Past Speakers

After serving for 20 years as “the Bachelor Pastor” of a large multi-site church, Dr. DeWitt brings a uniquely personal and pastoral perspective to the topic of loneliness. In two insightful sessions, he thoughtfully distinguished between loneliness, aloneness, and solitude. With wisdom and compassion, he also addressed the often-overlooked struggles of loneliness in leadership.

PTC Green Bay was richly blessed by the skillful teaching of Dr. Steven Mathewson. His two sessions on preaching Old Testament poetry were both practical and insightful, offering valuable guidance for preachers at every stage—from those just starting out to seasoned ministers.

A highly respected New Testament scholar, Dr. Tom Schreiner tackled the important and often debated topic of women in ministry, providing a careful exegetical and theological perspective on relevant biblical texts.

For its inaugural gathering, PTC Green Bay welcomed Dr. Chris Brauns, author of Unpacking Forgiveness, to lead a thoughtful exploration of biblical forgiveness. Using his “Forgiveness Quiz” as a starting point, Dr. Brauns guided those gathered in digging deep into what true, gospel-shaped forgiveness looks like in the life of a believer.

Known for his clarity and precision, Dr. Andy Naselli provided a thoughtful, biblically grounded introduction to the doctrine of predestination, exploring its theological and pastoral implications.

A leading voice in the conversation on pastoral theology, Dr. Gerald Hiestand traced the historical role of the pastor-theologian - specifically here in America - and its development and called us as church leaders to embrace a vision of shepherding that was both intellectually rigorous and deeply pastoral.

A seasoned pastor and theologian, Dr. Mike Bullmore unpacked the heart of the Christian faith—the gospel—showing how its power transforms both individuals and communities. He left us with five simple words: "Christ died for my sins."

With a passion for discipleship, Drew Sodestrom challenged and equipped believers to embrace the process of spiritual formation, highlighting how true disciples are shaped in the everyday rhythms of life.

A skilled interpreter of wisdom literature, Douglas Sean O’Donnell walked through Job with clarity and pastoral sensitivity, helping us wrestle with suffering, divine justice, and God’s sovereign purposes.

With a deep love for biblical theology and pastoral ministry, Dr. Jared Compton unpacked Hebrews 2, highlighting Jesus as the God-man, deepening our understanding of who we are and the relevance of that reality to our faith.

A trusted biblical scholar and pastor, Dr. Mickey Klink gave a fresh reading of John 3:16 and provided a deep insightful overview into the Gospel of John, helping us engage with its theological richness and pastoral significance.

Jeremy led us through a thoughtful engagement with the Scriptures centering around the Lord’s Supper. He helped set the foundation for our Pastor-Theologian Collective, equipping us with a strong biblical and theological framework, preparing us for PTCs to come.