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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200913T110000
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SUMMARY:In These Times: A Prayer Walk For The World
DESCRIPTION:In these times as our world hurts\, Reformation Lutheran Church in Media is planning a prayer walk for September 13\, 2020\, with a rain date September 20\, 2020. The walk will take place from 11am to 4 pm outside on the church grounds. There will be 12 prayer stations (children and education\, barriers\, our environment\, recreation\, housing and food insecurities\, first responders\, and essential workers\, diversity\, our military\, healing\, taking our light into the world\, to discern where we are being called\, seasons of our life). Some stations will have a simple activity to go along with that station.\n\nWe hope that this day will provide participants an outlet for healing in these troubled times. We are inviting you\, your congregation and the community to participate. For questions/information please contact Deacon Beth Barkhau at DeaconBeth@relcmedia.org.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/in-these-times-a-prayer-walk-for-the-world/
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200926
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
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UID:11748-1600732800-1601078399@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Urban Theological Institute 40th Anniversary Virtual Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Urban Theological Institute Celebrates 40 years\n“Celebrating our Past . . . Embracing our Future”\nFrom September 22-25\, 2020\, UTI will hold a virtual 40th year celebration featuring the annual UTI lecture\, annual UTI sermon\, chapel worship and piano concert. All events will be featured on the ULS YouTube channel. \n9/22/2020 at 11:45AM – Annual UTI Lecture with Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley\, Senior Pastor\, Alfred Street Baptist Church\, Alexandria\, VA\n9/23/2020 at 11:45AM – Alumni Chapel Worship with Bishop Patricia Ann Curtis Davenport\, Fifth Bishop of the SE Synod of of the ELCA\n9/23/2020 at 7:00PM – Annual UTI Sermon with Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley\n9/25/2020 at 7:00PM – Piano concert with Scott O. Cumberbatch\, Minister of Music\, Mt. Calvary Baptist Church\, Englewood\, NJ \nView the UTI40 flyer. \nGet full information at uls.edu/uti40 \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/urban-theological-institute-40th-anniversary-virtual-celebration/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20200916T142727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T143006Z
UID:11792-1600934400-1600966800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Addiction & Race: Generations of Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Addiction and drug policy in America are inextricably linked to race. In this seminar\, we’ll dive into the dynamics of racial injustice\, trauma\, and oppression that contribute to addiction rates. We’ll also look at \n \n  \n the ongoing racial disparities in policing and incarceration that perpetuate inequality and fail to address the root causes of addiction and the potential negative consequences of drug use.   \nIf you are working to lead your congregation or community through issues of racial justice\, this webinar will be a valuable resource. \nThe link to register for the Sept. 24th webinar is https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9416001257644/WN_ZtYXWEOnTaCJMmbdV6sPGA \nJoin Sam Simmons\, Alcohol and Drug Counselor specializing in the areas of Anger Management\, Chemical Dependency\, and Pain Management and working with the African American community\, Timothy McMahan King\, author of Addiction Nation\, and Ed Treat\, executive director of The Center of Addiction & Faith\, for this important conversation on Sept. 24\, 2020 at noon Eastern Time. 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/addiction-race-generations-of-trauma/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20200909T160157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T160157Z
UID:11779-1600963200-1600972200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/synod-council-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200924T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20200909T155951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T155951Z
UID:11776-1600977600-1600984800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:ELCA World Hunger Online Benefit
DESCRIPTION:Hunger in the Time of COVID-19: Life for Today and Hope for Tomorrow\n\nRick Steves\, guidebook author and travel TV host; the Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton\, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA); and the Rev. Shelley Bryan Wee\, bishop of the ELCA Northwest Washington Synod\, invite you to an online benefit — the first of its kind — for ELCA World Hunger. Our goal is to raise $250\,000 to confront hunger in the time of COVID-19.\n\nWhen: Thursday\, Sept. 24\, 7 pm Central time\nWhere: Zoom virtual event\n\nRegister now!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/elca-world-hunger-online-benefit/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20200930T170822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T170822Z
UID:11904-1602183600-1602187200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Christmas Pageants
DESCRIPTION:Leader -Debbie Kolacki and Karen Smith \nLearn about different Christmas Pageants that are well suited for online\, zoom\, “covid-era” adaptations \nDebbie Kolacki and Karen Smith are church educators and PRC consultants.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/free-webinar-christmas-pageants/
