Speaking

JoAnn has a love of teaching whether in the academic classroom, church settings or at national conferences. She is often asked to speak on the topics of sexuality, preparing for marriage, marital enrichment and parenting. Topics are adaptable to your needs. If you are interested in having her speak, contact her by email @

Recent Academic Presentations

“Sex over Sixty”, with Kris Christiansen MD, Bethel University, St. Paul,MN, CEU Symposium (2009)

“Deeping Sexual Intimacy thru the Stages of Marriages”, with C. Gary Barnes (Dallas Theological Seminary), Ph.D., Doug Rosenau, Ed.D (Institute for Sexual Wholeness), Debra Taylor, MA (Institute for Sexual Wholeness), Jim Childerstrom Ph.D., and Carolyn Childerstrom MA, Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS) National Conference, Orlando, FL (2009)

“Marriage is for Lovers”, with Doug Rosenau Ed.D. (Institute for Sexual Wholeness) and C. Gary Barnes Ph.D. (Dallas Theological Seminary)
Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS) National Conference, Phoenix, AZ (2008)

“Practical Lessons on Mentoring from the Shepherd”, Minnesota Church Ministry Association, St. Paul, MN (2008)

“Beyond Scripture: The Dangers of Premarital Sex”, “Leave and Cleave: Helping Premarital Couples Design Their Marriage”, Association of Marriage and Family Ministries (AMFM) Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ (2008)

“Premarital Counseling in the Age of Internet Dating”, National Council for Family Relations (NCFR) National Conference, Minneapolis, MN (2007)

“Developing Sexual Integrity in Ministry”, Association of Marriage and Family Ministries (AMFM) East Conference, Charlotte, NC (2007)

“Sexual Integrity and the Church”, Association of Marriage and Family Ministries (AMFM) West Conference, Phoenix, AZ (2007)

Recent Presentations for Church Groups

Sexuality – all adaptable for singles, premarital or married couples
Authentic Sexuality
Sexuality from the Heart of God
The Scriptural Foundation of Sexuality
Deepening Sexual Intimacy

Marriage
A Lasting Promise©
The Relationship Adventure
Marriage Survival with Adolescents

Ministry Development
Equipping the Called
Preventing Moral Failure
Resting in the Quiet
Boundaries for Discipling

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