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SUMMARY:Kindling Faith: Soul Care
DESCRIPTION:Christ calls us into a resurrected life filled with grace\, hope and love. We are grounded in a loving relationship with God and one another. Many of us feel spiritually tired and drained\, longing for connection with God and one another. As baptized children of God\, we are called to care for one another. Kindling Faith is working with the Lower Susquehanna Synod to create this sacred time and space together. \nUnited Lutheran Seminary and the Lower Susquehanna Synod are partnering with The Rev. Dr. Gary Neal Hansen\, author of Kneeling with Giants\, for an intentional season of soul care. Beginning late September\, we will gather in-person and online for days of spiritual retreat and refreshment. This invitation is for anyone desiring to grow deeper in their relationship with God. \nThis multi-day event is for the weary and worn. Come and rest with colleagues and friends and find hope and renewal for the journey. Schedule: \n\nSeptember 29\, 2022\, 9 am- Noon; via zoom (free intro. session) \nNovember 3\, 2022\, 8:45 am – 3:30 pm; St. Stephen Lutheran Church\, New Kingston\, PA\nDecember 8\, 2022\, 9:30 am – 3 pm; ULS Gettysburg Campus\nJanuary 19\, 2023; 9 am – 11 am; via zoom\nMarch 9\, 2023; 9:30 am – 3 pm; ULS Gettysburg Campus\nJune 8\, 2023; 9:30 am – 3 pm; ULS Gettysburg Campus\nSeptember 14\, 2023\, group reunion (tentative)\n\nCost is $450.00 per person (LSS rostered leaders get $100 discount). Registration closes one week prior to the workshop. Overnight accommodations available. \nFor more information\, email Marty Shifflett at mshifflett@lss-elca.org or call 717-652-1852 ext. 115
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/kindling-faith-soul-care/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T120000
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221003
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T151956Z
UID:15254-1664496000-1664755199@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Women's Retreat hosted by Bear Creek Camp
DESCRIPTION:Surround yourself with the beauty of nature and fellowship for an uplifting time at Bear Creek Camp \nThis retreat is designed to provide women with an opportunity to enjoy time both individually and collectively\, participate in creative activities\, explore outdoors\, have time for rest and renewal\, and be in the beauty of God’s creation in a peaceful setting. \nClick Here to Register! – Registration Will Open July 11\, 2022!\nFor more information about the event: Bear Creek Camp » Women’s Retreat \n\n\n\nBear Creek Camp » Women’s Retreat \nCONTACT INFORMATION; Mailing Address: PO Box 278\, Bear Creek\, PA 18602 Physical Address: 3601 Bear Creek Blvd\, Wilkes-Barre\, PA 18702 Phone: 570-472-3741 \nbearcreekcamp.org
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/womens-retreat-hosted-by-bear-creek-camp/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Camp\, 3601 Bear Creek Blvd\, Wilkes Barre\, 18702
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221001
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forward Together in Faith":MAILTO:campaign@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221003T110000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221007
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,ELCA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20221004T173357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T190227Z
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SUMMARY:Installation. The Rev. Christian McMullan
DESCRIPTION:The Rev. Christian McMullan will be installed as Senior Pastor of St. Matthew Lutheran Church\, Chester Springs\, PA on Thursday\, October 6\, 2022 at 7:00pm. Bishop Davenport will be doing the installing. The church is located at 2440 Conestoga Road\, Chester Springs\, PA 19425.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/installation-the-rev-christian-mcmullan/
LOCATION:St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church\, Chester Springs\, 2440 Conestoga Road\, Chester Springs\, PA\, 19425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ordinations and Installations,Roster
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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:20260403T163450
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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:20260403T163450
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/
CATEGORIES:Communications,Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20221007T150545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T150915Z
UID:15714-1665658800-1665664200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Ministry in the New Abnormal
DESCRIPTION:Join your peers and Pastors Bob Fisher\, Jonathan Suloff and/or Sue Lang for an informal time of learning\, sharing\, and mutual support. \nFor rostered ministers\, church communicators\, parish admins\, tech teams\, worship leaders\, musicians\, re-opening committees\, councils…anyone navigating new ways of being\, leading\, scheduling\, and planning church in the time of the pandemic. \nJoin us on Zoom at https://bit.ly/sepacomms.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/ministry-in-the-new-abnormal/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221016T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221016T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220912T200716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T135955Z
UID:15402-1665928800-1665934200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Installation: The Rev. Kayla Sadowy