CATEGORIES:Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201010T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20200909T150359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200909T150359Z
UID:11759-1602320400-1602333000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:In God's Image: Making Ministries Friendly to LGBTQIA+ Persons
DESCRIPTION: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?\n\nThis year’s In God’s Image event will be a virtual resource sharing day! RSVP to get all of the updates and plan to join us online on October 10! A great way to kick off the weekend of National Coming Out Day!  In God’s Image is a day of Resources\, Conversation\, and Holy Imagination to better equip you and your ministry for just such work. Sponsored by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod\, ELCA\, this day is open to anyone who want to learn and grow in their ministry!\n\nLike us on Facebook!\nRSVP to our Virtual Event
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/in-gods-image-making-ministries-friendly-to-lgbtqia-persons/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20200930T171040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T171411Z
UID:11906-1603393200-1603396800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Cradle Roll: Ministry with Babies and Their Families in a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Debbie Kolacki & Elizabeth Christie \nJesus loves the little children and so does the church! How do we share the love of God with babies and families when nurseries and play and pray groups are functioning differently? Join us for webinar full of great resources for families that will work in all seasons.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/cradle-roll-ministry-with-babies-and-their-families-in-a-pandemic/
CATEGORIES:Youth Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20201014T134826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T134826Z
UID:11957-1603983600-1603987200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship: Online Giving
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to be more effective with online/electronic giving opportunities and discover FREE resources for congregational and leadership education.  Discover how you can be part of an ELCA Pilot program – “Six Weeks on Money”. Hosted by Rev. Larry Smoose and Rev. Dr. William Flippin Jr. \nRegister at the link below to receive instructions to join this Zoom meeting: \nREGISTER NOW > \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/stewardship-online-giving/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mercedes Lee":MAILTO:mlee@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20201002T131304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T131304Z
UID:11908-1604136600-1604142000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Ordination. Ralen M. Robinson
DESCRIPTION:Please join us virtually for the Ordination of Ralen. M. Robinson. Ralen has been called to the Central States Synod.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/ordination-ralen-m-robinson/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201120
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20201016T145423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T190507Z
UID:11970-1605571200-1605830399@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Rostered Ministers Equipping Event - "Finding Our Way Through: Cultivating Communities of Hope in Uncertain Times"
DESCRIPTION:Our featured presenter will be Dr. Dwight Zscheile\, author of The Agile Church. We will gather for a portion of time on the following days November 17 -19\, 2020.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/rostered-ministers-equipping-event-finding-our-way-through-cultivating-communities-of-hope-in-uncertain-times/
CATEGORIES:Roster
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20200708T171518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T135358Z
UID:11731-1605870000-1605875400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Communicators Call With Bob Fisher
DESCRIPTION:Join us for learning and lively conversation about technology\, digital worship\, communications\, and re-establishing in-person worship. Bring your questions\, your tips\, and what you’ve learned doing digital/hybrid ministry. \n\nClick here to join\nMeeting ID: 865460616\nPassword: 265588\n\n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/communicators-call-with-bob-fisher-2020-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Communications
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20201113T192446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T192446Z
UID:12090-1606003200-1606694399@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Feast of Justice 5K Virtual Run
DESCRIPTION:Feast of Justice is happy to introduce our very first Virtual 5K race. Simply run\, walk\, bike\, or hike in your neighborhood or on a local trail and your time and photos will be posted on our website. Run once or all 7 days to better your time. \nRun wherever you want! Complete a 5K in your neighborhood\, on a local trail\, or at a place of interest. Please remember to stay safe and social distance. The possibilities are endless. \nParticipation is any time between Sunday\, November 22nd and Sunday\, November 29th. You can do it all at once or break it into multiple days.\nSign up today. Cost is $25 per person and includes a really cool t-shirt. \nRegister: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/feastofjustice
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/feast-of-justice-5k-virtual-run/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210108T155745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T155802Z
