Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship — Organization Profile
The Tri-Cities School of Preaching and Christian Development (often abbreviated TCSOP&CD) is a preacher-training work overseen by the Stoney Creek church of Christ. Based in Elizabethton, Tennessee, the school focuses on developing “men of the Book” through a structured program of Bible instruction, ministry preparation, and opportunities to practice teaching and evangelism.
Within that broader purpose, the Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship is an annual, theme-centered week of Bible teaching hosted through the school. The lectureship is designed as an area-wide gathering where lessons are organized around a unified topic and presented by a mix of current students, alumni, and other speakers. This structure allows the lectureship to serve both as encouragement for congregations and as a public window into the kind of training the school provides.
The lectureship also reflects the school’s emphasis on developing communicators who can teach clearly in multiple settings. TCSOP&CD highlights instruction in general Bible knowledge, apologetics, preacher development, and writing, along with hands-on practice in written and digital evangelism through its media capabilities. In that context, lectureship preaching and teaching is not simply a series of talks—it aligns with the school’s goal of forming workers who can communicate Scripture effectively to the church and to the world.
Another distinctive is the community aspect that comes with the lectureship week. TCSOP&CD notes a special dinner during the lectureship that honors friends and families who have supported the school over time. This kind of shared fellowship underscores how the school functions as a congregationally connected ministry, supported by relationships with churches and individuals who value gospel preaching and teaching.
Because the school’s work is closely tied to local church life, the lectureship is intended to be useful beyond a single week on the calendar. Churches can draw from lectureship teaching as a model for theme-driven study, use recorded lessons for classes or training, and connect with TCSOP&CD to learn more about its curriculum and ministry resources. For individuals, the lectureship can be a meaningful entry point for ongoing learning—especially for those exploring Bible training or looking to strengthen their ability to teach.
People can engage with the Tri-Cities School of Preaching Lectureship by attending when available, sharing the school’s teaching resources with their congregation, and supporting the school’s work through prayer and giving. For churches that want to encourage future preachers, one practical way to partner is to recommend students, support student needs, and stay connected to the school’s teaching and media outlets.
Key Links
- Website: https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/
- Lectureship page: https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/LECTURESHIP/
- Faculty & Staff (About): https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/about/
- What We Do: https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/What-We-Do/
- Distance Learning / Course Catalog: https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/course-catalog/
- Overseeing Eldership: https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/overseeing-eldership/
- Donate: https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/donations/donation-form/
- Contact: https://tcschoolofpreaching.com/contact-us/
Contact Information
- Email: tc*****@***il.com
- Phone: 423-474-2622
- Mailing address: 1162 Highway 91, Elizabethton, TN 37643
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Leadership
- Bill Haywood — Director & Instructor
- Wesley Simons — Administrative Director & Instructor
- Eddy Craft — Co-Director & Instructor
- Jeff Johnson — Dean of Students & Instructor
- Tim Phillips — Dean of Academics & Instructor
- Ethan Tate — Dean of Media & Instructor
- Milton Mathers — Dean of Admissions & Instructor
- Robby Eversole Sr. — Adjunct Instructor & Field Representative
- Dan Bailey — Adjunct Faculty & Instructor
- Chuck Stewart — Adjunct Faculty & Instructor
- Tony Hoss — Adjunct Faculty & Instructor
- Vicky Manuel — Secretary
- Kathy Jones — Secretary
- Mike Blevins — Elder (Overseeing Eldership)
- Eric Dougherty — Elder (Overseeing Eldership)
- David Crockett — Elder (Overseeing Eldership)
- Joey Stover — Elder (Overseeing Eldership)
