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SUMMARY:2021 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod ELCA will gather for a special online business meeting on Saturday\, April 24. \nThe business portions of this year’s Assembly will be totally online. And because most people would find it tedious to be logged in to an online meeting for two full days (our usual Assembly schedule)\, we have pared down the agenda to fit into one day. \n\nGet full details and registration info here
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/2021-synod-assembly/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Synod Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T013116Z
UID:12503-1631404800-1631491199@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:God's Work. Our Hands. Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for Sunday\, Sept. 12\, when congregations of the ELCA will come together for “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday. Our church continues to live through the COVID-19 pandemic. Physical distancing has changed the way we worship and serve. But the need is great\, and God’s church is at work. \nWe’re not sure what the impact of this crisis will look like in September\, but we continue to be church together. We are witnessing the outpouring of love and concern that God’s people have for one another. Our congregations continue to maintain feeding ministries\, serve communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19 infection and assist people who are financially burdened by the economic downturn. \n“Service in the Time of COVID-19” was developed to offer service project ideas and considerations for safely supporting your community in this time of pandemic. \nAs we gather together in service to our neighbors\, we are reminded of one of our most basic convictions as Lutherans: All of life in Jesus Christ — every act of service\, in every daily calling\, in every corner of life — flows freely from a living\, daring confidence in God’s grace. Be sure to save the date and visit ELCA.org/DayofService for updates to our resources. \nYou work every day to make your community a better place. We look forward to working together with you on “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday. \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/gods-work-our-hands-sunday-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20210826T171027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T135956Z
UID:13758-1632069000-1632076200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Installation. The Rev. Nancy M. Raabe
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Nancy Raabe will be installed on Sunday\, September 19 at 4:30 p.m. as Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church in Hatfield\, 40 N. Main St.\, with Rev. Bryan Penman representing the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod. The service\, “Vespers in a New Key\,” will feature a selection of beautiful evening hymns from Evangelical Lutheran Worship in contemporary arrangements complemented by brief readings\, along with a prelude for organ and piano newly composed by Kevin Freaney. Light refreshments will be served on the veranda\, weather permitting. The public is warmly invited and face masks are recommended.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/installation-the-rev-nancy-m-raabe/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, Hatfield\, 40 South Main Street\, Hatfield\, PA\, 19440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Ordinations and Installations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20210804T184240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T110629Z
UID:13700-1633770000-1633788000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:In God's Image
DESCRIPTION:Join us for In God’s Image 2021! Interested in learning how to expand your ministries to be more intentionally welcoming for LGBTQIA+ persons? Is your congregation already Reconciling in Christ but you want to know what more you can do? Do you feel like you just don’t know how to be the best ally you can be? Well\, then do we have a day for you!\n\nRegistration is now open for Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod’s Annual Event\, In God’s Image: Shaping Your Ministry to be Inclusive and Safe for LGBTQIA+ Folk\, on Saturday\, October 9\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm\, at St. John’s Lutheran Church\, Philadelphia (Mayfair). Deacon Ross Murray will be the keynote speaker and will present on his new book Made\, Known\, Loved: Developing LGBTQ Inclusive Youth Ministry. The cost is $10 per person.   \nUpdate: The morning worship and keynote address will be live streamed through a private link. Registration is still required for anyone who wishes to receive the link and the link will be sent to registered participants the day before the event.  \nContact ingodsimagesepa@gmail.com with any questions.   \nRegister at: https://community.ministrylink.org/ingodsimage  \nJoin us on Facebook for more event information and updates throughout the year: https://facebook.com/ingodsimagesepa 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/in-gods-image-2/
LOCATION:St. John Lutheran Church\, Mayfair\, 3101 Tyson Avenue\, Philadelphia\, 19149
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20210928T155941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T161455Z
UID:13990-1634209200-1634230800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Adaptive Worship
DESCRIPTION:Ministry in the New Abnormal presents: \nJoin Deacon John Weit\, ELCA Executive for Worship\, to share ideas and discuss the continuing evolution of worship life in this lingering pandemic. As we head toward the Advent and Christmas seasons\, we will consider together what adaptations may be helpful and necessary as we gather to worship in various modes while considering the safety of all. \nRegister now!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/adaptive-worship/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Communications,Congregational Ministries,Worship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20210928T160952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T161013Z
UID:13996-1634814000-1634817600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:What is Congregational Vitality?
