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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T110000
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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;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220916T152015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T153452Z
UID:15484-1664442000-1664452800@ministrylink.org
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:20220922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220915T135117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T135117Z
UID:15464-1663869600-1663876800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:172nd Meeting of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod Council.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/synod-council-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220912T203652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T185216Z
UID:15417-1663254000-1663254000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:How to Increase Fall Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Vanco\, an ELCA preferred vendor for eGiving\, invites you to attend their webinar\, “4 Simple Steps for Increasing Stewardship.” This session will be presented by Keith Mundy of Vanco Faith on Thursday\, Sept. 15\, at 2 p.m. Central time . Here’s what you’ll be learning: \n\nHow to improve your financial call and inspire greater generosity.\nHow to incorporate storytelling to strengthen your ask.\nHow to encourage donations through Vanco Online.\nHow easy it is for your congregation to use Vanco Online to meet giving goals.\n\nGet all the details about why Vanco is an ELCA preferred vendor and register for this webinar opportunity today!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/how-to-increase-fall-stewardship/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220912T205319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T210728Z
UID:15419-1663153200-1663153200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:The Monkeypox Virus: What Faith Leaders Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Philadelphia Department of Health and the Office of Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs is sponsoring this free Zoom conference to give faith leaders basic information and answer their questions about the monkeypox virus in Philadelphia. \nSign Up
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/the-monkeypox-virus-what-faith-leaders-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220603T154649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T155438Z
UID:15157-1655402400-1655409600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:SEPA Pride Event
DESCRIPTION:As part of being an RIC (Reconciling in Christ) Synod\, you are invited to the SEPA Synod 2022 Pride Event on June 16th at 6 p.m. eastern! This year’s event will include a panel made up of LGBTQIA+ rostered ministers addressing the questions similar to\, “Why is welcoming LGBTQ+ people important?” After the panel\, around 7 p.m.\, there will be a Service of the Word using pieces from past RIC Sunday worship resources. \nQuestions? Email Pastor Marie at pastormarie@sttimsaston.com \n\n\n\n\nDownload a flyer: SEPA Pride 2022
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/sepa-pride-event/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Marie Sager":MAILTO:pastormarie@sttimsaston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220121T235126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T235126Z
UID:14404-1651305600-1651347000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:2022 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 30\, 2022\nHope For Today\, Strength For Tomorrow Through Community In Christ\nThe 2022 Synod Assembly will be held on Saturday\, April 30 as an online business meeting. Conferences will participate in service projects on Saturday\, April 23\, and an in-person gathering will be scheduled later in the year\, COVID permitting.\n\nThe theme for this year’s gatherings is Hope for Today\, Strength for Tomorrow Through Community in Christ. Watch your email for registration information soon.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/2022-synod-assembly/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Synod Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrie Schwab":MAILTO:assembly@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220121T235419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T235419Z
UID:14408-1651170600-1651174200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Synod Assembly Technology Test Session
DESCRIPTION:For voting members of the assembly to test their connection to our online platforms.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/synod-assembly-technology-test-session/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carrie Schwab":MAILTO:assembly@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220325T195840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T174005Z
UID:14709-1649757600-1649764800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Chrism Service
DESCRIPTION:Ministers of Word and Sacrament and Ministers of Word and Service will gather for the annual Chrism Service on Tuesday of Holy Week\, April 12\, at 10 am online. This traditional service of Word and Sacrament includes the blessing of oil for anointing\, healing prayer\, and renewal of ministry vows. Bishop Patricia A. Davenport will preside. \nOut of concern for gathering a large number of people from across the synod\, this service will be live-streamed. The link will be posted soon. \nThe Chrism Service is a time for ministers of Word and Sacrament and ministers of Word and Service to reaffirm promises made at the beginning of their ministries. Blessingsare also offered 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/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Roster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Curtis":MAILTO:bishop@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220310T205146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T205146Z
