Implications 4:30-5 p.m.
Transition to Dinner 5-6 p.m.
Dinner and Program 6-9 p.m.
Free Time 9 p.m.
Thursday, June 15
Breakfast on Your Own
Keynote #4 9-10 a.m.
Jean Twenge (Virtual): Gen Z, Technology and Community