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SUMMARY:Showing Up for Racial Justice
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Anne Dunlap\, Faith Coordinator for Showing Up for Justice as she hosts a Free Webinar exploring alternative readings of text chosen for this  years Christian Lectionary readings for Lent from the Gospel of John.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/showing-up-for-racial-justice/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Faith Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200225T080000
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SUMMARY:Equipping Event: God\, Improv\, and The Art of Living
DESCRIPTION:The Presbytery of Philadelphia\, our synod\, and United Lutheran Seminary are sponsoring an ecumenical equipping event with Rev. MaryAnn McKibben Dana on Tuesday\, Feb. 25. Rev. McKibben Dana (author of “God\, Improv\, and the Art of Living”) will lead a day of thoughtful and playful interactions with improv\, personal formation\, and building capacity for adaptive ministry in the 21st Century. \nThis event is open to all ministry leaders. Bring your team. Cost: $15 per person includes full event\, refreshments and lunch. \n\nFrom the book: \n“At every moment\, the question is\, now what? What’s our next move? \nAn improvising God calls us to see what we can see- the situation right in front of us\, no matter how surprising\, annoying\, or downright deplorable- and find the best Yes-And possible.” \n\n\n \nRev. MaryAnn McKibben Dana \n\nRev. McKibben Dana is a sought-after speaker\, preacher\, conference leader and writer around issues of leadership\, faith formation\, and congregational transformation. Connect with her at: www.maryannmckibbendana.net \n  \n \n  \nDOWNLOAD A FLYER > \nREGISTER NOW >
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/equipping-event-god-improv-and-the-art-of-living/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary – Philadelphia\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T200000
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SUMMARY:Stations of the Cross on display at United Lutheran Seminary
DESCRIPTION:Stations of the Cross: Refugee Journeys is an exploration of human movement all over the world. Each of the fourteen stations in this years series explores the movement of people from one place to another. The Stations of the Cross will be on display in the Schaeffer-Ashmead Chapel at United Lutheran Seminary (7301 Germantown Avenue\, Philadelphia\, Pa 19119) beginning Ash Wednesday\, February 26\, 2020. There will also be a reception and Talk with the Artist Mary Button on Friday\, February 28\, 2020 at the Schaeffer-Ashmead Chapel from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/stations-of-the-cross-on-display-at-united-lutheran-seminary/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary – Philadelphia\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T203000
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SUMMARY:Faithful TEACH
DESCRIPTION:Faithful TEACH  is a free 7 week course offered in collaboration with the Urban Theological Institute (UTI)  of United Lutheran Seminary. It is an HIV education program designed for faith leaders who want to learn about HIV/AIDS and how to effectively minister to people living with the virus. The classes are held on Wednesday and will begin Wednesdays March 4 – April 15\, 2020    6:00—8:30 pm   at the United Lutheran Seminary 7301 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia\, PA 19119. Dinner – pizza & drinks provided each week  between 6:00-6:15pm. Graduates receive a diploma and stipend for successful completion of the course. This program is sponsored by Philadelphia FIGHT. To register download the application and return to The Rev. Dr. Calenthia S. Dowdy by email cdowdy@fight.org. For more information download a flyer.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/faithful-teach/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary – Philadelphia\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Dr. Calenthia S. Dowdy":MAILTO:cdowdy@fight.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200308T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200308T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day Concert
DESCRIPTION:ARTolerance\, St. Paul’s Lutheran in Glenside\, and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia are hosting the next segment of a Healing Artist Concert Series entitled “International Women’s Day” on Sunday\, March 8th at 2:30 pm at St. Paul’s. Featured artists include Tammy Scheffer\, American/Israeli vocalist; Shinjoo Cho\, bandoneon; Hyunjin Cha\, Korean drums; and Udi Bar-David\, cello.\n\nThe intent of the concert series is to bring together people in the community who may come from backgrounds who might not interact as much together due to location\, religion\, ethnicity\, gender identity\, etc. Music heals. Music calms. Music unites. Music soothes. Music motivates.\n\nThe same program can be heard at 7:30 pm at the Chester County Historical Society.\n\nDownload a flyer: International Women’s Day Concert
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/international-womens-day-concert/
LOCATION:St. Paul Lutheran Church\, Glenside\, 120 N. Easton Road\, Glenside\, 19038
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T163000
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SUMMARY:Faith Communities Are Critical Partners In Disasters 
