Preaching includes three categories of editorial content: feature articles, sermon manuscripts, and homiletical resources. Virtually all material is written by active/retired pastors and college or seminary faculty. As a professional journal for ministers, editorial content is written by and for vocational ministers; articles by non-ministers are not typically accepted for publication. Rights to publish in publication also include right to reprint on our web site.

Style issues:

1. We prefer that submissions be sent via email attachment as a Word document; WordPerfect format is an acceptable substitute.

2. Please use endnotes rather than footnotes.

3. Our practice is to capitalize pronouns for deity (He, Him, His) except for the reflexive pronoun "himself" and "who/whom." When quoting scripture texts, we leave the style of the translation in place (cap or no cap).

4. Once an article is accepted for publication, an author agreement will be sent for your signature. At the same time you return a signed copy of the author agreement, please send a good photograph (head and shoulders; color preferred) of the writer; digital photo files are fine. Queries may be submitted via e-mail t mail@preaching.com.

Feature Articles

Articles should offer practical, helpful guidance to pastors on various topics relating to preaching and worship leadership. Examples: "Steps to Stronger Illustrations." "Expository Preaching from the Psalms." "Developing Christian Leaders Through Preaching." The focus of the magazine is on preaching; more general, ministry-related topics will not be accepted for publication. A "how-to" perspective is generally appropriate; a practical insight on topic is necessary.

Features normally run 2,000-2,500 words (but may run longer if the subject and treatment warrant). Writers will receive an honorarium of $50 upon publication. Any feature article should be preceded by a query — describing the topic, suggesting the approach, and perhaps including a brief outline — accompanied by basic biographical information about the author. If an article is requested by the editor, it should be submitted as an email attachment as per the instructions above.

Sermons

Sermon manuscripts should offer worthy models of effective preaching. Each should be approximately 1,500-2,000 words and be submitted as an email attachment (Word format preferred; WP accepted). Be sure that your email message identifies you and the sermon; unidentified attachments will not be opened. A query is not required for sermons, but no more than one sermon manuscript should be submitted at any one time. An honorarium of $35 will be paid upon publication. All sermons should reflect the interdenominational, evangelical accent of the publication.

Homiletical Resources

1. Sermon Briefs. These are abridged sermons (about 600 words), suggesting a possible sermonic treatment of the text. Texts are drawn from the New Common Lectionary, and sermon briefs are by assignment. Interested writers may submit one or two samples of their writing, and request an assignment for a future issue. Writers are paid $30 per sermon brief upon publication.

2. Children's Sermons. These are brief, original messages written to be presented to children within the worship setting. The ideal is an object lesson of 250-300 words. Each should be rooted in a Biblical text. Writers are paid $10 upon publication.

3. Past Masters. These are biographical treatments of well-known preachers of the past. Manuscripts must include significant focus on the person's preaching ministry. Because we seek not to repeat the same character, queries are recommended before manuscript submission. Writers are paid $50 upon publication.

Specifications and honorariums subject to change. Sample copies available at a cost of $8.00 per issue. Revised 8/06.