UID:14642-1648494000-1648499400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Reconciling in Christ Resolution Forum
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 28\n7:00 pm  on Zoom \n\n \nThe SEPA Synod Reconciling in Christ Task Force will hold an online forum in preparation of Synod Assembly. The Task Force will present a resolution coming to assembly as a motion from Synod Council. The resolution updates the Synod’s commitment to being a Reconciling in Christ Synod aligning with the new requirements from ReconcilingWorks. The forum will offer a time for questions about the process and resolution that will be voted on at assembly. \n\n \nIf you are not able to attend live\, please register to receive the link to the video recording.\n \nREGISTER
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/reconciling-in-christ-resolution-forum/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Synod Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Alina Gayeuski":MAILTO:pastoralina@relcmedia.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220310T185255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T185736Z
UID:14639-1647345600-1647349200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Our Resilient Communities In the Opioid Epidemic: Partnering for Equitable Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Please join Community Behavioral Health\, Philadelphia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services\, and a guest panel for an urgent Community Conversation\, bringing together a wealth of expertise from Philadelphia’s diverse network of support. We share common goals of helping our city and citizens to recover from the Opioid Epidemic and increase Equity in health care delivery\, including use of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). \n \nREGISTER\n \nThe agenda includes:\n\nWelcome\, Introduction and Background – Dr. Robin Hanson\, Medical Director\, CBH Quality Dept \nPanel with Speakers – Moderated by Dr. Sosunmolu Shoyinka\, Chief Medical Officer\, DBHIDS \n\nRoland Lamb\, Former Deputy Commissioner\, of Planning and Innovation\, DBHIDS\nJohn White\, Jr.\, CEO\, The Consortium \nDr. Kyle Kampman\, Professor of Psychiatry\, UPenn Perelman School of Medicine\nEddie Collazo\, DBHIDS Director of Community Affairs\nRev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart\, Director\, Mayor’s Office of Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs\nColleen Thomas-Philip\, Outpatient Division Director\, COMHAR\nRev. Jay Broadnax\, Religious Leaders Council of Interfaith Philadelphia\n\n\nTreatment Access and Assistance – CBH Member Services
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/our-resilient-communities-in-the-opioid-epidemic-partnering-for-equitable-solutions/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220131T175804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T180156Z
UID:14427-1647198000-1647464400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Preaching With Power
DESCRIPTION:Preaching With Power\, a forum on Black preaching and theology organized by the Urban Theological Institute of United Lutheran Seminary\, will be presented virtually this year from March 13-16. Each event will be shown on the seminary’s the seminary’s YouTube channel channel. \nPresenters include Scott O. Cumberbatch\, Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft\, Sr.\, Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray Jr.\, Bishop Yvette A. Flunder\, Rev. Dr. Janet J. Sturdivant and Rev. Dr. Barry C. Black. \nDOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE   VIEW NOW
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/preaching-with-power/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220214T164409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T164409Z
UID:14487-1645610400-1645628400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Soul Talk: Ecumenical Equipping Event
DESCRIPTION:Our Annual Ecumenical Equipping Event is now  virtual!\nAnnual Ecumenical Equipping Event: “Daunting to Daring: Unleashing Soul Power for Creative\, Intentional\, and Resilient Life and Ministry”\nJoin us for our annual Virtual Ecumenical Equipping Event on Wednesday\, February 23\, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. on ZOOM with Rev. Dr. Kirk Byron Jones. \nThis interactive and formative gathering is a partnership among the Presbytery of Philadelphia (PCUSA)\, Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod (ELCA)\, and United Lutheran Seminary. This event is FREE and open to all. \n  \n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND GET YOUR ZOOM LINK! \nThis event is open to all ministry leaders! Bring your Team!\n   \nAuthor\, pastor\, teacher\, and speaker\, Rev. Dr. Kirk Byron Jones will lead this interactive workshop that will recognize the fragmentation of our lives while offering concrete remedies that\, in the words of Howard Thurman\, honor “the sound of the genuine inside you.”  \nPastors and church leaders often feel overwhelmed because of the task at hand\, but Dr. Jones proposes taking utmost care of our own souls is a benevolent act.  Doing such prompts great creativity and imagination for what God has in store for our lives and the life of our community.  This event is open to all. \n \nBooks by Rev. Dr. Jones:\n\nRest in the Storm\, 20th Anniversary Edition\nRest in the Storm\, The Creativity Journal\nSoul Talk: How to Have the Most Important Conversation of All\n\n  \nSponsored by:\n \n  \n+ Add to Google Calendar   + Add to iCalendar \n\n 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/soul-talk-ecumenical-equipping-event/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220121T233535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T233549Z
UID:14399-1644658200-1644669000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Reconciling Works Education