DESCRIPTION:Ministry in the New Abnormal presents: \nJoin members of out Synod’s Vitality Team to discuss how your congregation can strengthen people’s relationships with God\, nurture relationships in the church\, and be a strong presence in your community. \nRegister now!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/what-is-congregational-vitality/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Communications,Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220603T154649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T155438Z
UID:15157-1655402400-1655409600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:SEPA Pride Event
DESCRIPTION:As part of being an RIC (Reconciling in Christ) Synod\, you are invited to the SEPA Synod 2022 Pride Event on June 16th at 6 p.m. eastern! This year’s event will include a panel made up of LGBTQIA+ rostered ministers addressing the questions similar to\, “Why is welcoming LGBTQ+ people important?” After the panel\, around 7 p.m.\, there will be a Service of the Word using pieces from past RIC Sunday worship resources. \nQuestions? Email Pastor Marie at pastormarie@sttimsaston.com \n\n\n\n\nDownload a flyer: SEPA Pride 2022
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/sepa-pride-event/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Marie Sager":MAILTO:pastormarie@sttimsaston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220517T151054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T151122Z
UID:15071-1655541000-1655564400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Yoga Retreat Benefits Sanctuary Village
DESCRIPTION:Sanctuary Village\, a non-profit providing the means for people to transition out of chronic homelessness through a community of tiny houses\, is offering a Yoga Retreat Fundraiser on Saturday\, June 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Hatfield. Enjoy a peaceful day of yoga and the opportunity to experience the joy of movement through 4 different yoga practices. Suitable for all levels! \n\nRegister at https://www.tinyhousecommunity.org\nDownload a poster
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/yoga-retreat-benefits-sanctuary-village/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, Hatfield\, 40 South Main Street\, Hatfield\, PA\, 19440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220802T142606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T145715Z
UID:15289-1661886000-1661889600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:“SAYING THANKS” WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:SAYING THANKS” WORKSHOP SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 30 AT 7:00 P.M. AT REDEEMER\, JAMISON AND ON ZOOM. \nHow often do you say “thanks?”  How do you say “thanks?”  These are just some of the questions that the Synod Generosity Team will answer at its FREE workshop on Tuesday evening\, August 30 at 7:00 p.m.   You can either attend in-person at Redeemer Lutheran Church\, 2100 York Road\, Jamison\, PA\, OR you can attend virtually. \nWhile the event is FREE\, you need to register for the event by August 15 so we can properly plan and prepare.  Register by clicking this link: https://community.ministrylink.org/saying-thanks-workshop .   Thank you for considering this opportunity to extend your ministry.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/saying-thanks-workshop/
LOCATION:Redeemer Lutheran Church\, Jamison\, Jamison\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220824T153421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T154115Z
UID:15308-1662456600-1662462000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Vitality Team Training: Cultivating Generations of Generosity
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Generations of Generosity – in partnership with GSB Consulting and ELCA Churchwide offices \nTrainings that are being offered via churchwide to help congregations develop a year round stewardship appeal process that cultivates a deep and abiding sense of Generosity in the membership of the congregation.   \n\nTuesday September 6th\nVIRTUAL SESSION #2\nAn Effective\, Inspiring Stewardship Appeal
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-team-training-cultivating-generosity/2022-09-06/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220912T203652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T185216Z
UID:15417-1663254000-1663254000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:How to Increase Fall Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Vanco\, an ELCA preferred vendor for eGiving\, invites you to attend their webinar\, “4 Simple Steps for Increasing Stewardship.” This session will be presented by Keith Mundy of Vanco Faith on Thursday\, Sept. 15\, at 2 p.m. Central time . Here’s what you’ll be learning: \n\nHow to improve your financial call and inspire greater generosity.\nHow to incorporate storytelling to strengthen your ask.\nHow to encourage donations through Vanco Online.\nHow easy it is for your congregation to use Vanco Online to meet giving goals.\n\nGet all the details about why Vanco is an ELCA preferred vendor and register for this webinar opportunity today!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/how-to-increase-fall-stewardship/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220824T154033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T184805Z
UID:15310-1663579800-1663585200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Vitality Team Training: Cultivating Generations of Generosity
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Generations of Generosity – in partnership with GSB Consulting and ELCA Churchwide offices \nTrainings that are being offered via churchwide to help congregations develop a year round stewardship appeal process that cultivates a deep and abiding sense of Generosity in the membership of the congregation.   \n\nMonday September 19th\nVIRTUAL SESSION #3\nSharing Stories of Generosity\, Achieving a Strong Response (Part 1)
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-team-training-cultivating-generations-of-generosity/2022-09-19/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220920T163123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T163258Z