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Disaster Response invites you to a March 10 day of resiliency building among human services providers\, houses of worship\, and disaster responding organizations. We know in Pennsylvania we are facing more precipitation\, hotter temperatures\, and more volatile weather overall. Not only does our region face more frequent disruptions to daily life because of these types of events\, but we also find ourselves welcoming disaster survivors from outside of our area. In an effort to build resilience to disasters in our communities\, we welcome you to join us on March 10 to both build relationships in our communities so we can together leverage resources when disaster strikes\, and so that we can look to agencies who specialize in disaster response to help bolster local efforts when that assistance is needed. We need all of us! \nLutheran Disaster Response-Eastern PA\, a ministry of Liberty Lutheran/Lutheran Congregational Services\, is a leader in this effort\, along with UCC Disaster Ministries\, Chester County Department of Emergency Services\, and Montgomery County Department of Public Safety. \nFor more information and to register\, please see the attached flyer and please feel free to share. \nDOWNLOAD MORE INFO: Now Open Making Halves Whole Again SEPA VOAD \n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/faith-communities-are-critical-partners-in-disasters/
LOCATION:Montgomery County Public Safety Trainin Campus\, 1175 Conshohocken Road\, Conshohocken\, PA\, 19428
CATEGORIES:Disaster Response
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200322T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200322T180000
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SUMMARY:A Night with the Mystics March 22
DESCRIPTION:The Wissahickon Faith Community is pleased to invite you to a soul-nurturing Sunday afternoon event in March at the historic Ambler Movie Theater (March 22\, 4:00 p.m.). The program will feature short readings and poems from people like Meister Eckart and Hildegard von Bingen (Germany)\, Hafiz and Rumi (Persia)\, St. Thomas of Aquinas and St. Catherine of Siena (Italy)\, Howard Thurman  and Rashani Rea (Unites States)\, Rabia of Basra (Modern Iraq)\, St. John of the Cross and Rabbi Moses de Leon (Spain)\, and contemporary Rabbi Sheila Peltz-Weinman (PA). The event will include life music performances from Ambler-based flutist Cindy Le Blanc\, local harpist Jesse Appel and the Cantare Vocal Ensemble under the direction of Paula Rivera. The mystics will lead us into four directions\, which are organically woven together: Creation – Suffering – Love – Unity with God. ADMISSION IS FREE. Afterwards\, consider a social outing with old friends or new friends in one of the beautiful Ambler restaurants.  Download a Poster: Mystics Poster Mar2020_1470315508
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/10120/
LOCATION:Ambler Theater\, 108 E. Butler\, Ambler\, PA\, 19002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T160000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED!--ELCA Behavioral Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:ELCA Behavioral Interview Training \nMarch 27 – 28\, 2020 \nLocation: TBD \n  \nThe ELCA Domestic Mission Unit uses a Behavioral Interview to help select leaders to serve as mission developers for new congregations.  The Behavioral Interview process is an extensive interview which attempts to paint a more complete picture of the individual\, their motivations and their gifts for ministry. \nA Behavioral Interview involves more than one interviewer for each interview and so the Domestic Mission Unit is seeking to train additional people in the technique.  In this training\, you will learn about the 15 characteristics that have been identified as important to the characteristics of a leader starting new churches and redeveloping existing congregations.  While most people would not conduct a full behavioral interview in day-to-day life\, the approach to interviewing\, the suggested questions and the approach to processing interview responses can prove fruitful in other areas of life and in other areas of ministry discernment like the candidacy process. \nBehavioral Interviewing is first and foremost a discernment process.  It is a tool used by church leaders and placement personnel to discover if a person possesses the gifts and skills that will allow them to thrive in calls to mission starts or redevelopments.  It is not a pass or fail instrument.  It provides a structure for gathering valuable information which can lead to a highly informed assessment of potential effectiveness in these challenging calls. \nThe training for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod will take place on Friday\, March 27 from 9 AM to 6 PM (including lunch and dinner) and on Saturday\, March 28 from 9 AM to 4 PM (including lunch).  The Domestic Mission Unit will cover the cost of the materials and meals.  If travel costs are an obstacle\, there may be some funding available to help with travel. \nThe Domestic Mission Unit asks that those who complete the training be available to assist with two interviews over the next year (in-person or by Zoom). \nIf you are interested in being trained as a behavioral interviewer or if you have additional questions about the training\, please contact the Rev. William Flippin at wflippin@sepa.org or 770.289.7951 \nYour partner in ministry\, \nRev. Dr. William Edward Flippin\, Jr.\, Director of Evangelical Mission (SEPA)