UID:12250-1610294400-1610294400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Metropolitan New York Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Looking forward to seeing your beautiful faces on ZOOM for the annual MLK Commemoration Service – REGISTER HERE!!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/metropolitan-new-york-rev-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-commemoration/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20201218T151752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T151752Z
UID:12219-1611306000-1611334800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Having Helpful Conversations About Race in the Church-Part 4: Conversations
DESCRIPTION:(Participants must have attended previous sessions on “Context” and “Connections”) \nThis 4th educational event\, “Conversations\,” will provide ways to begin the conversation of race in the church\, with a goal of becoming effective advocates for racial justice. \nSaturday\, January 30\, 2021\, 9am – 5pm via ZOOM \nRegister by sending an email to antiracism@sepa.org\nDeadline: Friday\, January 22\, 2021\nRegistration Fee is $10 which includes materials.\n(Some scholarships are available) \n  \n*Everyone who has completed the previous sessions are urged to attend. Rostered leaders are required to complete this series.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/having-helpful-conversations-about-race-in-the-church-part-4-conversations/
ORGANIZER;CN="AntiRacism Team":MAILTO:Antiracism@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20201218T151228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T205039Z
UID:12212-1611599400-1611604800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Waking Up White
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Anti-Racism Team invites you to register for the book discussion series: “Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race” by Debbie Irving. Please read the book prior to joining the discussion. \nMonday evenings\, 6:30 pm-8:00 pm via ZOOM \nJanuary 25th\, 2021 Session 1: “Beginning your racial autobiography \nFebruary 1st\, 2021 Session 2: “What is race?” \nFebruary 8th\, 2021 Session 3: “What is racism?” \nFebruary 15th\, 2021Session 4: “Where do we go from here?” \nFor more information\, and to register for this free series\, email: Antiracism@sepa.org \nPlease read the book Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race” by Debbie Irving prior to joining our first session. The ART team has a limited amount of books available\, for more information please contact Janet Bischoff at jbischoff61@yahoo.com. \n \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/waking-up-white/2021-01-25/
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ORGANIZER;CN="AntiRacism Team":MAILTO:Antiracism@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210108T155240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T155422Z
UID:12246-1611997200-1612008000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop for Lay Eucharistic Visitors
DESCRIPTION:There is still time to sign up for upcoming LEVT classes on Jan 30th! Check out the flyer below and click on the included link to sign up today! \n \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/virtual-workshop-for-lay-eucharistic-visitors/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Menzo":MAILTO:jmenzo@libertylutheran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210208T202411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T202411Z
UID:12367-1612864800-1612868400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Kairos Time\, Chronos Time\, COVID Time: Reimagining Sabbath-Keeping in This Unusual Season
DESCRIPTION:Barbara Debski of Portico will offer a 1 hour workshop for rostered ministers on Tuesday\, Feb. 9 at 10 am.\n\nPracticing the gift of Sabbath has shaped and renewed God’s people for generations. But how do we find Sabbath in our homes when we never leave them? How do we mark the sunset that says\, “now rest” when we sit in constant light of a computer screen or smart phone? Rediscover how the simplest acts can have profound meaning in our search for well-being.\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/kairos-time-chronos-time-covid-time-reimagining-sabbath-keeping-in-this-unusual-season/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Curtis":MAILTO:ycurtis@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210208T205307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T205307Z
UID:12401-1613664000-1613673000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/synod-council-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Curtis":MAILTO:ycurtis@sepa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210306
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210208T210257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T021738Z
UID:12408-1614902400-1614988799@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Deadline: Assembly Early Registration Ends
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/deadline-assembly-early-registration-ends/
CATEGORIES:Synod Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210225T011336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T013811Z
UID:12490-1615230000-1615235400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Council Leaders' Zoom with Vice President Beasley
DESCRIPTION:Synod Vice President Tracey A. Beasley invites church council leaders to join a Zoom gathering on Monday\, March 8 from 7 to 8:30 pm. This is a time to ask questions\, network\, and share wisdom as we navigate through this pandemic time.\n \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpdOutrD0sHNH1o0iDRU-kiE7yp7bheJ5c  \n \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nREGISTER NOW .
