WHEN: 07.07.2023 - 07.09.2023

WHERE: Dallas, Texas

African American
Alumni DTS Reunion

Join with Former and Current African American Alumni of DTS July 7th-9th and their spouses to share in a weekend to refresh, reunite & reignite for Ministry in the African American Community.

REUNION STARTS


Don't Miss This Exciting Event FREE For DTS Alumni!

So What Can You Expect From This Reunion?

We have an exciting ling-up of fun events and educational sessions, that are perfect to help us connect, reunite and grow.
There's something for everyone!
See Our Tentative Itinerary Below (Subject to Change)

  • Friday evening social at OCBF (Meet and Greet) + informal men and women discussions (Hors d’oeuvre provided) - MANDATORY
    5:00pm – 9:00pm
  • Saturday morning Breakfast (provided) at OCBF
    8:00am-9:00am
  • Saturday Forum/s (Session 1 & 2)
    9:00am – 12:00pm
  • Saturday noon Lunch (provided) at OCBF
    12:00pm-1:00pm
  • Saturday Forum/s (Session 3)
    1:00pm-2:30pm
  • Saturday Tour of DTS Campus
    2:30pm – 4:30pm
  • Reconnect, Relax and Refresh (i.e., spending time with friends and family)
    4:30pm - until
  • Sunday Church service at OCBF
    8:00am or 11:00am

Where Will The Reunion Be Located?

Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship
1808 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX 75232
Host: Dr. Tony Evans

Dallas Seminary Campus - Steven Brown

Hotel & Transportation

The Following Are A List of Suggested Hotels You Might Consider In The Dallas Area

Please note that you must secure your own hotel arrangements for this trip. (It is important to us that all who would like to attend are able to do so. We have limited scholarships available for those requiring financial assistance for hotel stays only. Please contact Pastor Burrell at 407.716.5922

  • 1) (Hilton) Anatole……… $466/2 nights
  • 2) Fairmont……………… $396/2 nights (-) No breakfast
  • 3) Best Western…………. $359/2 nights + Pay for breakfast
  • 4) Hampton Inn………….. $375/2nights + Free breakfast

Bus Transportation will be provided to and from DTS for the Tour

Transportation from airport to your hotel, or from the hotel to Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship are currently not provided.
Please be certain to secure your transportation prior to arrival.

Saturday Educational Sessions

Here are a few of the topics we are currently considering (Subject to Change)

Breakfast (8:00am-9:00am) | Lunch (12:00pm-1:00pm)

  • 1st Session
    (9:00am – 10:30am)

1. Critical challenges for today’s urban pastors.

2. The Significance of your calling at a time like this.

3. Exit plan – Transition for our ministry to continue to bear fruit.

  • 2nd Session
    (10:45am – 12:00pm)

1. Discussing issues impacting the Black Community (Woke, Critical Race, Black Lives Matter, Black on Black Crime, Police Brutality, L.G.B.T.Q., etc.,)

2. Ministering to a Diminishing Church in a post-covid world. (Virtual church mentality)

3. Breaking the mold of Traditional Worship! What new concepts Work!

  • 3rd Session
    (1:00pm – 2:30pm)

1. Challenge to go the distance you’ve been trained for)

2. Reaching Millennials in today’s world – a new generation for Christ.

3. How to have fun in ministry! Too many pastors are not enjoying ministry!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are Africans allowed who attended DTS?
Absolutely!

2.  Can members of a graduate’s church attend?
Yes, but please keep in mind that the event is only FREE to DTS Graduates.

3. Are sponsorships available for those in financial need?
Yes, sponsorships are limited and on a first-come-first-serve basis.  Please contact Pastor Burrell at (407)716.5922 if this is something you will need in order to attend.

Ready To Register

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS:
MAY 15, 2023
(Please Register As Soon As Possible)

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