For two years, the New Media Project has engaged in research and reflection about how changing patterns and tools of digital communication affect religious leaders and communities of faith.  Our hope has been to model and spark theological thinking about new media through blog posts, case studies, and theological essays.  This one-day event showcases the work of the New Media Project and invites participants into the ongoing conversation.

Introduction

Case study guests: Our best ideas for new media

Nadia Bolz-Weber, House for All Sinners and Saints, Denver
Eugene Cho, Quest Church, Seattle
Eric Elnes, Darkwood Brew, Countryside Community Church, Omaha
Tony Lee, Community of Hope AME Church, Washington, DC
Susie Shaefer, The Young Clergy Women Project

Conversation about case study presentations: Theological observations

Lunch (provided)

New Media Research Fellows, Round One: Thinking theologically about new media

Jim Rice, Sojourners magazine
Monica A. Coleman, Claremont School of Theology
Lerone A. Martin, Eden Theological Seminary

New Media Research Fellows, Round Two: Thinking theologically about new media

Kathryn Reklis, Fordham University
Jason Byassee, Boone, NC, United Methodist Church
Verity A. Jones, Christian Theological Seminary

Faculty response: Daisy L. Machado, Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor of Church History

Case study guests respond

Closing remarks