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/elca-behavioral-interview-training/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:ELCA
ORGANIZER;CN="Mercedes Lee":MAILTO:mlee@sepa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200404
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SUMMARY:Immigration Law Training
DESCRIPTION:The Mennonite Central Committee (MCC)\, in collaboration with World Relief\, is offering an intensive five-day Immigration Law training March 30 (all day) through April 3 (all day)\, 2020. The training is being held at the MCC Welcoming Place\, Akron\, PA. \nThe training will be conducted using the curriculum of the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC). This course will help to provide the necessary training component for individuals who wish to apply for accreditation from the Department of Justice (DOJ – formerly known as BIA recognition and accreditation). DOJ recognition and accreditation allows non-attorneys working at non-profit organizations to practice immigration law. The course will touch on all areas of immigration law and practice focusing on topics most relevant to those serving and representing low-income immigrants. \nDue to the requirements of the recognition and accreditation application process\, we recommend that only individuals with U.S. citizenship\, lawful permanent residence\, or other long-term immigration status apply for this training. \nAdditional requirements for applying for Department of Justice (DOJ) recognition and accreditation will be discussed during the training week.  Learn more and register.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/immigration-law-training/
LOCATION:Mennonite Central Committee Welcoming Place\, 21 S. 12th Street\, Akron\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200403T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200403T133000
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SUMMARY:LSA Webinar on CARES Act
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Services in America President and CEO Charlotte Haberaecker will be leading a timely webinar in partnership with the Network of Jewish Human Services Agencies exploring how nonprofits with fewer than 500 employees can access $350 billion in Small Business Administration (SBA) funds made available under the Coronavirus Aid\, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Also featured during the webinar will be Steven Woolf\, Senior Tax Policy Counsel at the Jewish Federations of America.\n\nThe webinar will take place this Friday\, April 3 at 12:00 pm EDT.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/lsa-webinar-on-cares-act/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T120000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED -- 2020 Chrism Service
DESCRIPTION:March 2020\n\nDear Beloved Siblings in Christ\,\n\nAs part of a deep and meaningful Lenten journey\, I invite you to our Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod Chrism Service.\n\nOn Tuesday of Holy Week\, 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.\n\nThe Chrism Service is a time for ministers of Word and Sacrament\, ministers of Word and Service to reaffirm promises made as you began your 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.\n\nWe will gather at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd\, 132 E. Valley Forge Road\, King Prussia\, PA 19406; 610-265-4545; on Tuesday\, April 7\, 2020 at 10:00 am.\n\nWhether or not your congregation has the practice of anointing with oil\, please join us in this holy time together. Oil used at baptism (“chrism”)\, anointing the sick\, and signing those preparing for baptism\, as well as other blessings will be set aside for use in our congregations through the year. If you would like to take some of the oil back to your congregation\, please bring a vial or small container with you. Following the service\, we will enjoy a light lunch and conversation in the fellowship hall. Your family members\, friends\, seminarians\, and leaders of your congregations are also welcome to attend and join us as we renew our vows.\n\nOur Lord Jesus has chosen us\, blessed us\, and sent us to proclaim the Gospel in Word\, Sacrament and public ministry for the sake of the world. Let us be renewed together in worship\, and strengthened for the journey. I look forward to this Chrism Service on Tuesday\, April 7\, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Good Shepherd.\n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/2020-chrism-service/
LOCATION:Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, King of Prussia\, 132 E. Valley Forge Road\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Roster,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T155656Z
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SUMMARY:Faith and Spiritual Affairs Conference
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services Faith and Spiritual Affairs Initiative has set a date for a day of engaging and interactive workshops to help you improve the lives of  Philadelphians. \nFaith & Spiritual Affairs Conference\nCommunity Response to Violence:\nRenewing Our Faith in Brotherly Love & Sisterly Affection\nFriday\, April 17\, 2020\nPennsylvania Convention Center\, 1101 Arch St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19107 \nFor more information\, contact the DBHIDS Faith & Spiritual Affairs Unit.\nFor more information about the DBHIDS Faith & Spiritual Affairs Unit\, visit us online. \nThis conference is offered to the public at no cost. Continuing Education Credits are authorized by the Behavioral Health Training & Education Network. \n  \n  \n  \nDownload PDF: FSA Save the Date