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/council-leaders-zoom-with-vice-president-beasley/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210208T202943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T202943Z
UID:12369-1615287600-1615291200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Support for Rostered Ministers with Dr. Steve Treat
DESCRIPTION:SEPA sponsors a time of Virtual Support For Rostered Ministers with Steve Treat on \nTuesday March 9 and Thursday March 25 from 11 am to noon. Dr. Treat will address various topics including but not limited to: \n\nSelf-Care\nChallenges of Covid\nHolding onto your Differentiation\nAnxiety and Depression as we continue to pivot in Ministry\nPandemic proofing your intimate relationships\nDealing with the isolation\n\nThese conversations will build on each other. You will have the opportunity to ask Steve to address specific concerns for your life and ministry. \nRegister for both events at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIodu2tqT0pG9yapn_XZXxl4vLI6zvE96Fb \nDr. Treat has been featured on numerous television and radio programs\, and is often quoted for newspaper and magazine articles. He has co-authored two books\, Pastoral Marital Therapy and Couples in Treatment: Techniques and Approaches for Effective Practice. In addition\, he has published numerous book chapters and articles on process and content of marital and family therapy
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/virtual-support-for-rostered-ministers-with-dr-steve-treat/2021-03-09/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210302T163104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T170356Z
UID:12582-1615489200-1615494600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:One Year Changed: Faith in Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:We have been leading\, parenting\, learning\, working\, neighboring\, and simply existing within a global health crisis for over a year. It has changed the way we live our lives\, the ways we connect meaningfully with one another\, and perhaps it has also changed our faith. \n In this evening virtual retreat format\, gather with other people of faith to ponder how we might be moved into a different sort of spirituality this Lent. What have we let fall that we will never pick up again? What practices have emerged that may be meaningful far into the future? If this is truly a humanity-defining moment\, what have we learned about our species? About ourselves? About our spirits? \n With seven-minute talks from faith leaders\, activists\, artists\, and more\, we will memorialize the way this moment has shaped us and will continue to influence us. We will spend time in prayer and reflection\, considering how the Spirit might be moving all of humanity in this moment. \nFeaturing: \nDr. Valerie Bridgeman \nDr. Ulysses Burley III \nDr. Jacqueline Bussie \nRev. Emmy Kegler \nRev. Angela T. Khabeb \nRev. Dr. Fulton L. Porter III \nRozella Haydée White \nLearn More at: \nhttps://churchanew.org/events/2021/3/11/one-year-changed-faith-in-pandemic \nRegister Now for FREE Event: \nhttps://churchanew.org/one-year-changed-free-registration \nFor Group Use On-Demand Access ($149): \nhttps://churchanew.org/one-year-changed-on-demand-group-registration \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/one-year-changed-faith-in-pandemic-2/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210224T144535Z
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SUMMARY:One Year Changed: Faith in Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:We have been leading\, parenting\, learning\, working\, neighboring\, and simply existing within a global health crisis for over a year. It has changed the way we live our lives\, the ways we connect meaningfully with one another\, and perhaps it has also changed our faith. \nIn this evening virtual retreat format\, gather with other people of faith to ponder how we might be moved into a different sort of spirituality this Lent. What have we let fall that we will never pick up again? What practices have emerged that may be meaningful far into the future? If this is truly a humanity-defining moment\, what have we learned about our species? About ourselves? About our spirits? \nWith seven-minute talks from faith leaders\, activists\, artists\, and more\, we will memorialize the way this moment has shaped us and will continue to influence us. We will spend time in prayer and reflection\, considering how the Spirit might be moving all of humanity in this moment. \nFeaturing: \n\nDr. Valerie Bridgeman\nDr. Ulysses Burley III\nDr. Jacqueline Bussie\nRev. Emmy Kegler\nRev. Angela T. Khabeb\nRev. Dr. Fulton L. Porter III\nRozella Haydée White\n\nLearn More at: \nhttps://churchanew.org/events/2021/3/11/one-year-changed-faith-in-pandemic \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/one-year-changed-faith-in-pandemic/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210210T194104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210216T181406Z
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SUMMARY:39th Anniversary of Preaching with Power
