Efrem Smith Podcast: Free MP3 Audio Sermons

Rev. Phil Jackson: Understanding and Reaching the Hip Hop Culture: CCDA 2006 Audio

UrbanMinistry.org — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 20:38:07 +0000

Hip Hop culture can either be an opportunity or opposition for your ministry. We will seek to unpack Hip Hop Theology and ways in which your ministry can impact this culture from the inside out.

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69:55 minutes (64.01 MB)

Efrem Smith: General Session Four (Sunday Morning): KingdomWorks 2000 Audio

UrbanMinistry.org — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 14:46:53 +0000

KingdomWorks' 2000 Conference General Session Four (Sunday Morning) with Efrem Smith.

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62:40 minutes (8 MB)

Phil Jackson & Efrem Smith: Saturday Evening Plenary: CCDA 2007 Audio

UrbanMinistry.org — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 17:09:26 +0000

Phil Jackson and Efrem Smith present the Saturday Evening Plenary Session during the CCDA 2007 Conference.

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94:10 minutes (8 MB)

Efrem Smith & Phil Jackson : Rethinking the Urban Church in the Hip-Hop and Postmodern Context : UYWI 2004

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:24:48 +0000

by Efrem Smith & Phil Jackson
Talk Presented Thurs, May 13, 2004 Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2009.

This learning lab will explore principles and ministry models for the church to consider as we minister in a world that is heavily influenced by Hip Hop culture and is increasingly multi-ethnic. We will wrestle with needed changes in worship, outreach, preaching, and discipleship in order to bring the gospel to the un-churched of the city.

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74:33 minutes (15.91 MB)

Efrem Smith & Phil Jackson : Rethinking the Urban Church in the Hip-Hop Postmodem Context : UYWI 2004

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:24:52 +0000

by Efrem Smith & Phil Jackson
Talk presented Thurs, May 13, 2004 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2004.

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52:22 minutes (11.06 MB)

Efrem Smith - A Place of Community - (General Session 3- UYWI 2005)

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:25:39 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Talk presented Sat, May 21, 2005 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2005.

Efrem is one of the most dynamic communicators you will ever hear. Efrem is also the pastor of the Sanctuary Covenant Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota with over ten years of inner city youth ministry experience. His passion for motivating urban leaders will inspire you to build a place of COMMUNITY for kids to find Jesus in your city.

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32:30 minutes (6.89 MB)

Efrem Smith, Eric Knox - Leading the Emerging Hip-hop Multi-Ethnic Urban Church - UYWI 2006

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:26:06 +0000

by Efrem Smith, Eric Knox
Talk presented Thurs, May 18, 2006 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2006.

Do you desire to be equipped to lead a healthy, growing, grassroots ministry? This learning lab is designed to provide a theology and practical ministry models for leading urban ministries which seek to be Biblically grounded and socially relevant. Vision, mission, core values, and strategic ministry planning are all explored.

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125:25 minutes (29.1 MB)

Efrem Smith - Hip-Hop and the Church (Forum - UYWI 2006)

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:26:38 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Talk presented Fri, May 19, 2006 Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2006.

A Do Not Miss Experience! Come and dialogue about the church and hip hop music with some leading speakers and artists who can give all of us advice on navigating this sometime touchy subject in the faith community.

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78:10 minutes (18.71 MB)

Efrem Smith & Lina Thompson - Now is the Kingdom (General Session 1 - UYWI 2006)

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:26:48 +0000

by Efrem Smith & Lina Thompson
Talk presented Thurs, May 18, 2006 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2006.

The Kingdom of God is not something to put off. Come and explore the Parable of the Bridesmaids to remember that your preparation for this journey is essential in allowing the Kingdom of God to be realized throughout your life and the lives of the young people you are serving NOW!

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42:42 minutes (9.42 MB)

Efrem Smith - Let Freedom Ring! ( General Session 2 extra - UYWI 2007 )

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:32:21 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Fri, May 18, 2007

About the Speaker

Efrem is an internationally recognized leader and speaker whose use of storytelling, comedy, and passion presents the Gospel of Jesus Christ at a level that people can understand, as well as presents principles for living life on a daily basis. He is a graduate of Saint John’s University and Luther Theological Seminary. Currently, he serves as Pastor of The Sanctuary Covenant Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Efrem is married to Donecia and has two daughters, Jaeda and Mireya.

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2:08 minutes (2.15 MB)

Efrem Smith - A Theology Of Thug-ology pt.1

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:17:48 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Talk presented Sat, May 18, 2002 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2002.

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39:53 minutes (11.8 MB)

Efrem Smith - A Theology forThug-ology pt.2- UYWI

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:17:53 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Talk presented Sat, May 18, 2002 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2002.