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/faith-and-spiritual-affairs-conference/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Convention Center\, 1101 Arch St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200319T123149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T132629Z
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SUMMARY:Online Security Webinar\, April 21
DESCRIPTION:Do you receive emails asking you to send money or trying to trick you into giving up sensitive information? \nDo you know what to do if your data or the congregation’s data has been breached? \nDo you want to learn how best to protect yourself and the church from online threats? \nPlease join us on Tuesday\, April 21\, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time for a free webinar for ELCA congregations and synods. \nChris Hueneke\, information security advisor for the ELCA churchwide organization\, will host the webinar\, covering these topics and more. \nYou’ll learn how to avoid phishing email attacks\, protect sensitive data and prevent malware infections\, and what to do if your data has been breached. \nThis event requires no registration. On the morning of April 21\, simply go to this link and click on the field marked “Join the event.” \nYou’ll be connected immediately. If you have any questions\, please contact techtraining@elca.org.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/online-security-webinar-april-21/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Communications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200425T150000
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CREATED:20200219T175159Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Deaf Expo
DESCRIPTION:Christ the King Deaf Church will host the 9th Annual Death Expo on Saturday\, April 25\, 2020 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at Calvary Lutheran Church 730 South New Street\, West Chester\, PA 19382. Come and see new products\, services and handicrafts to enhance your life. Come out and fellowship with new and old friends\, Free parking is available in the large lot behind the church.\nDownload Flyer
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/9th-annual-deaf-expo/
LOCATION:Calvary Lutheran Church\, West Chester\, 730 New Street\, West Chester\, PA\, 19382\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200503
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T005540Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for more information!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/2020-synod-assembly/
LOCATION:Franconia Mennonite Church\, 613 Harleysville Pike\, Teltord\, 18969\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200507T141212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200507T141312Z
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SUMMARY:Statewide Zoom Call on Food Insecurity and Feeding Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Disaster Response – Eastern PA (a ministry of Liberty Lutheran and Lutheran Congregational Services) and Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Pennsylvania (LAMPa) are teaming up this Friday May 8\, at 3 pm to host a zoom call for people and congregations who are especially concerned about the most vulnerable in our communities in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic\, and the impact it will have on families that live on the margins even after social distancing is relaxed. \nThe zoom call will feature \n· Presenters from food pantry ministries \n· Ideas for congregations interested in service projects for people who need hygiene supplies and fabric masks \n· Ways to advocate for people who are most vulnerable \n· Ways to access resources available to helping ministries \n· Time to discuss your concerns and problem solve together. \nRegister for the zoom call here! \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZPqoDZuzHErQ7cuq24K-WsLJRE6prT72Ut0lbZfBoREOBoQ/viewform
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/statewide-zoom-call-on-food-insecurity-and-feeding-ministries/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20191210T154417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T144819Z
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SUMMARY:Library Meet-up at Reformation\, Media - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, May 17\, 2020\, from 1:00 pm –3:00 pm Reformation Media is hosting a free library meet up. The Library Committee of Reformation\, Media want to share best practices and ideas about forming\, developing and growing a vital library. Whether you are thinking of starting a library or revitalizing an existing one\, this event is for you! The day is designed to share how Reformation manages the library and provides an opportunity to learn from other churches and synagogues libraries in the area. A light lunch will be served and there will be ample time to network and explore. Please RSVP by email to billn2sue@comcast.net by May 1\, including names of those attending. \nAgenda: \n\nLight Lunch and Welcome from the Pastors\nIntroductions\nBrief Overview of Reformation Library\nLibrary Tour\nSmall Group Discussions\n\no   Starting a new library \no   Library Programs and Outreach \no   Library Software Systems and Operations \n\nShare best practices\nOther topics of interest\nClosing
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/library-meet-up-at-reformation-media/
