Writers conference set for May
REDMOND — The annual Northwest Christian Writers conference will be held May 18 and 19 at Overlake Christian Church in Redmond. The theme of the conference is “Imagine.”

The keynote speaker will be Marshal Younger, who is a writer/director/producer for television and radio, including “Adventures in Odyssey.”

This year’s line-up of workshop speakers includes master storytellers from the worlds of film, fantasy, children’s literature, and radio’s “theater of the mind.” Attendees can learn about the power of parables, fairy tales, and point of view. They can explore the world of inspirational romance fiction with a panel of published authors, discover new ways to increase the value of a book manuscript, and gain valuable tips on fine-tuning one’s unique voice.

Registration is now open with an early bird special discount rate available until April 1.

For more information or to register online, visit www.nwchristianwriters.org.


Corban University to host Alcorn for class on heaven
PORTLAND — Acclaimed author Randy Alcorn will present a three-day intensive class on heaven May 8 to 10 at Corban University in Portland.

Alcorn, who has written the book “Heaven,” was on campus earlier this year, and Corban’s campus pastor, Dan Huber, interviewed him about his favorite subject. The audience sent text messages with questions for Alcorn. Within minutes Huber received a wide assortment of questions—far more than could be covered in a single chapel service.

Alcorn will return to Corban in May to teach a graduate level course entitled “Heaven.” The 2-credit course is open to the public and will be presented by Corban’s School of Ministry in cooperation with Randy Alcorn’s Eternal Perspective Ministries, the Luis Palau Association and Medical Teams International. 

“To say the least, this promises to be one of the most popular graduate courses offered by any Christian university on the West Coast this summer,” said David Sanford, course organizer and Corban’s Director of Communications and Public Relations.

More information is available at www.3daysinheaven.com.