THANKFUL. GRATEFUL. HOPEFUL.

Each alumnus or alumna attendee will receive a centennial gift and learn more about the launch of the Global Alumni Network, the Global ThM 100 opportunity, alumni discounts at DTS, the global vision of DTS, the Alumni Summit, training and resource sharing, and faculty engagement. We’ll also hear an address by President Mark Yarbrough.

The Alumni Summit 2024 gives us an opportunity to share with current faculty, staff, and students ways that our Global Alumni Network can support DTS’s global vision of seeing the church worldwide encouraged and equipped for intercultural, cross-generational, multilingual effectiveness in ministry to all people.

Friday, July 19, through Saturday, July 20

Grace Christian Church of the Philippines

Samuel Dee St., Grace Village. Brgy. Apolonio Samson, 1106 Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines

8:00-9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00-9:30 a.m. Worship

9:30-10:15 a.m. Plenary Session 1 (Dr. Ramesh Richard)

10:15-10:30 a.m. Break

10:30-11:45 a.m. Alumni Summit (Rev. Voltaire Cacal)

12:00–1:00 p.m. Lunch

1:00-1:15 p.m. Worship

1:15-2:00 p.m. Plenary Session 2 (Dr. Stephen Tan)

2:00-2:30 p.m. Break

2:30-4:30 p.m. Workshop #1 (alumni lead)

4:30-6:00 p.m. Networking and Interview #1

6:00-7:00 p.m. Celebration Dinner

7:30-9:00 p.m. Plenary Session 3 (Dr. Mark Yarbrough)

9:00-9:30 a.m. Worship

9:30-10:15 a.m. Plenary Session 4

10:15-10:30 a.m. Break

10:30-11:45 a.m. Workshop #2

12:00–1:00 p.m. Lunch Break

1:00–2:00 p.m. Networking & Interview #2

2:00-3:00 p.m. Closing

In alignment with the vision of advancing Global Theological Education through our Alumni Network, we are honored to announce the esteemed keynote speakers for the upcoming event:

DR. STEPHEN TAN

Topic: Mission and Evangelism in the 21st Century: Exploring modern strategies for mission work and evangelism in our interconnected world

Bio: Dr. Stephen G. Tan is the Senior Pastor of Grace Christian Church in the Philippines and has been serving the Lord in Southeast Asia for more than 20 years. He has spoken at conferences and churches throughout North America, Europe, and Asia and has served as a guest lecturer at several seminaries and Bible colleges. Dr. Tan has served as a Bible Teacher in places such as Israel, Jordan, and Egypt. He also serves on several boards of Christian organizations and NGOs, including as Chair of Wycliffe Philippines. Stephen grew up in Texas and is married to Cindy. They have three children: Andrew, Nathan, and Janelle.

DR. RAMESH RICHARD

Topic: Leader Servants: Identity & Responsibility
Workshop Topic: Training of Pastors: A High Priority in Global Ministry Strategy”

Bios: Dr. Ramesh Richard, founder and president of RREACH and a professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, is a global spokesman for Jesus Christ. His ministry, RREACH, aims to change how one billion individuals perceive Jesus, focusing on evangelizing opinion leaders and strengthening pastoral leaders in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Dr. Richard has addressed non-Christian intellectuals and rural pastors worldwide, including heads of state and United Nations ambassadors. He launched the GProAcademy with Dallas Seminary and the GProCommission to improve pastoral training globally, with significant achievements in trained pastoral leaders.

DR. MARK YARBROUGH

Topic: “Spiritual Alignment” from Colossians 1:28-29

Bios: Dr. Mark Yarbrough began his tenure as the 6th president of DTS on July 1, 2020. He also serves as Professor of Bible Exposition. Along with his responsibilities of leading DTS, he travels extensively leading tours and speaking at conference centers. Mark has authored several books, including, "How to Read the Bible Like a Seminary Professor", "Jonah: Beyond the Tale of a Whale", and "Tidings of Comfort and Joy." He has been married for over thirty years to Jennifer, his high school sweetheart. They have four adult children, one son-in-law.

BISHOP NOEL

(more information coming soon)

Park Inn By Radissons Hotel
Standard Room, P5,500/Night (~$100/night/room)

Seda Vertis North
Standard Room, P6,700/Night (~$119/night/room)

Seminary dormitories provided by the organizing party (BSOP, IGSL—limited availability).

We sincerely look forward to welcoming our alumni to this special celebration. If you are interested in receiving an alumni discount or financial aid, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]