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 39th anniversary of Preaching with Power\, which will run from March 14 – 17\, 2021. All events will be featured on the ULS YouTube Channel. Read the schedule and presenter bios and view the brochure.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/39th-anniversary-of-preaching-with-power/
CATEGORIES:Roster
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210322
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210318T141842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T141842Z
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SUMMARY:International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
DESCRIPTION:Statement for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination – March 21\, 2021\nFrom Churches Beyond Borders: Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada\, Anglican Church of Canada\, The Episcopal Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America \n  \nIn Advent 2020\, Churches Beyond Borders expressed a commitment to dismantling racism\, combating white supremacy and actively seeking opportunities to engage more deeply on these important issues. In this season of Lent\, we continue our journey as we join together in observing the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This is an annual day of recommitment in remembrance of the day police in Sharpeville\, South Africa\, opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. (www.un.org/en/observances/end-racism-day) Recognizing that the March 21 International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is a calling to be lived out every day\, we offer this reflection as encouragement to continue the journey with renewed determination. \nI have observed the misery of my people who are in Egypt; I have heard their cry on account of their taskmasters. Indeed\, I know their sufferings\, and I have come down to deliver them \n(Exodus 3:7-8a\, NRSV) \nHow do we lament the sin of racism? \nRacism and xenophobia have a painful\, violent\, deadly history that traverses all borders. The institutional church shares in the complicity of the legacies of the Doctrine of Discovery colonization\, forced removal and genocide of Indigenous people\, the enslavement of African and Indigenous Peoples and injustices perpetrated against all people of color. The sin of racism is structural\, institutional\, interpersonal and internalized. It lives in communities inside and outside the church; it continues to inflict harm on a daily basis and generate new history. How do we repent of all of this? \nAt the burning bush\, Moses hears God say\, “I have heard the cries of my people.” We who follow the God of Freedom must also hear the cries of God’s people\, of each other\, and especially those among us who live under the constant threat and violence of racism and white supremacy. For those of us who have the privilege of closing ourselves off\, we need to open ourselves to feel the painful truths of the sins of racism and white supremacy in our hearts and bodies and minds and souls. We must create spaces and structures that welcome and include the voices of those most directly impacted by the sins of racism. This message is being shared during the season of Lent\, a period of self-examination\, reflection\, and making amends. We need to lament\, repent and be transformed. \nMoses is told to take off his sandals. We need to lament in worship: to remove our shoes\, to stand in humility\, to feel the ashes on our foreheads\, to be honest in the presence of God about our sins and shortcomings. Holy Ground is a gift that supports lamentation\, repentance\, transformation and discernment. \nMoses is sent to work for the freedom of people. Oppression is not inevitable or insurmountable. Things can change. Challenging racism and white supremacy calls each of us to deep and honest consideration of perceptions\, biases\, behaviours and systemic patterns. We echo the United Nations call to take the strongest possible stand against racism\, discrimination and intolerance of every kind\, to spread the word to fight racism and to take stock of the state of human rights and hate speech today and reflect on how each of us can stand up for rights. In lamentation and repentance\, we hear God’s call to act for the dismantling of racism. \nMoses admits his own fears and reluctance. God directs Moses to connect with his siblings. God provides Miriam and Aaron to make up for Moses’ weaknesses and to enhance his strengths. The journey is long and the work is hard\, crossing many difficult borders in our lives\, communities\, and our churches. We give thanks for the gift of community on this journey and in this work. \nWe invite you to join us in prayer: \nGod of Holy Ground\, move us to lament and repent. Open our hearts\, bodies\, minds and souls to the cries of your people. Transform us by your presence. Drive us into action for the dismantling of racism in relationships\, communities and societies. Bless us with companions who support us\, challenge us and help us keeping going. We pray for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. In the name of Jesus. Amen. \n  \nIn Christ – Shalom\, \n  \nNational Bishop Susan C. Johnson \nEvangelical Lutheran Church in Canada \n  \nArchbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls \nAnglican Church of Canada \n  \nPresiding Bishop Michael B. Curry \nThe Episcopal Church \n  \nPresiding Bishop Elizabeth A. Eaton \nEvangelical Lutheran Church in