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS OPEN!\n \nSaturday\, February 12 at 9:30 am and 11:00 am.\n \nWorkshops with ReconcilingWorks for SEPA Congregations with ReconcilingWorks Ambassador Pastor Brenda Maynor.\n \n9:30 am – Welcoming Churches: When All Means All\nThis workshop is for congregations interested in becoming Reconciling In Christ (RIC). This workshop will include background history of ReconcilingWorks\, why this work matters\, and a general overview of the RIC Journey.\n \n11:00 am – You’ve Run the Race … Now What?\nThis workshop is for congregations who are already RIC. This workshop will include ideas of next steps for congregations to deepen and widen their worship and ministry experiences as well as reviewing the new commitments for racial equity and anti-racism within the church.\n \nThese workshops are presented free of charge\, but registration will be required. Registration will open in January. Please contact ingodsimagesepa@gmail.com with any questions.\n \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/reconciling-works-education/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220114T214734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T234344Z
UID:14358-1643914800-1643920200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Reference and Counsel Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us February 3 at 7:00pm on Zoom to learn: \n\nHow you can create changes in the church through the Synod Assembly\nWhat’s the difference between a resolution and a memorial?\nWays to write an effective resolution\n\nREGISTER NOW \nDownload printable copy \nThe deadline to submit resolutions for consideration by the assembly is 3/30/22.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/reference-and-counsel-forum/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Karen Sease":MAILTO:ksease@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220121T233127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T233127Z
UID:14396-1643716800-1643722200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Giving Strategies For The 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Giving Strategies for the 21st Century: New Challenges and New Opportunities\n\nTuesday\, February 1\, Noon-1:30 p.m. Eastern\n\nLearn new perspectives and practices for funding ministry in an increasing challenging environment. Join Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr. and Dr. Ann A. Michel\, authors of Generosity\, Stewardship\, and Abundance: A Transformational Guide to Church Finance\, for this 90-minute interactive presentation exploring key changes in the landscape of congregational giving and new possibilities for enhancing generosity in the 21st century.\n\nLearn more and register now.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/giving-strategies-for-the-21st-century/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220114T173845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220114T215616Z
UID:14351-1643450400-1643455800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Anti Racism Education for Rostered Ministers
DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod’s Anti-Racism Team has developed a new format for the anti-racism education required for all rostered ministers.\n  \nThe new format consists of:\n\nOne 90-minute Zoom meeting to introduce the curriculum. The first one for 2022 is planned for Saturday\, January 29\, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.\nNine online modules outlining the historical context of the systemic racism embedded in our current institutions. Participants will have at least nine weeks\, at their convenience\, to complete these modules.\nOne in-person day-long session at a date and place to be announced\, most likely on a Saturday in May.\n\nThis educational program is free to all participants.\n \nREGISTER NOW \nRegister today at: antiracism@sepa.org.\n  \nPlease register by Tuesday\, January 25.\n\nDownload printable information
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/anti-racism-education-for-rostered-ministers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Roster
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anti-Racism Team":MAILTO:antiracism@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20220121T225630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T225630Z
UID:14390-1643288400-1643299200@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Faith-based Security and Resilience Learning Series
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of Homeland Security (GOHS)\, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security\, and other partners\, is offering a quarterly virtual learning series to Faith-based Organizations. This series will provide valuable information to religious leaders\, security personnel and members of the houses of worship to enhance security and resilience.\n \nPlease join us for the first quarterly event on Thursday\, January 27\, 2022\, 1-4 pm\, with keynote speaker Director Shawn Brokos\, a retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and current Director of Community Security at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. Director Brokos will be providing a case study on the Tree of Life Synagogue tragedy and lessons learned. Free\, registration required.\n \nDOWNLOAD A FLYER\n \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/faith-based-security-and-resilience-learning-series/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20211105T154445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T160622Z
UID:14113-1636628400-1636633800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Free Tech Tools to Reach Your People Online in 2021
