The African American Legacy Preaching Series of Christian Theological Seminary presents “A Conversation with Bishop Tom Garrott Benjamin, Jr. hosted by Dr. Frank A. Thomas.” Bishop Tom Garrott Benjamin, Jr. is an internationally recognized minister widely known for his gifts of hospitality, generosity, and compassion. He is Pastor Emeritus of Light of The World Christian Church in Indianapolis, Indiana where he served for 43 years. Bishop Benjamin retired in 2012 and resides with Lady Beverly Benjamin in Palm Desert, California. He often says he is ‘not retired, but refired’ and still shares the liberating gospel of Jesus Christ. He has a private coaching practice, specializing in personal motivation, empowerment, and vision-casting for athletes, entertainers, ministers, and executives, as well as anyone else willing to invest in themselves. In this interview, he offers fresh reflections on the role of key relationships in the Pastor’s life, the ministry of pain, the importance of preparing emotionally and financially for retirement, and much more. This video is an absolute must see for anyone who wants to hear a great preacher discuss the intimacies of Pastoring and church life.