— REGISTER NOW FOR ON-DEMAND ACCESS THROUGH October 31 —
The live portion of the EPA 2021 convention has ended. But full access is available through October 31 for on-demand viewing of more than 40 sessions that were recorded during the live event. You can receive all the inspiration and instruction that more than 300 people enjoyed during the April convention.
The annual EPA Christian media convention is your chance to step away from daily activities to engage and interact with the EPA community. Join together to explore new ideas and learn from one another through powerful seminars, workshops, discussions and presentations.
The Evangelical Press Association is the world’s largest professional organization for the evangelical periodical publishing industry, both print and digital.
EPA puts great focus on serving God through the written word, whether print or digital. Members of EPA share a commitment to excellence.
The convention provides an opportunity to learn new skills and build relationships with editors, writers, designers, publishers and influential personalities in our industry.
The annual EPA convention is a source of new ideas and creative innovations. It provides an intense time of professional learning, networking and inspiration.
From writers to designers, editors to publishers and seasoned veterans to emerging talents, the EPA convention provides an opportunity to grow and become something greater. This is not just an association, but rather a unique and tightly woven community focused on professionalism, respect and commitment to God. EPA members do not just meet with Christian periodical publishing leaders — they become them.
PARTICIPANTS
SPEAKERS
SESSIONS
AWARDS
Tue, April 27, 12:00 p.m. ET
Walter Kim became the president of the National Association of Evangelicals in January 2020. He also serves as pastor for leadership at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville, Virginia, after ministering for 15 years at Boston’s historic Park Street Church. Kim, who received his Ph.D. from Harvard University, is a pastor, scholar, and thought leader whose speaking and writing bring Biblical wisdom to significant intellectual, cultural, and social issues of the day.
Wed, April 28, 12:00 p.m. ET
David French is senior editor of The Dispatch. He’s also a columnist for Time. He’s the author of Divided We Fall: America’s Secession Threat and How to Restore Our Nation, among others.
Thu, April 29, 12:00 p.m. ET
Kay Warren cofounded Saddleback Church with her husband, Rick Warren, in Lake Forest, California in 1980. After the death of their son, Matthew, who lived with serious mental illness for most of his life, she founded Saddleback’s Hope for Mental Health Initiative as a way to support individuals and family members of loved ones with mental illness and suicidal ideation. Kay is a board member of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention.
Fri, April 30, 12:00 p.m. ET
Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, podcast host, and leadership coach. She has dedicated her career to growing leadership teams around the world and empowering people to find their purpose in their personal lives and in leadership. Born in London to parents who immigrated from Nigeria, Jo credits her family’s unrelenting work ethic and the grace of God for the bold, tenacious approach she takes to sharing her wisdom on identity, influence, and living an authentic life.
Writers | Designers | Editors | Social Media Managers | Photographers
Managers | Marketers | Digital Content Managers
Mental Health is EPA’s Cause of the Year for 2021. Leading ministry and industry experts will dialogue on viewpoints, trends, and the appropriate response of Christian media to this issue.
Presented by Kay Warren
Kay will share from her own life and family experience the challenge of mental illness and how the church can follow Jesus’ example to care for and support people living with mental illness. By looking at God’s heart for people who are suffering, Kay will explain the Biblical basis for mental health ministries and practical steps for how every faith community can be part of the solution.
Facilitated by WellSpan Philhaven
A panel of WellSpan Philhaven mental health experts and chaplains will discuss mental illness stigma in the church, success stories of faith communities effectively addressing mental illness and mental health, and the questions of why and how writers/ editors should and can address the issue of mental health.
At the heart of EPA conventions are the breakout sessions featuring ministry and industry leaders, individuals who have risen to the top of their professions and are widely respected for their skills and knowledge. A stellar lineup of speakers present a wide variety of workshops on writing, editing, design, photography, technology, social media, management, marketing, and current issues. This is where you will be challenged, trained, and equipped to take your skills to a higher level.
EPA 2021 | A Virtual Convention • April 27-30, 2021
