McClure Lecture and WMI Conference 2024
Mission in the Margins: Lessons and Practices from the Global Church
W. Don McClure Lecture and WMI Conference 2024
Oct. 11-12, 2024
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
In the emerging landscape of mission, refugees, migrants, and the church 
in the Global South—traditionally viewed as recipients of mission goods and services—have become a major source of innovation and leadership in the founding of new worshiping communities, the provision of community services, and the work of advocacy for justice around the world.
Our 2024 World Mission Initiative Conference theme is “Mission in the Margins: Lessons and Practices from the Global Church” and will highlight this paradigm shift in God’s mission and how we can learn from our siblings in Christ on the other sides of our world. As we’ve done for the last two conferences, this year we will again combine the conference with the annual W. Don McClure Lecture. This year’s conference will also coincide with one of our fall hybrid gatherings, where all students taking hybrid classes will gather on campus for learning and community building.
Please Note: Lodging is unavailable on campus during the conference. See below for a list of nearby hotels to assist in your search for accommodations.
Presenter
Harvey Kwiyani is a Malawian theologian currently serving as director of the ACTS 11 Project: Centre for Global Witness and Human Migration at Church Mission Society where he leads academic programs exploring World Christianity, especially in the context of migrations and diasporas. He founded and continues to serve as executive director of Missio Africanus, an intercultural mission training initiative that seeks to equip and empower the global church for mission in Europe. Having served in mission in Europe and North America for a long time, he writes a great deal on issues to do with cross-cultural mission, leadership, migration and diaspora Christianity. He has authored several books including Sent Forth: African Missionary Work in the West and Multicultural Kingdom: Ethnic Diversity, Mission and the Church. He blogs at www.harveykwiyani.substack.com.
Schedule
| FRI., OCT. 11 | |
| 4:00-6:00 p.m. | Registration |
| Book Table | |
| 6:00-7:00 p.m. | Dinner |
| 7:00-7:20 p.m. | Opening Worship |
| 7:20 p.m. | McClure Lecture with Dr. Harvey Kwiyani |
| SAT., OCT. 12 | |
|---|---|
| 8:00-9:00 a.m. | Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| Book Table | |
| 9:00-10:30 a.m. | Worship and Plenary by Dr. Kwiyani |
| 10:45-11:45 a.m. | Workshop A |
| 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:15-2:15 p.m. | Workshop B |
| 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Plenary Discussion of Dr. Kwiyani and Other Mission Leaders |
| 3:30-4:00 p.m. | Closing Worship |
Registration
In-person Full Conference Registration: Click Here
Online Full Conference Registration: Click Here
McClure Lecture Only Registration: Click Here
Conference Sponsorship
We are only able to offer this major event at a low cost because we have faith that churches and individuals like you will support this work by becoming a sponsor. Would you be willing to support WMI as Conference Sponsor? If so, please click here to donate online. But if you have any question, please let us know by e-mailing us at hfarrell@pts.edu.
1. Sponsorship up to $500
- Your/your church’s name/logo will be displayed on the WMI Conference website and program
- Special mention on our Conference social media
2. Sponsorship more than $500
- Church’s name/logo on the WMI Conference website and program
- Special mention on our Conference social media and from the platform during the Conference
Lodging Information
Due to no availabity on-campus, here are a list of hotels near the Seminary to assist you in finding suitable lodging in the area.
Hotel Indigo, 123 N. Highland Ave., 15206, 412-665-0555
The Maverick, 120 S. Whitfield St., 15206, 412-214-8888
SpringHill Suites Bakery Square, 134 Bakery Square Blvd., 15206, 412-362-8600
Comfort Inn, Harmarville, 2801 Freeport Rd., 15238, 412-828-9400
Wyndham University Center, 100 Lytton Ave., 15213, 412-682-6200
Marriott City Center, 112 Washington Pl., 15219, 412-471-4000
Doubletree Hotel, 1 Bigelow Square, 15219, 412-281-5800
Hilton Garden Hotel, 3454 Forbes Ave., 15213, 412-683-2040
Sheraton Hotel, 300 W Station Square Dr., 15219, 412-261-2000
Omni William Penn Hotel, 530 William Penn Pl., 15219, 412-281-7100
Questions
Please contact or call 412-924-1345.