Pastor Appreciation Day
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    Pastor Appreciation Day

    Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM until 3:00 PMEastern Standard Time UTC -05:00

    Indiana Wesleyan University
    Barnes Student Center
    4201 S Washington St
    Marion, IN 46953
    United States



    Anchored in Gratitude: A Celebration of Pastoral Faithfulness

    This Pastor Appreciation Day, we honor the pastors, administrators, and staff who faithfully serve our church family. Their tireless dedication, spiritual guidance, and unwavering commitment empower our church family to grow in faith and live boldly for Christ. 


    9 AM – 10:15 AM | Welcome & Coffee Reception in Henry West Banquet Room, Student Center (SC)

    10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Worship & Encouragement Session in Globe Theater, SC 
    • Greetings from IWU - Dr. Connie Erpelding
    • Worship led by Student Ministry Team Members
    • Keynote Speaker - Rev. Lucas Binkerd
    11:45 AM – 12:45 PM | Appreciation Luncheon in Teter Cafe, SC 

    1 PM – 2:15 PM | Breakout Experiences (Choose One) Banquet Rooms, SC 
    • Spiritual Formation & Renewal Workshop in Jones A Banquet Room
      • Hosted by Rev. Alex Mandura - Assistant Dean, Director of Spiritual Formation and Field Education at WESLEY SEMINARY
    • Networking Opportunity in Henry West Banquet Room
      • Hosted by Rev. Zach Matchett - Church Partnership Development Executive 
    • Creative Ministry Lab in Jones B Banquet Room
      • Hosted by Rev. Dr. Charlie Alcock - Youth Ministry Professor, Executive Director of Youth Ministry Events
    • IWU Campus Experience Tour - Meet at Globe Theatre
      • Hosted by Admissions
    2:30 PM – 3 PM | Closing Blessing & Send-Off in Globe Theater, SC 
    • Worship led by Student Ministry Team Members
    • Speaker - Rev. Dr. Bud Bence

    Registration is no longer available because the registration deadline has passed.