LOCATION:Reformation Lutheran Church\, Media\, 102 W. Rose Tree Road\, Media\, PA\, 19063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200520T143704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T143732Z
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SUMMARY:Social Security: Money Left on the Table
DESCRIPTION:Join the Thrivent Member Network: Mid-Atlantic Region on May 21st at 8:00 PM for a valuable event Social Security: Money Left on the Table with national Social Security expert Jim Caulder where you can learn how to find money and avoid costly mistakes. \nRegister Today | https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3715876460896/WN_dxp5GuiGQq2TkqwrflYrdg \nNo products will be sold at this event. For additional disclosures\, see Thrivent.com/social.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/social-security-money-left-on-the-table/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200520T143930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T144923Z
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SUMMARY:Retirement and Taxes
DESCRIPTION:Join the Thrivent Member Network : Mid-Atlantic Region on May 28th at 8:00 PM for an Exclusive Online Webinar\, Retirement and Taxes\, with Guest Speaker\, Ed Slott. \nThis totally unique\, entertaining and educational online webinar is for people who have spent a lifetime saving for retirement and now want to know how taxes will impact those savings… and what you can do about it. \nDuring this webinar you will gain insight on balancing your retirement security with the impact of taxes.  Ed Slott combines his extensive IRA tax knowledge with humor and stories that anyone can relate to. \nRSVP : \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6215887892304/WN_Uwa2HrhfSbqbYGGXdx2XXw
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/retirement-and-taxes/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200530T223000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200108T005850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T144623Z
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Night at the Phillies - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Get tickets NOW for our annual Lutheran Night at the Phillies on Saturday\, May 30 vs. the Washington Nationals. Proceeds from each ticket sold benefit Synod Youth Programs. \nOur late\, beloved former Synod treasurer\, Dick Reimet\, started Lutheran Night at the Phillies decades ago\, one of the – if not the – first such partnership between a religious organization and professional baseball. \nStart planning now to bring a group from your congregation or a group of friends! \n\nBuy online now at com/Lutheran (password lutheran)\nQuestions? Please contact Jen Leone in the Group Sales Office at 215.463.5000\, ext. 5112.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/lutheran-night-at-the-phillies-5/
LOCATION:Citizen’s Bank Park\, 1 Citizens Bank Way\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19148\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200701
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200601T204453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T202134Z
UID:11237-1590969600-1593561599@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Pride Month
DESCRIPTION:June is PRIDE month\, and Reconciling Works offers resources for your congregation to celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community. \nDEEPENING & EXPANDING ONLINE WORSHIP Living into your commitment to welcome during COVID-19:  A one-pager  designed to help you find creative and intentional ways to share your welcome\, inclusion\, and celebration of LGBTQIA+ people during your online worship. \nPRIDE Prayer 2020: Every Sunday in June ReconcilingWorks has a prayer for your community to share in worship\, online\, and in your communication with your community. \nSharing on Social Media: Knowing people are finding community online\, now more than ever\, ReconcilingWorks will have daily posts and information about the LGBTQIA+ community for you to share on your social media streams throughout the month of June. Like and Follow ReconcilingWorks on Facebook and Instagram to be able to share these resources daily! \nAll of these great tools can be found HERE 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/pride-month/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200601T210854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T235345Z
UID:11245-1591182000-1591189200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Online Clergy Workshop: In Over Your Head in the Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Clergy are on the front line in dealing with mental health issues in their places of ministry. It is common knowledge that folks tend to seek out their pastors\, priests\, rabbis\, and imams far sooner than they would consult with a mental health professional. However\, while clergy are often the ‘first responders’ to the demanding human situations of everyday life as well as crisis and life cycle events\, they are often not formally trained to deal with the counseling component of their work. Many clergy are afraid that they will do more harm than good. In this workshop\, Dr. Stephen Treat will look at some common mental health issues that clergy see in the ministry such as depression\, personality disorders\, and trauma and will offer some guidelines for addressing these challenging issues in ministry\n\nPresenter: Rev. Dr. Stephen R. Treat\, MFT and CEO Emeritus of Council for Relationships\, Ordained in the UCC\nWednesday\, June 3\, 2020\n11:00 am – 1:00 pm\n\nLocation: Online via Zoom Videoconferencing\n\nCost: $15\n\nAny questions can be directed to The Rev. Dr. Dolores Littleton\, Director of the Clergy Track of the Post Graduate Certificate Program\,at dlittleton@councilforrelationships.org.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/online-clergy-workshop-in-over-your-head-in-the-ministry/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Roster