DESCRIPTION:November 11\, 11 am. With/ the Creatives from Digivangelism \n \nThere are an endless number of apps and tools available for digital ministers to reach their people online\, but which ones are really worth your time? In this presentation Sammy Kelly and Michele Barra\, co-owners of Digivangelism\, will dive into some of the most effective FREE methods to connect with your people and with others online. Tools will include Facebook Groups\, Facebook Pages\, Canva\, LinkTree\, Tiny PNG/JPG\, GoogleMyBusiness\, Marco Polo\, TikTok/IG Reels\, and more. \n \nDigivangelism exists to help progressive leaders of spiritual communities share hope\, healing\, and light online. \n \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/free-tech-tools-to-reach-your-people-online-in-2021/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20211026T124440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211026T124440Z
UID:14064-1635418800-1635422400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Liturgy for Traumatic Times  
DESCRIPTION:w/ Dr. Kyle Schiefelbein-Guerrero\, United Lutheran Seminary\nThursday\, Oct. 28 at 11 am\n\nDr. Kyle Schiefelbein-Guerrero is the Steck-Miller Assistant Professor of Worship and Liturgy at United Lutheran Seminary. His current research interests include the intersection of ritual and pastoral care\, and digital theology and liturgy. He will join us for a conversation about liturgy that can help address individual illness and collective trauma experienced by our congregations and translating ritual and pastoral care into the online environment. Bring your questions!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/webinar-liturgy-for-traumatic-times/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Worship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210928T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T160420Z
UID:13961-1633604400-1633608000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Digital Ministry in Abnormal Times
DESCRIPTION:Ministry in the New Abnormal presents: \nThe last 18 months have brought huge shifts in the ways that we connect with one another\, both inside and out. \nWhile these changes were accelerated by COVID-19\, they have been coming for a long time – and many people have been dreaming of ways that the tools of social media can  help us to maintain relationships and build community. \nPastor David Hansen has been dreaming and teaching in the world of social media\, technology\, and the church for the last decade. He has helped numerous congregations and organizations to jump the chasm of the digital divide and connect with their members in deep and meaningful ways. \nJoin us for a Zoom conversation with David on Thursday\, October 7 at 11 am as we dive into social media as a tool for community-building. We will talk about concrete steps to extend the network of your congregation\, as well as how to use these tools in concert with rhythm of the liturgical seasons as Advent and Christmas quickly approach. \nRegister now!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/digital-ministry-in-abnormal-times/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Communications
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Hansen21.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210707T172559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210707T172559Z
UID:13544-1633341600-1633352400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:"Managing Self in Challenging Times"
DESCRIPTION:Princeton Family Center for Education Clergy Training Program for 2021-2022 \nIn the midst of a global pandemic\, societal tensions\, climate issues\, and the largest human migration in history\, faith leaders need a framework for thoughtfully managing self in polarizing times.  Awareness of one’s own emotional reactivity\, patterns of emotional process in family and workplace\, and clear thinking about one’s own guiding principles can lead to better functioning and organizational health. \n\n[ Download: PFCE Clergy training document 2021 2022 ]\n\nThe clergy training program helps faith leaders learn the basic concepts of Bowen family systems theory\, gain greater self-awareness\, improve relationship skills\, and become more proficient in applying systems thinking to real life situations at home and in the ministry setting.  As a result\, many clergy report that they are able to stay in ministry\, better manage themselves when the congregation is stirred up\, and enjoy enhanced family relationships\, which in turn\, has a profound effect on their ministry. \nEach session includes didactic teaching on the basic concepts of theory\, applications to family and ministry dilemmas\, and reflection on participants’ own real life stories from family and work settings.  Suggested readings and opportunities for viewing online video recordings will be available for participants wishing to learn more in between sessions.  Three individual supervision sessions will be available to each participant. \nHere are the details: \nWHO: Individuals interested in learning or further learning about Bowen family systems theory. \nWHAT: An opportunity to think\, review and apply Bowen family systems theory to personal and family life\, ministry settings\, and the larger society.  Faculty presentations\, guest presenters\, suggested readings\, questions for self-observation\, and group discussions will focus on using theory as a guide in these challenging times. \nWHEN: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.  Virtual Zoom Sessions will be held on the first Monday of the month as follows: \nOct 4\, 2021; Nov 1\, 2021; Dec 6\, 2021; Jan 3\, 2022; Feb 7\, 2022; Mar 7\, 2022; Apr 4\, 2022; and May 2\, 2022. \nWHERE: Zoom Online \nCOST: $600 for the year (8 three-hour sessions and three optional individual supervision sessions). \nHOW TO REGISTER: contact Rev. Julie Bergdahl (revjbb at verizon dot net\, or 215-536-8353) or Lee Gardner (leegardner at verizon dot net or 609-203-0162) to indicate your interest.  Payment shall be made and sent to: Princeton Family Center for Education\, PO Box 331\, Pennington\, NJ 08534 or via Venmo (@Princeton-FamilyCenter) or PayPal (https://paypal.me/pfce).
