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SUMMARY:Deepen your understanding of Indigenous Peoples – The Blanket Exercise
DESCRIPTION:SEPA Synod is proud to welcome Vance Blackfox\, Director of Indigenous Ministries and Tribal Relations for the ELCA\, on Wednesday February 1st to lead us in the Blanket Exercise. \nThe Blanket Exercise is an experiential learning tool that leads a group of participants through 500+ years of Indigenous history\, highlighting the relationship between the tribal nations and the European explorers\, colonial setters\, and U.S. federal and state governments. \nThe exercise is interactive and requires participants\, as they are able\, to stand and move throughout the first hour of the experience.  The second hour allows for participants to process the experience and share what they may have learned and what they will take away. \nThe Blanket Exercise was first created in Canada and has been adapted and used to educate general populations there\, in the United States\, and in many other parts of the world.  The exercise does engage participants both intellectually and emotionally and can in some instances affect individuals deeply. \nDue to the honest nature of the information included in the narration of the exercise\, all participants are expected to be 15 years of age or older. \nWe will gather for this exercise on the Philadelphia campus of United Lutheran Seminary (7301 Germantown Ave Philadelphia\, PA 19119) in the Brossman Center in Benbow Hall at 7pm. All are welcome and it’s a free event\, but we are asking folks to register ahead of time so we can prepare a big enough space for the exercise. \nSubmit an RSVP here – https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A44ADAC2DA3F49-blanket 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/deepen-your-understanding-of-indigenous-peoples-the-blanket-exercise/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary – Philadelphia\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bryan Penman":MAILTO:bpenman@sepa.org
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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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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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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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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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SUMMARY:Vitality Awareness Event
DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Vitality Team on Saturday November 9th at the Philadelphia Campus of United Lutheran Seminary for a day of Vitality Awareness. During the day we will help raise awareness for ministries efforts that matter in helping to transform your congregation into a vital ministry in your community. This day is for both lay leadership and rostered leaders alike\, and anyone who is interested in recovering the joy of ministry that makes a difference. \nCost is $15 per person and $30 for groups of two or more. Registration includes lunch and light breakfast. Please save the date! Registration is open! Click this link to register: https://community.ministrylink.org/vae2019 \nOur Keynote presentation will feature members of the Vitality Team as we present on the ways congregations can be attentive to their “vital signs.” During our time together you will be given tools to discover and assess your own congregational health as we explore in-depth characteristics of thriving and vital congregations. \nEach participant will also be able to attend three of our many breakout sessions as we dive deeper into discovering ways to create vital communities of faith. \nBreakout sessions to be offered: \n  \n\n\n\nKris Chandler\nBeing Church Together: God’s Work. Our Hands\nhow to cultivate relationships with God\, each other and the World an exploration of how to create missional partners in your local context.\n\n\nTim Johansen\nEvangelism 101\nHow tried and true evangelism methods apply to the digital world.\n\n\nMary Ann Siefke\nThriving in Complexity\nHow to navigate an ever changing world with Adaptive Leadership\n\n\nBradley Gow\nDoing a New Thing\nHow to brainstorm doing new things in your ministry context\n\n\nDwight Mason\nWhat’s Your Story?\nHow to cultivate a culture of story telling and testimony in your congregation.\n\n\nKayla Shadowy\nPower of Healing and being people of hope\nHow to cultivate healing ministries in your congregation and to be a source of healing for the wider community. And how to maintain hope in a hopeless world.\n\n\nWill Flippin\nConflict resolution\nHow the power of reconciliation and healing can free you from the past and set you on a course of vitality
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/vitality-awareness-event/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary – Philadelphia\, 7301 Germantown Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mercedes Lee":MAILTO:mlee@sepa.org
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