SPE History

Begun in 2002 through a grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to Memphis Theological Seminary, Sustaining Pastoral Excellence is a ministry to support Christian pastors, their families, and their congregations...


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What we are learning 

Excellence in pastoral ministry is a gift of the healing and sustaining grace of God in the life of the whole person. Through faithful relatedness to God and others, good pastors maintain balance (wholeness) in their lives and ministries. 

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Our SPE Resources & News provide materials to the public that include Memphis Theological Seminary and SPE sermons, ministry tools, and studies. Find out what they are all about below or by using the links on the right.


Latest Resources provides links to web sites that you might find helpful in your ministry.

 

Stories of Excellence are captivating stories from participants in the SPE program that will inspire and motivate you.

 

The Media and Document Center is your source for the latest SPE audio,video and document files from recent events.

News and Features will provide updates on the latest SPE events and provide information that will be useful in your ministry.