The context of Christianity is ever-changing, but the durability and relevance of the message of Jesus has been proven over time. Imagine life and the very different practice of Christianity in the days of the Early Church€¦ the Dark Ages€¦the Industrial Revolution€¦the Great Depression €¦and the Digital Age. The relevant, vibrant, and effective church of today will always ask, €śWhere has God placed us? In what time and what cultural context?€ť Cultural changes can seem to diminish the gospel€™s value as outdated styles and forms create barriers between contemporary people and a timeless God. Dan Collison provides insights into ministry that will help shrink the cultural walls that people must scale to experience Jesus. Jesus€™ Church is a living entity that beautifully fits every context in every century. But it does take work. This €śfitting in€ť is not pandering or caving in to culture; it is a recognition that we exist not
Author of 8 novels, and a marketing and publicity consultant.
Dan Collison has earned degrees from the Interlochen Arts Academy, the Eastman School of Music, Bethel Seminary (M.Div.), and Fuller Seminary (D.Min.). He is the Lead Pastor at First Covenant Church, Minneapolis.
First Covenant Church is a diverse, multi-generational, urban Christian community that is vibrant and growing in downtown Minneapolis. It is affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Denomination, one of the fastest growing and ethnically diverse denominations in America.
Education:
- Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY; Bachelor of Music
- Bethel Theological Seminary; Masters in Divinity
- Fuller Theological Seminary; Doctor of Ministry
Ministerial Experience:
- Higher Ground, Inc. Christian Music Ministry, Director 1987-1990
- Agape Christian Church, Music Pastor 1991-1994
- Faith Reformed Church, Director of Worship and Evangelism 1994-1998
- Wooddale Church, Pastor of Contemporary Music 1998-2004
- Wooddale Church, Worship Arts Pastor 2004-2009
- First Covenant Church, Minneapolis, Lead Pastor 2009-Present