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200601T151310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T203832Z
UID:10787-1591268400-1591272000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Communications Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION:Open forum with Pr. Bob Fisher\, assistant to the bishop for communications. For clergy and lay leaders. Topics include online technology\, worship\, re-opening\, and more. All questions welcome. \nRegister at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIoc–oqDosNJ8KaraWdhL0wNLfxWfOHg
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/communications-zoom-call/2020-06-04/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Communications
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200305T155745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T193309Z
UID:10222-1591434000-1591462800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:SEPA Synodical Women 2020 Convention
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 convention of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synodical Women of the ELCA will be held on June 6\, 2020\, at St. Matthew’s Lutheran church 400 Lynbrooke Rd\, Springfield\, PA 19064. Registration begins at 9:00 am. Opening devotions begin at 9:30.\n\nWe will be celebrating 50 years of Ordination of Women of the Lutheran Church and inviting the 50 some women pastors in our synod to join us for the day. Our keynote speaker will be Bishop Patricia Davenport. We are also asking two of our women pastors to share their experiences – one will be a long time ordained pastor and one a more recently ordained pastor.\n\nThere will be a business meeting\, the chief order of business is electing new officers and board members. Each congressional unit should send a voting delegate to conduct the business. We would also deeply appreciate suggestions for the names of capable women who could serve on the board to represent your conference.\n\nThere will also be a representative from Churchwide bringing us greetings and sharing news.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/sepa-synodical-women-2020-convention/
LOCATION:St. Matthew Lutheran Church\, Springfield\, 400 Lynbrooke Rd\, Springfield\, 19064
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200608
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200601T205728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T205728Z
UID:11243-1591488000-1591574399@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Presiding Bishop's Sermon for Trinity Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has recorded a sermon and Gospel reading to share with the church for Sunday\, June 7\, The Holy Trinity.\n\nPlease refrain from sharing the recording on social media until June 7.\n\nAs a rostered minister\, you are welcome to use this sermon in your upcoming worship services. May it serve as a reminder that we\, as members of the ELCA\, are still one body of Christ even when we cannot be gathered together in person.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/presiding-bishops-sermon-for-trinity-sunday/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:ELCA,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T201500
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200601T192043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T203919Z
UID:10791-1591729200-1591733700@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:“America’s Original Sin” – An Online Book Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The SEPA Synod Anti-racism Team invites you to online conversations about race based on the book -“America’s Original Sin” by Jim Wallis. \nThese interactive discussions will take place on Tuesday evenings\, from 7pm-8:15pm on June 9th\, June 16th\, June 23th\, June 30th\, July 7th and July 14th. They will be led by members of the SEPA Synod Anti-racism Team. You may participate in one or all of the conversations. \nThe Team encourages you to read the book. An excerpt from “America’s Original Sin” can be found here: https://americasoriginalsin.com/read-an-excerpt-of-americas-original-sin/. \nTo join in these free interactive discussions please register by sending an e-mail to: Antiracism@sepa.org with your name and contact information. Space is limited\, so please register before Friday\, June 5th for the first session. A link to connect to the conversation\, along with further information will be sent to you prior to the discussion. The Team looks forward to your participation in this new venture.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/americas-original-sin-an-online-book-discussion/2020-06-09/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200604T142003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T142107Z
UID:11279-1591786800-1591790400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Yellow Phase Faith: Questions and Considerations for Houses of Worship
