Catechetical Preaching

Drs. Alan Strange and Cornelis Venema speak about the practice of catechetical preaching from a practical as well as historical perspective. While the practice is more common within the Dutch Reformed tradition, Dr. Strange also provides a case for Presbyterians to engage in preaching using the Westminster Standards as aids. Regardless of where you may land on the particular role of secondary standards in organizing the preaching of the Word, this conversation is useful and instructive for considering how the church may best instruct her members. Dr. Cornelis Venema is Professor of Doctrinal Studies and President of Mid-America Reformed Seminary in Dyer, Indiana. Dr. Alan Strange is Professor of Church History, Registrar, and Theological Librarian of Mid-America Reformed Seminary. Links Mid-America Round Table Podcast Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction00:02:02 Homiletics and Catechetical Instruction00:15:34 Preaching from the Catechism00:22:30 Preaching through the Westminster Larger Catechism00:42:19 Reading the Catechisms during the Worship Service00:51:09 Keeping Catechetical Preaching Fresh01:05:09 Conclusion Participants: Alan Strange, Camden Bucey, Cornelis Venema