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/managing-self-in-challenging-times/2021-10-04/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Roster
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pfce-16-9-cal.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210914T155544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T155544Z
UID:13876-1632304800-1632312000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:LDR 'Muck and Gut' Training
DESCRIPTION:Interested in helping your neighbors following Hurricane Ida? Please join to learn the basics of helping survivors clean up after Ida and other natural disasters during a webinar on Wednesday\, Sept. 22\, from 10 am to noon. This workshop is offered by Lutheran Disaster Response in partnership with Lutheran Congregational Services.\n\nRegister online\nDownload a flyer
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/ldr-muck-and-gut-training/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/MuckAndGut.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Menzo":MAILTO:jmenzo@libertylutheran.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210729T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210706T144010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T144010Z
UID:13537-1627556400-1627556400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Helping Victims/Survivors of Sexual Abuse
DESCRIPTION:For Rostered Ministers: Barbara Keller\, the ELCA’s consultant for prevention of sexual misconduct\, will host an hour-long Zoom workshop engaging best practices for helping victims/survivors of sexual abuse in our congregations.\n\nThe sessions will be Thursday\, July 29 and Tuesday\, August 3\, at 11 am Eastern (10 am Central). She writes: “I will answer questions about other abusive issues as well ways to help pastors when victims want to talk about past sexual abuse. If you would like to participate\, contact Jenna Leazott by email. We will provide information about recording the session. If you plan to be on the zoom\, please prepare some questions.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/helping-victims-survivors-of-sexual-abuse/2021-07-29/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Roster
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/E-Learning-16-9-500.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210706T144707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T144707Z
UID:13541-1626267600-1626273000@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Bishop Zoom Call with Rostered Ministers
DESCRIPTION:Rostered Ministers will receive information via email.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/bishop-zoom-call-with-rostered-ministers/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Zoom-screen-16-9-500.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210510T220533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T220533Z
UID:12978-1622124000-1622129400@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Comfort My People - Trauma and Resilience in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:For SEPA Synod rostered ministers. \nThe Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod invites rostered ministers to a series of three timely webinars on Trauma and Resilience in Ministry. This FREE workshop is facilitated by LeaderWise. \nThe series starts next week on Thursday\, May 13. Please register ASAP so we can ensure a critical mass\, but your attendance is important to us even if you decide 15 minutes in advance! When registering\, please indicate which sessions you plan to attend. \nToday’s world has certainly caused varying levels of trauma for almost all of us. And even if you feel like you’ve fared pretty well\, undoubtedly you know someone who is having a tougher time\, either in your family\, your social circle\, or in your congregation. This workshop provides a place to explore trauma and its effects – in learning and conversation together with colleagues\, facilitated by LeaderWise staff. The workshop will be presented over 3 parts\, 3 weeks in a row (each week from 2:00 – 3:30 Eastern): \n5/13: Education on trauma\, what it is and its effects and pervasiveness.\n5/20: Reflecting on personal trauma due to the pandemic\, systemic racism events of the past year\, political strife and division\, and other significant events in your lives.\n5/27: Trauma in your churches – exploring how to help your people/congregations heal. \nAdditionally\, first call pastors will have the opportunity to engage in additional conversation to process their learning and reflection. Each week\, first call pastors will meet with one of the facilitators from 3:30 – 5:00 Eastern (a break between the two sessions will be incorporated).\nREGISTER NOW \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsceippzkrG9CToYiKqN2LVkbZnX9gDwzo \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n“Girl and Grief” by x1klima is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/comfort-my-people-trauma-and-resilience-in-ministry-3/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/18118239630_ce9fd06d5f_k.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Karen Sease":MAILTO:ksease@sepa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210510T205122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T205723Z
UID:12937-1622113200-1622118600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:How We Do Digital Ministry
DESCRIPTION:A presentation and Q&A session on taking digital ministry to the next level by Christopher Harris of Faith Growth Inc. Thursday\, May 27 at 11 am on Zoom. You’ll learn:\n\n\nWhat visitor-friendly church websites look like\nWhat are the most important web pages you need to engage new visitors (i.e. what we’ve learned from building 100+ church websites)\nWhat roles social media\, podcasts and other digital communications can play in your ministry\n\n\nPlease note: A recording will be available after the webinar. Your name and email will be shared with Faith Growth so they can solicit feedback on the presentation.\n\n\nRegister now at\nhttps://ministrylink.org/dig-min\n\nDownload poster to share