DESCRIPTION:Last week\, the City unveiled Safer at Home\, a plan and executive order outlining the strategy for how Philadelphia will begin to reopen for business when the current Stay-at-Home Order is lifted\, which is expected to occur later this week.  The plan specifically outlines guidance for religious communities. Highlights include: \n\nGatherings of over 25 people are prohibited by the state until the Green Phase. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health recommends that NO gatherings of any size be held until the Green Phase.\nRequire all congregants to mask while on site.\nDO NOT allow choir practice\, performance\, or ANY group singing until public health authorities have given guidance on the safety of group singing. Consider refraining from responsive/group reading as well.\nContinue to offer remote service options even if in-person services resume to offer a safe option to those who need it.\nIf possible\, offer staggered service times to increase physical distancing.\nUse signage\, floor decals\, or other visual cues to encourage individuals and groups to space themselves at least 6 feet from others.\nRope off rows of chairs or pews so that congregants can only sit in every 3rd row.\nFor gatherings where congregants pray on mats\, separate mats by at least 6 feet.\nSeparate the service leader from front row of congregants and from other service leaders as much as possible\, keeping in mind that 6 feet may be inadequate because of vocal projection.\nDo not share items such as communion cups or offertory plates.\nFood and drink should not be served or consumed at services or gatherings until the Green Phase.\n\nTo learn more about the City’s Safer-at-Home Plan\, visit phila.gov/safer-at-home. \nJoin us next Wednesday\, June 10\, at 11am\, for Yellow Phase Faith: Questions and Considerations for Houses of Worship\, a special COVID-19 Update Call for Faith Leaders. Register below. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nREGISTER HERE >
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/yellow-phase-faith-questions-and-considerations-for-houses-of-worship/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200604T193641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T193641Z
UID:11294-1591813800-1591813800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:People's Town Hall: COVID-19 Effects on Communities of Color
DESCRIPTION:Join a webinar sponsored by Black Clergy of Philadelphia and Vicinity\, Forum Philly\, and the Pennsylvania Progressive Baptist Alliance. Wednesday\, June 10\, 6:30 pm at https://facebook.com/BCPVINC.\n\n\n\nDownload a Flyer
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/peoples-town-hall-covid-19-effects-on-communities-of-color/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200601T144605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T201053Z
UID:10785-1592395200-1592398800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Commemoration of the Emanuel Nine
DESCRIPTION:An ELCA Prayer Service for Commemoration of the Emanuel Nine will be available for online viewing at 12 noon Eastern Time on Wednesday\, June 17\, the fifth anniversary of the evening nine people were shot and killed during a Bible study at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston\, S.C. The service will include leaders from around the ELCA and ecumenical partners\, including episcopal leadership from the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will preach the sermon. We join in a time of repentance\, mourning and prayer as we remember these nine martyrs and renounce the sins of racism and white supremacy. The service can be viewed at https://www.elca.org/emanuelnine. This site also has resources to mark this day in your congregation. \nAs part of the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly\, voting members adopted a resolution designating June 17 as a commemoration of the martyrdom of the Emanuel 9—the nine people shot and killed on June 17\, 2015\, during a Bible study at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston\, S.C. \nResources to help congregations mark this day can be found at https://elca.org/emanuelnine. Many of these materials were recently produced for this first year of marking the commemoration; among the others are helpful ELCA websites and documents as well as resources from our ecumenical partners. \nIn this time of the pandemic\, many of the resources will need to be adapted for virtual worship\, online conversation\, or individual reflection and devotion. You are invited to use them in whatever ways are most helpful for your local context. \nOur relationship to the shooter\, as well as two of the slain\, reminds us of both our complicity and our calling. Together we confess that we are in bondage to the sins of racism and white supremacy and\, at the same time\, we rejoice in the freedom that is ours in Christ Jesus who “has broken down the dividing wall\, that is\, the hostility between us” (Ephesians 2:14). May God continue to guide us as we seek repentance and renewal\, and racial justice and reconciliation among God’s precious children.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/commemoration-of-the-emanuel-nine/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200618T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T104033
CREATED:20200616T201859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T201859Z
UID:11357-1592496000-1592503200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/synod-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
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