DESCRIPTION:The Rev. Kayla Sadowy will be installed as pastor of Grace Lutheran Church\, Broomall\, on October 16 at 2 p.m. \nThe Church is located at 2191 West Chester Pike\, Broomall\, PA 19008. gracebroomall.org. For information call the church at 610.356.1824.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/installation-the-rev-kayla-sadowy/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, Broomall\, 2191 West Chester Pike\, Broomall\, PA\, 19008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ordinations and Installations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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:20260403T163450
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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,ELCA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20221005T134248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T134248Z
UID:15680-1666432800-1666447200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity - Reforestation
DESCRIPTION:New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church is requesting assistance from volunteers to help plant native trees and shrubs as part of a reforestation project. The project is designed to protect and enhance wetland habitat in the Minister Creek Watershed. \nDate:              Saturday\, October 22\nTime:              10:00AM – 2:00PM\nLocation:        New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 2941 Lutheran Rd.\, Gilbertsville\, PA 19525 \nTo register\, please email: Pastor Scott Staub at psstaub@gmail.com \nDownload: ECO Theology – Reforestation Volunteer Project Flyer for NHELC \nTools\, instructions and refreshments will be provided to all volunteers. \nAdvance registration is required to receive project updates and/or notification of event postponement in the event of adverse weather. \nThis restoration project was made possible by the TreeVitalize Watersheds Grant program\,\nmanaged by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society\, with funding from the Pennsylvania\nDepartment of Environmental Protection’s Growing Greener program\, PECO\, and Aqua\nPennsylvania for projects located within its source water protection zones.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/volunteer-opportunity-reforestation/
LOCATION:New Hanover Lutheran Church\, 2941 Lutheran Road\, Gilbertsville\, PA\, 19525\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Scott Staub":MAILTO:psstaub@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220916T161358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T161358Z
UID:15500-1666551600-1666558800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Kindling Faith: Transgender and Lutheran
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a delightful presentation by Dr. Stephanie Dykes\, an ELCA Lutheran who advocates on behalf of the transgender community. \nSunday\, October 23\, 2022 at 7 pm EST via zoom. \nCost: $10 \nTo register\, please click here or use QR code provided ➡︎ \nDr. Stephanie Dykes is an out and proud transwoman\, living in Seattle\, Washington\, where she works as the executive director of institutional effectiveness at North Seattle College. Dr. Dykes has over 40 years’ work experience in education and business. \nShe earned her Ph.D. in educational research and measurement and her Master of Arts in teaching from the University of South Carolina. She completed her undergraduate work in history and business administration from Clemson University. \nDr. Dykes has spoken at numerous conferences in the United States and Canada on the topics of gender and women’s studies as well as institutional research. She has spoken at colleges and universities across the United States about her experiences as a transgender woman. \nDr. Dykes is the father of a 29-year-old son\, and she sings bass with the Seattle Men’s Chorus. Dr. Dykes is a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church in Kirkland\, Washington\, where she is a featured soloist.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/kindling-faith-transgender-and-lutheran/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220824T154728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T155544Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221027
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220916T160847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T160847Z
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SUMMARY:1522/2022: Lutheranism and the Status Quo
DESCRIPTION:United Lutheran Seminary is sponsoring its annual Luther Colloquy with featured speakers President Guy Erwin\, Dr. Volker Leppin\, Dr. Monica Melancthon\, and Dr. Amy Nelson Burnett speaking on the topic of “Lutheranism and the Status Quo.” Wednesday October 26th on the Gettysburg campus. Livestream is available. \nThe year 1522 was decisive in the history of the Reformation—Luther repudiated the push for rapid\, iconoclastic changes to worship led by his one-time ally Andreas Bodenstein von Karlstadt\, aligned himself with a prince-led Reformation\, and published his prayer book and his translation of the New Testament to shape the piety of the “common person.” This year’s Luther Colloquy examines how Luther secured the endurance of the Lutheran Reformation and asks what we can learn for good or for ill. How did Lutheranism establish itself as the status quo and what resources for a theological challenge to the status quo remained and remain? \nRegistration fee: $15. \nLunch fee: $15 \nFor more information and to register\, please click here or use QR code ➡︎
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/1522-2022-lutheranism-and-the-status-quo/
LOCATION:ULS Gettysburg Campus
CATEGORIES:Roster
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20221018T141047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T215220Z
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SUMMARY:How Should We Respond to Christian Nationalism?