UID:15563-1664031600-1664038800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Life of Faith
DESCRIPTION:Cohort gatherings for the congregations who are participating currently in the Life of Faith process. For information contact Pastor Bryan Penman\, bpenman@sepa.org
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/life-of-faith/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Synod Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220926T153649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T161730Z
UID:15635-1664449200-1664452800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Medical Perspectives on Public Health Concerns
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Tim Babinchak will join us this Thursday\, September 29\, at 11 a.m. to offer perspectives on the health concerns affecting our communities. How should we view the affect of COVID\, monkeypox\, the upcoming flu season\, and other public health concerns when planning for our congregations.\n\nIf you have a specific question\, please email it to comms@sepa.org in advance.\n\n\nJoin us Thursday at 11 a.m. at https://bit.ly/sepacomms.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/medical-perspectives-on-public-health-concerns/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Communications,Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221001
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220920T154023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T154024Z
UID:15532-1664496000-1664582399@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Forward Together in Faith Grant Applications
DESCRIPTION:Deadline is September 30. \nOur Synod is offering grants to congregations and leaders in 2022-23 for new initiatives and ministries that support the emphases of the Forward Together in Faith Campaign. In all\, more than $217\,000 in grants have been awarded to congregations over the last three years. \nGet all the details and download the application at https://ministrylink.org/congregational-vitality/forward-together-in-faith-grants/.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/deadline-for-forward-together-in-faith-grant-applications/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forward Together in Faith":MAILTO:campaign@sepa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220915T130349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T130808Z
UID:15456-1664650800-1664661600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening - Addiction and Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, Lansdale\, is sponsoring a screening of “Right Before Your Eyes\,” a faith-based film about addiction and recovery\, on Saturday\, October 1\, at 7:15 p.m. in the sanctuary. A Q&A with the film’s director will follow the screening. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. A free-will offering will be accepted. \nDownload: Movie Screening Ad – 10-1-22
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/film-screening-addiction-and-recovery/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, Lansdale\, 1000 W. Main St.\, Lansdale\, PA\, 19446\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220914T185652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T185124Z
UID:15449-1664712000-1664722800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Harvest Festival & Fundraiser to Benefit Sanctuary Village
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Harvest Festival and Fundraiser to benefit Sanctuary Village\, Philadelphia’s future tiny house community\, on Saturday\, October 2\, 2022 from noon to 3 pm at Resurrection Lutheran Church\, 620 Welsh Road\, Horsham\, PA 19044. \nTickets are $25 and 100% of proceeds go to Sanctuary Village. \nEnjoy: \n\nLive Acoustic Music\nFood Truck\nBeer Tasting & Wine Tasting\nSpecialty Auction Baskets – Silent Auction – 100% to Sanctuary Village\n\nDownload: Fall Festival 2022-Flyer \n \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/harvest-festival-fundraiser-to-benefit-sanctuary-village/
LOCATION:Resurrection Lutheran Church\, 620 Welsh Road\, Horsham\, PA\, 19044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220824T154344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T154344Z
UID:15313-1664789400-1664794800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Vitality Team Training: Cultivating Generations of Generosity
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Generations of Generosity – in partnership with GSB Consulting and ELCA Churchwide offices \nTrainings that are being offered via churchwide to help congregations develop a year round stewardship appeal process that cultivates a deep and abiding sense of Generosity in the membership of the congregation.   \n\nMonday October 3rd\nVIRTUAL SESSION #4\nAchieving a Strong Response (Part 2)
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-team-training-cultivating-generations-of-generosity-2/2022-10-03/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221007
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220920T150530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T151729Z
UID:15516-1665014400-1665100799@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Fall Vitality Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Is your congregation ready to take the next step (even a small step!!) to revitalize or renew?  Our Synod is participating in a series of Vitality Trainings here this fall with folks from across the ELCA. This training is great for pastor and a team of folks to take together to bring clarity about your own congregation’s mission\, how to live in the community and build vital and key relationships. Facilitated by my fellow DEM Nancy Nyland\, this is the third time they have offered this WONDERFUL opportunity for FREE!!!! \nThe four session are being offered October 6th and 20th and November 3rd and 17th\, but even if you can’t make those dates work\, sign up to at least get the emailed recordings! Each session is offered twice daily (so you choose the one that works best) 1:30pm – 3pm (eastern) & 7:30pm – 9pm (eastern). \nTo register – visit this link: https://ministrylink.org/vitality-fall-22 (Our SEPA Synod is 7F when you get to the list of synods) \nAs always\, I look forward to the ways the Spirit will bless our time together this fall and equip the saints for the work of ministry! If you have questions about this training or any of our other equipping events\, please let me know:  bpenman@sepa.org / 267.323.3756
