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Sharing Faith Initiative - led by Rev. Dr. Carolyn Helsel of Austin Seminary and supported by grants from Lilly Endowment Inc. - aims to equip Christians of all ages to inspire faith in others.  It offers resources and learning opportunities for congregations, focusing on two projects: the Faithful Preaching Project and Children’s Sermons by Children.

The Faithful Preaching Project began work in 2024 and united under one banner with Children's Sermons by Children in 2025. These initiatives aim to strengthen faith-sharing practices, support church leaders, and nurture future leaders. They both align with Austin Seminary's mission to proclaim the gospel and support the church, fostering collaboration and collective impact.

You can find out more about the Sharing Faith Initiative at sharingfaith.austinseminary.edu.

Opportunities with Sharing Faith Initiative

Woman and Man set in front of Advent candles advertising for an Advent and Christmas themed preaching workshop
Hand holding microphone by sign for Listening Tour
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Scenes from Sharing Faith Initiative

A woman in a cream blouse and dark skirt holds up her hand as she presents to a seated crowd
Large group of people standing and smiling outside at a retreat center
Woman in green dress stands while talking to a seated group in front of a projector screen
Man and woman giving a tag team sermon to a group of seated listeners
A boy with a microphone sits on the ground in front of a green clothed altar in a brick-walled church to speak to a group of children who are facing him
A woman in a black shirt gestures to a group of people seated at ta table listening to her

Questions or general inquiries?

Click here to contact the Sharing Faith Initiative Team

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