DESCRIPTION:The Rise of Christian Nationalism in Public Life— How Shall We Respond? \nThe Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields will host a Zoom presentation and dialogue on Tuesday\, November 1 at 7 pm with Dr. Philip Gorski\, a sociologist at Yale University\, and co-author of the new book “The Flag and the Cross: White Christian Nationalism and the Threat to American Democracy.” \nPlease join in-person for this timely conversation\, just one week in advance of the November 8 elections. Join in-person at St. Martin’s\, 8000 St. Martin’s Lane\, Philadelphia\, PA 19118. \nRSVP for the November 1st Event Here.  Note: The speaker will Zoom in\, and you are invited to join in person at St. Martin’s. \n“For anyone who is concerned about the future of religion and democracy in America…this book is essential reading.” (Dr. Anthea Butler\, Penn State University).  All are welcome\, for in-depth learning and respectful conversation. This presentation is part of the ongoing works of love ministries at St. Martin’s prompted in June by the Supreme Court’s radical reversal of Roe v. Wade. \nFor more information contact the church at https://www.stmartinec.org/contact-us/ or at 215.247.7466.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/how-to-respond-to-christian-nationalism/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Witness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221104
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220920T150808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T160712Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,ELCA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Synod Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20221028T190511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T161659Z
UID:15846-1667851200-1667854800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Anoint the Vote 2022
DESCRIPTION:This virtual event will be hosted byBlack Clergy of Philadelphia and Vicinity and POWER and will feature Pre-Election Day Prayers by the Faithful. You may join the event via Facebook: www.facebook.com/forumphilly
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/anoint-the-vote-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20221017T174330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T174330Z
UID:15789-1668272400-1668283200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Fundraiser: The Drive for 1\,000 Desks for Honduras
DESCRIPTION:Emmanuel Lutheran Church\, Souderton\, invites you to a Central American Food and Cultural Festival on Saturday\, November 12\, 5-8 p.m. at the church\, 69 W. Broad St.\, Souderton PA\, 18964. This event benefits the rebuilding of 1\,000 student desks destroyed by hurricanes in Santa Barbara Honduras in 2020. \nThe festival features home-made food\, folk dancing\, local celebrity singer from Santa Barbara\, Honduras\, and Central American handcrafts (for sale). \n\n\n\n\nTickets – $56. (Sponsors 4 rebuilt desks for students in need) \n\n\n\n\nTo Purchase Tickets: \n\nOnline: https://donorbox.org/events/366461\nE-Mail: emmanuel@emmanuellutheranchurch.net\nPhone: 215-723-7514 (leave voice message)\n\nDownload Information Sheet
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/fundraiser-the-drive-for-1000-desks-for-honduras/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Lutheran Church\, Souderton\, 69 W. Broad Street\, Souderton\, PA\, 18964\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221117
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220614T164049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T151040Z
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SUMMARY:Rostered Ministers Equipping Event