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-trainings/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,ELCA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220719T201239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T140431Z
UID:15275-1665219600-1665237600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:In God's Image: Shaping Your Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open!\n\nSoutheastern Pennsylvania Synod’s Annual Event\, In God’s Image: Shaping Your Ministry to be Inclusive and Safe for LGBTQIA+ Folk\, will be held on Saturday\, October 8\, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm\, at St. Luke Lutheran Church\, Devon. \nJamie Bruesehoff [https://www.jamiebruesehoff.com/] will be the keynote speaker. Workshops will be held on worship\, mental health\, churchwide assembly actions\, healthcare\, the RIC process\, and more! \nRegistration is open! https://community.ministrylink.org/2022ingodsimage \nFollow us on Facebook for updates and resources year round! https://www.facebook.com/ingodsimagesepa \nContact ingodsimagesepa@gmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/in-gods-image-shaping-your-ministry/
LOCATION:St. Luke Lutheran Church\, Devon\, 203 N. Valley Forge Road\, Devon\, 19333
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221012
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220912T200255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T200255Z
UID:15397-1665360000-1665532799@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Free Webinars: Enfleshing Witness
DESCRIPTION:Free registration via Church Anew. \nOver the course of two days we will witness creatives\, storytellers\, musicians\, preachers\, poets\, teachers enflesh the meaning of grief and hopeful longing as a practice of homegoing. We long to experience\, to remember\, to revive\, to breathe the traditions of those places that ground us\, sing to us\, and hold us. Join us for Enfleshing Witness 2022\, a free\, virtual event. \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/free-webinars-enfleshing-witness/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220916T152954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T153404Z
UID:15488-1665478800-1665500400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Kindling Faith: Redevelopment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What is the difference between a thriving and vital congregation and one that struggles to connect with and meet the needs of its community? Successful mission starts\, vibrant redeveloped congregations and community-centered churches with active growth and clarity of mission share their pathways to Gospel-inspired active ministry in this one-day retreat for rostered leaders and members of congregational leadership teams. \nThis workshop on October 11\, 2022 is from 9 am to 3 pm at the Gettysburg Campus of United Lutheran Seminary or online. Facilitators are The Rev. Carla Christopher\, an ordained redevelopment and community engagement pastor in the ELCA\, and Rev. Matthew Best\, pastor of St. Stephen Lutheran Church in New Kingstown\, PA. It is ideal for leaders in congregations of all sizes and varying locations—from rural to urban. The experience of this multicultural and cross-country group of success stories reveals that vital congregations are not a thing of the past\, but a practical and accessible plan for the future. Download brochure. \n$25 in person (includes lunch)\, $10 online. \nTo register\, please click here or use QR code provided. \nThrough first person stories\, interactive discernment exercises and practical tips\, participants will complete their day equipped to move forward with a fresh understanding of the common traits all the involved vital congregations share; entrepreneurial ministry and equity-based stewardship\, authentic community partnership\, uplifting leaders from within congregational community\, adapting mission style for context\, and minimizing resource drain through using technology and best practice procedure in a useful way.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/kindling-faith-redevelopment-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Roster
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220922T145643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T145741Z
UID:15598-1665514800-1665520200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Sharing Your Faith Authentically On Facebook
DESCRIPTION:Liking\, commenting\, and sharing on Facebook is a means of evangelism and outreach. In this training session learn why you may want to share your faith online and how to do it authentically! This training is for lay people of all ages (and rostered ministers) to empower you to share your faith with your Facebook feed. \nHark! The Herald Facebookers Sing! Is offered by the Southeastern Synod\, ELCA\, on Tuesday\, Oct. 11\, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register here for this free training.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/sharing-your-faith-authentically-on-facebook/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Communications,Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220920T155050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T155050Z
UID:15531-1665829800-1665840600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Vitality Team Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For information contact Pastor Bryan Penman\, bpenman@sepa.org
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-team-meeting-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220916T155613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T155635Z
UID:15491-1666015200-1666026000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Implicit Bias Training
