Interview Rev Dr Sam Wells - Peter Crumpler | How to Preach, Holy Spirit and Context of Preaching

Join Preach magazine and Leaders of Worship and Preachers Trust (LWPT) partner Rev Peter Crumpler for an insightful interview with Rev Dr Sam Wells, exploring the art of preaching in today’s world. Sam Wells shares wisdom from his latest book, How to Preach: Times, Seasons, Texts, and Contexts (Canterbury Press, 2023), offering practical advice and theological reflections for preachers and church leaders alike.

Topics include:

The purpose of a sermon in an image-driven age.
Sam’s sermon planning process and the unique practice of sharing his sermon script beforehand.
Handling off-topic subjects and building trust with congregations over time.
Approaching guest preaching in unfamiliar contexts.
Keeping familiar passages, like the Good Samaritan, fresh and impactful.
Thoughts on the ideal sermon length.

This interview is packed with valuable insights for both seasoned preachers and those just starting out.

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Rev Dr Sam Wells - Revd Dr Sam Wells has been Vicar of St Martin-in-the-Fields since 2012. He has served as a parish priest for 25 years – 10 of those in urban priority areas. He also spent 7 years in North Carolina, where he was Dean of Duke University Chapel.

Sam is also Visiting Professor of Christian Ethics at King’s College. He is a regular contributor to Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme. He has published 44 books, including works on Christian ethics, mission, ministry, scripture, liturgy, and preaching. Sam is married to Jo Wells, who is Bishop for Episcopal Ministry in the Anglican Communion. They have two adult children.

Interviewer: Peter Crumpler
The Rev Peter Crumpler is a Church of England minister in St Albans, Herts and a former communications director with the CofE. He writes and broadcasts widely.