DESCRIPTION:Reimagine. Renew. Rejoice\n10am Monday\, November 14 – 1pm Wednesday\, November 16\, 2022\nUnited Lutheran Seminary\, Philadelphia Campus\nHybrid Event\nCost: Free! This is our gift to you!\n \nRegister Now\nWe are excited to announce the Rostered Minister Equipping Event for 2022!  Join SEPA Synod Rostered Ministers for a “Choose-Your-Own-Adventure” convocation\, intended to help you reimagine\, renew\, and rejoice.  This event features a keynote speech by our own Bishop\, alongside opportunities to engage with online and in-person workshops presented by Lena Glickman\, Brandi Miller\, and Dale Selover\, across topics of spiritual direction\, self-care\, storytelling\, and more.  Opportunities for fellowship\, worship\, good food\, prayer\, time with the Bishop\, hiking and nature walks\, knitting\, meditation\, and more will also be available.  Whether you’d rather spend more time in workshops or with colleagues\, you can build your own experience from the offerings presented.  Come and see! \n\n\nIf you are interested in staying overnight in the vicinity\, you may contact United Lutheran Seminary (717-338-3000) or the Chestnut Hill Hotel (215-242-5905) for accommodations of your choosing.  The cost of the rooms or hotel will not be covered by the synod.\n \n\nWe are creating this event for in-person or online participation.  For the in-person event\, masking and testing will be required\, except when eating.  \n\n\n \nA complete schedule will be available in the coming weeks\, with workshop titles and summaries.  Zoom Q&A sessions will be held on October 3 at 11am and 7pm.  Join the sessions at this link.\n\n \nQuestions or concerns?  Please contact Lauren Bruno at pastorlaurenbruno@gmail.com.\n\n\nSchedule: RME2 \nNovember 14-16\, 2022 \nULS Philadelphia Campus \nMonday\, November 14 \nIndividual Direction available with Dale Selover – 45-minute blocks \n\n10am: Gathering & registration (BROSSMAN HALL)\n\nBreakfast\n\n\n11am: Bishop’s address (BENBOW)\n\nWelcome\nPrayer and call to gather\nKevin: Introduce event\n\n\n12pm: Lunch\n\nRecommended: High Point Café & Iron Hill Pub and Brewery\n\n\n2pm: Workshops\n\nDale Selover (in-person) (BENBOW B)\nLena Glickman (online) (Room 320)\n\n\n4pm: Adventure!\n\nHappy Hour at Iron Hill Pub (meet Joey Klinger at the Brossman front desk at 3:30pm)\nCoffee & pastries at the Night Kitchen (meet at the Brossman front desk)\n\n\n\n  \nTuesday\, November 15 \n\n9am: Gather & breakfast (BENBOW)\n\nShort Worship\n\n\n10am: Workshop\n\nLena Glickman (In-person) (BENBOW B)\nDale Selover (Online) (Room 320)\n\n\n12pm: Lunch\n\nRecommended: McMenamin’s & Jyoti\n\n\n2pm: Workshops\n\nBrandi Miller (in-person) (BOARD ROOM)\nOnline: Opportunities for one-on-one conversations with the Bishop\n2-5pm: Dungeons & Dragons with Axel Kaegler (6 maximum) (LULL LOUNGE)\n\n\n3:15pm: Adventure!\n\nMorris Arboretum (meet Lauren Bruno at the Brossman front desk)\nUncle Bobbie’s Bookstore & Café (meet at the Brossman front desk)\n\n\n5pm: Dinner & online Happy Hour\n\n  \nWednesday\, November 16 \n\n9am: Gather & breakfast (BENBOW)\n\nShort Worship\n\n\n10am: Workshop block & Activities\n\nBrandi Miller (online)\nTake Time for Prayer Stations:\n\nPrayerful Coloring in Lull Lounge\nWalk the Prayer Labyrinth in the Library\nPrayer space in the Chapel\n\n\nTime with the Bishop (Please sign up for a slot)\nKnitting with Sarah Aasheim (prayer shawls\, hats\, etc.) (LULL LOUNGE)\nHike in Wissahickon Park (meet Lauren Bruno at Brossman front desk)\n\n\n11:30am: Lunch\n\nRecommended: Mi Puebla & Golden Crust Pizza\n\n\n1pm: Closing worship with Eucharist (CHAPEL)\n\nDon’t forget that the Labyrinth and Chapel will be open all three days for prayer and reflection.  We’ve built free time into this schedule so that you can stop by.  You might even find the Bishop there\, and she’d be happy to pray with you. \n\n\nRegister now!\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/rostered-ministers-equipping-event/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary – Philadelphia\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Roster
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221119
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220923T154000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T161846Z
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SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence and Human Relations Skills within Faith Based Systems
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/emotional-intelligence-and-human-relations-skills-within-faith-based-systems/
LOCATION:Mar Lu Ridge Conference Center\, 3200 Mar Lu Ridge Rd\, Jefferson\, Maryland\, 21755
ORGANIZER;CN="Roy Oswald":MAILTO:roymoswald21@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163450
CREATED:20220824T155948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T160052Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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