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33:30 minutes (10.19 MB)

Efrem Smith - Reaching Youth Mind, Body, and Spirit: A Holistic Approach to Urban Ministry - UYWI 2003

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:18:59 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Talk presented Sat, May 17, 2003 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2003.

Urban youth face many issues, barriers, and challenges on a daily basis. In some cases it will take more than just Sunday School class and midweek clubs to address all that hey face. This workshop will explore a theology as well as ministry models for a more holistic approach to urban youth ministry. Learn about models for after-school programs, emotional support, and family outreach.

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62:55 minutes (10.59 MB)

Efrem Smith - A Theology for Thug-ology UYWI 2003

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:19:09 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Talk presented Fri, May 16, 2003 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2003.

This workshop will explore a practical theology for the development of ministry models geared to reach at-risk, high-need urban youth populations. We will focus specifically on the youth who are affected greatly by secular hip-hop culture and ’street culture.’

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62:05 minutes (15.5 MB)

Efrem Smith - Can I trust my city? (General Session 1 extra- UYWI 2007)

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:19:39 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Presented Saturday, May 17, 2007 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2007.

Efrem is an internationally recognized leader and speaker whose use of storytelling, comedy, and passion presents
the Gospel of Jesus Christ at a level that people can understand, as well as presents principles for living life on a daily basis. He is a graduate of Saint John’s University and Luther Theological Seminary. Currently, he serves as Pastor of The Sanctuary Covenant Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Efrem is married to Donecia and has two daughters, Jaeda and Mireya.

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1:28 minutes (1.53 MB)

Efrem Smith: UYWI Conference 2007: Burnt Out! (General Session 3 extra)

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:06:26 +0000

by Efrem Smith
Presented on Fri, May 18, 2007 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2007.

About the Speaker

Efrem is an internationally recognized leader and speaker whose use of storytelling, comedy, and passion presents
the Gospel of Jesus Christ at a level that people can understand, as well as presents principles for living life on a daily basis. He is a graduate of Saint John’s University and Luther Theological Seminary. Currently, he serves as Pastor
of The Sanctuary Covenant Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Efrem is married to Donecia and has two daughters, Jaeda and Mireya.

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4:04 minutes (3.91 MB)

Efrem Smith & Phil Jackson : Rethinking the Urban Church in the Hip-Hop and Postmodern Context : UYWI 2004

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:19:29 +0000

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140:33 minutes (128.68 MB)

Efrem Smith: Engaging Urban Youth Culture: UYWI 2006

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:27:25 +0000

Urban youth make up various sub-cultures which give us insight into the values, language, and customs of this emerging gener ation. This elective will explore aspects of hip-hop, multi-ethnic young, gangs, and other urban youth subcultures. Theology and practical ministry models designed for engagement will be presented as well.

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78:51 minutes (72.19 MB)

Efrem Smith: Raising Young Heroes: UYWI 2005

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:35:42 +0000

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74:31 minutes (68.22 MB)

Phil Jackson & Efrem Smith: Youth Ministry in the Hip-Hop Postmodern Reality: UYWI 2005

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:37:57 +0000

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125:24 minutes (114.82 MB)

Efrem Smith: Four Stages of Church Development (Part 1): UYWI 2007

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:23:48 +0000

This workshop will explore a theology of
church development, as well as provide four
practical stages for developing an urban,
multi-ethnic, and/or hip-hop church. Vision,
purpose, strategic planning and core team
development are just some of the elements
that will be broken down within the four
stages.

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68:29 minutes (62.7 MB)

Efrem Smith: Four Stages of Church Development (Part 2): UYWI 2007

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:23:56 +0000

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49:13 minutes (45.06 MB)

Efrem Smith: How to Get Your Chuch Beyond the Sunday Celebration: UYWI 2007

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:27:45 +0000

The urban church is about more than the
Sunday morning worship experience; it is
about building a holistic and Christ-centered
community. This workshop will explore a
holistic approach to ministry which will lift
up ministry areas and models, including
Christian Formation, Kingdom Advancement
and Community Development. Five Core
Values (known as the “Five E’s”) will be
presented as a model of building ministries
that make an impact beyond Sunday.

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49:14 minutes (45.09 MB)

Kirk Scott, Phil Jackson & Efrem Smith : The Emerging Urban Church : UYWI 2005

UrbanMinistry.org — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 04:16:37 +0000

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70:42 minutes (64.74 MB)

Efrem Smith : General Session 3a : UYWI 2008

UrbanMinistry.org — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:18:50 +0000

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78:09 minutes (71.55 MB)

Efrem Smith : General Session 3b : UYWI 2004

UrbanMinistry.org — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:28:33 +0000

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35:17 minutes (32.32 MB)