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/how-we-do-digital-ministry/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/FaithGrowthCal.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210510T220412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T220412Z
UID:12976-1621519200-1621524600@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Comfort My People - Trauma and Resilience in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:For SEPA Synod rostered ministers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod invites rostered ministers to a series of three timely webinars on Trauma and Resilience in Ministry. This FREE workshop is facilitated by LeaderWise.\n\nThe series starts next week on Thursday\, May 13. Please register ASAP so we can ensure a critical mass\, but your attendance is important to us even if you decide 15 minutes in advance! When registering\, please indicate which sessions you plan to attend.\n\nToday’s world has certainly caused varying levels of trauma for almost all of us. And even if you feel like you’ve fared pretty well\, undoubtedly you know someone who is having a tougher time\, either in your family\, your social circle\, or in your congregation. This workshop provides a place to explore trauma and its effects – in learning and conversation together with colleagues\, facilitated by LeaderWise staff. The workshop will be presented over 3 parts\, 3 weeks in a row (each week from 2:00 – 3:30 Eastern):\n\n\n5/13: Education on trauma\, what it is and its effects and pervasiveness.\n5/20: Reflecting on personal trauma due to the pandemic\, systemic racism events of the past year\, political strife and division\, and other significant events in your lives.\n5/27: Trauma in your churches – exploring how to help your people/congregations heal.\n\n\nAdditionally\, first call pastors will have the opportunity to engage in additional conversation to process their learning and reflection. Each week\, first call pastors will meet with one of the facilitators from 3:30 – 5:00 Eastern (a break between the two sessions will be incorporated).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsceippzkrG9CToYiKqN2LVkbZnX9gDwzo\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\n\n\n\n\n“Girl and Grief” by x1klima is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/comfort-my-people-trauma-and-resilience-in-ministry-2/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/18118239630_ce9fd06d5f_k.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Karen Sease":MAILTO:ksease@sepa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210510T215820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T125421Z
UID:12971-1621508400-1621513800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Ministry in the New Abnormal Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Join your peers and Pastor Bob Fisher 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/communications-office-hours/2021-05-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Communications
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Zoom-Meeting-16-9.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Bob Fisher":MAILTO:bob@kairoscommunities.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T131916
CREATED:20210510T210338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T220302Z
UID:12940-1620914400-1620919800@ministrylink.org
SUMMARY:Comfort My People - Trauma and Resilience in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:For SEPA Synod rostered ministers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod invites rostered ministers to a series of three timely webinars on Trauma and Resilience in Ministry. This FREE workshop is facilitated by LeaderWise.\n\nThe series starts next week on Thursday\, May 13. Please register ASAP so we can ensure a critical mass\, but your attendance is important to us even if you decide 15 minutes in advance! When registering\, please indicate which sessions you plan to attend.\n\nToday’s world has certainly caused varying levels of trauma for almost all of us. And even if you feel like you’ve fared pretty well\, undoubtedly you know someone who is having a tougher time\, either in your family\, your social circle\, or in your congregation. This workshop provides a place to explore trauma and its effects – in learning and conversation together with colleagues\, facilitated by LeaderWise staff. The workshop will be presented over 3 parts\, 3 weeks in a row (each week from 2:00 – 3:30 Eastern):\n\n\n5/13: Education on trauma\, what it is and its effects and pervasiveness.\n5/20: Reflecting on personal trauma due to the pandemic\, systemic racism events of the past year\, political strife and division\, and other significant events in your lives.\n5/27: Trauma in your churches – exploring how to help your people/congregations heal.\n\n\nAdditionally\, first call pastors will have the opportunity to engage in additional conversation to process their learning and reflection. Each week\, first call pastors will meet with one of the facilitators from 3:30 – 5:00 Eastern (a break between the two sessions will be incorporated).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsceippzkrG9CToYiKqN2LVkbZnX9gDwzo\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\n\n\n\n\n“Girl and Grief” by x1klima is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/comfort-my-people-trauma-and-resilience-in-ministry/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministrylink.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/18118239630_ce9fd06d5f_k.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Karen Sease":MAILTO:ksease@sepa.org
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