ICCTE Newsletter – September 2026
Explore member survey highlights, join October’s Pop-Up PLC, and save the date for our 2028 conference.
ICCTE September 2026 Update: Member Survey Highlights and Upcoming Events
An update from Ellen Ballock, ICCTE President
Thank you to everyone who completed our member survey! Your responses are helping the ICCTE Board plan opportunities for us to learn, collaborate, and encourage one another.
What We Heard from Our Members
AI and faith integration are priorities. Artificial intelligence and faith integration were the topics of greatest interest for future collaboration and programming.
Relationships matter. Members especially value networking, scholarly collaboration, and spiritual and vocational encouragement.
More regular communication would help us stay connected. In response, the Board has developed a plan to share monthly updates between now and our next conference.
Seventeen members volunteered to review for the ICCTE Journal. Thank you for offering your time and expertise!
Your voice continues to matter. If you have additional ideas or feedback, please contact the Board at ICCTEBoard@gmail.com.
October 16 Pop-Up PLC: AI Literacy
AI Literacy: Helping Students Think Critically
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 12:00–2:00 p.m. Central Time | Virtual
Our Fall 2026 Pop-Up PLC will bring us together for presentations and conversation about helping students engage thoughtfully with AI.
View the event flyer for more information, and invite a colleague who would enjoy joining the conversation!
Register for the Pop-Up PLC
Save the Date: ICCTE Conference 2028
May 23–25, 2028 | Union University | Jackson, Tennessee
Our next ICCTE Conference will be hosted by Union University in Jackson, Tennessee. We look forward to gathering again for fellowship, learning, and collaboration. More details will follow.
In the meantime, take a virtual tour of our host campus!
Watch the Union University Virtual Tour
Help Spread the Word
Please share our Pop-Up PLC and conference announcements on your social media platforms. Thank you for helping others connect with the ICCTE community!
Blessings to you in your work and your rest,
Ellen Ballock
ICCTE President, 2026–2028