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/international-day-for-the-elimination-of-racial-discrimination/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210322
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210318T142026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T142026Z
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SUMMARY:Day of Lament Against Anti-Asian Violence
DESCRIPTION:The Asian and Pacific Islander Association of the ELCA recently issued a statement\, affirmed by the ELCA Conference of Bishops\, calling on the church to declare a day of lament during Lent to express solidarity with\, help in healing and support Asian American victims of violence. Sunday\, March 21\, has been named as the common date\, though worshiping communities may choose a different date as appropriate for their context. Worship resources are available below. \n\nWorship resources (Word)\nWorship resources (PDF)
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/day-of-lament-against-anti-asian-violence/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210327
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210208T210444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T021721Z
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SUMMARY:Final Deadline for Assembly Registration
DESCRIPTION:Due to the nature of our online platform\, no registrations can be accepted after today\, March 26. \nThe 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\n\n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/final-deadline-for-assembly-registration/
CATEGORIES:Synod Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20210316T211727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T214936Z
UID:12643-1617098400-1617102000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Chrism Service (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday of Holy Week\, March 30 at 10 am\, it is our tradition to gather for a service of Word and Sacrament\, for blessing of oil\, for healing prayer\, and renewal of ministry vows. The theme for this year’s virtual service is “Renewing our Baptismal Promises in Changing Times” (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) \nAs part of the service\, Bishop Davenport would like to remember individiduals from our Synod who have transitioned during this last year\, whether from COVID or other causes. Congregations can submit names at https://forms.gle/fTNCxJVYskApDDwS8. \nTo receive the Zoom link for this service\, please register at http://bit.ly/SEPA-chrism. \nBlessed oil will be distributed through your conference dean. \nThe Chrism Service is a time for ministers of Word and Sacrament and ministers of Word and Service to reaffirm promises made as they began their ministry\, and blessings for congregational deacons and assisting ministers to honor their local ministries. It is also a time to worship our Lord and be strengthened and renewed as we prepare to lead the faithful to the Cross and Resurrection.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/chrism-service-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Roster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Curtis":MAILTO:ycurtis@sepa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210412
DTSTAMP:20260403T134605
CREATED:20201113T190859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T172510Z
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SUMMARY:Tuscarora Youth Retreat 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Tuscarora Lutheran Youth Retreat planning committee is pleased to announce our first ever Virtual Retreat for youth in grades 6-12 and their leaders\, on Saturday\, April 10\, starting at 10 am on Zoom. Registration fee is $20 per person. \nDeadline to register is March 7\, 2021!  \n\nDownload a flyer for more information : 2021 Tuscaro Retreat Flyers\nVisit our website\, https://tuscaroralutheranretreat.weebly.com/ \, to register\n\nFor those who have been to our in-person Tuscarora Lutheran Youth Retreat (formerly Harvey Cedars)\, you know how engaging and inspirational this retreat is for our youth and their leaders.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, we wanted to safely provide the same opportunities to our 6th – 12th grade youth and their leaders. \nIf you have any questions\, please email tuscarorayouthretreat@gmail.com or speak to one of our committee members: Laura O’Kane; Kelsey Tomlinson; Pr. Chris Franz; Pr. Alina S. Gayeuski; Pr. Tim Ness; Pr. Karl Richard; Ray Schott; Nicolle Layman; or Mario Leone
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/tuscarora-youth-retreat-2021/
CATEGORIES:Youth Ministry
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