DESCRIPTION:United Lutheran Seminary is sponsoring Implicit Bias Training with Stacey Waters of the Pennsylvania Human Rights Commission. This workshop is being offered free of charge via zoom or in person. The first event will be in the Brossman Center of the Philadelphia Campus on October 17th at 2 pm. The second event will be at the Wentz Library on the Gettysburg Campus on October 18th at 7 pm. Again\, both events will have a zoom component. \n\nDownload Brochure.\nTraining is free and open to the public in person or via zoom.\nRegister here or by scanning this QR code ➡︎
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/implicit-bias-training/2022-10-17/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Roster
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221021
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220920T150730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T151648Z
UID:15521-1666224000-1666310399@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Fall Vitality Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Is your congregation ready to take the next step (even a small step!!) to revitalize or renew?  Our Synod is participating in a series of Vitality Trainings here this fall with folks from across the ELCA. This training is great for pastor and a team of folks to take together to bring clarity about your own congregation’s mission\, how to live in the community and build vital and key relationships. Facilitated by my fellow DEM Nancy Nyland\, this is the third time they have offered this WONDERFUL opportunity for FREE!!!! \nThe four session are being offered October 6th and 20th and November 3rd and 17th\, but even if you can’t make those dates work\, sign up to at least get the emailed recordings! Each session is offered twice daily (so you choose the one that works best) 1:30pm – 3pm (eastern) & 7:30pm – 9pm (eastern). \nTo register – visit this link: https://ministrylink.org/vitality-fall-22 (Our SEPA Synod is 7F when you get to the list of synods) \nAs always\, I look forward to the ways the Spirit will bless our time together this fall and equip the saints for the work of ministry! If you have questions about this training or any of our other equipping events\, please let me know:  bpenman@sepa.org / 267.323.3756
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-trainings-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,ELCA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220824T154728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T155544Z
UID:15315-1666603800-1666609200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Vitality Team Training: Cultivating Generations of Generosity
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Generations of Generosity – in partnership with GSB Consulting and ELCA Churchwide offices \nTrainings that are being offered via churchwide to help congregations develop a year round stewardship appeal process that cultivates a deep and abiding sense of Generosity in the membership of the congregation.   \n\nMonday October 24th\nVIRTUAL SESSION #5\nSharing Results and an Effective Follow-Up
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-team-training-cultivating-generations-of-generosity-3/2022-10-24/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221104
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220920T150808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T160712Z
UID:15523-1667433600-1667519999@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Fall Vitality Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Is your congregation ready to take the next step (even a small step!!) to revitalize or renew?  Our Synod is participating in a series of Vitality Trainings here this fall with folks from across the ELCA. This training is great for pastor and a team of folks to take together to bring clarity about your own congregation’s mission\, how to live in the community and build vital and key relationships. Facilitated by my fellow DEM Nancy Nyland\, this is the third time they have offered this WONDERFUL opportunity for FREE!!!! \nThe four session are being offered October 6th and 20th and November 3rd and 17th\, but even if you can’t make those dates work\, sign up to at least get the emailed recordings! Each session is offered twice daily (so you choose the one that works best) 1:30pm – 3pm (eastern) & 7:30pm – 9pm (eastern). \nTo register – visit this link: https://ministrylink.org/vitality-fall-22 (Our SEPA Synod is 7F when you get to the list of synods) \nAs always\, I look forward to the ways the Spirit will bless our time together this fall and equip the saints for the work of ministry! If you have questions about this training or any of our other equipping events\, please let me know:  bpenman@sepa.org / 267.323.3756
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-trainings-3/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,ELCA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220920T155153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T155202Z
UID:15537-1667845800-1667849400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Vitality Team Meeting
DESCRIPTION:For information contact Pastor Bryan Penman\, bpenman@sepa.org
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-team-meetings/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Synod Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091943
CREATED:20220824T155948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T160052Z
UID:15317-1668418200-1668423600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Vitality Team Training: Cultivating Generations of Generosity
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Generations of Generosity – in partnership with GSB Consulting and ELCA Churchwide offices \nTrainings that are being offered via churchwide to help congregations develop a year round stewardship appeal process that cultivates a deep and abiding sense of Generosity in the membership of the congregation.   \n\nMonday November 14th\nVIRTUAL SESSION #6\nFinishing the Year Strong
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-team-training-cultivating-generations-of-generosity-4/2022-11-14/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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