Many different traditions have used prayer beads over the millennia, with the Catholic rosary the most well-known in Christian practice. Using a 33 bead model created in the 1980’s, Protestants are exploring and enjoying this means of contemplative prayer. In this webinar, we’ll assemble our own prayer bead strings from kits and spend some time practicing this calming, comforting, affirming prayer practice.
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The “Yes-And” of Ministry – Leaning into Improv
Join pastor and author MaryAnn McKibben Dana for a spirited exploration of “yes, and…” and other tools for faithful improvisation. We are all improvisers, often without realizing it. The focus of our time together will not be on acting and comedy skills, but on practices for thriving in the midst of chaotic, often unpredictable lives. Come for a tasty blend of scripture, theology, psychology, literature, pop culture, music, and more, as we dream, discuss, and play together.
Looking Up: Acknowledging Grief, Embracing Hope
Join author, birder, and pastor Courtney Ellis for an invitation into simple, gentle, creative spiritual practices that can encourage our hearts as we seek to live with open hands. Whether you’re holding the weight of grief, seeking to lead well through uncertain days, or just eager for a fresh encounter with the Spirit, Ellis is a wise and soulful guide.
Christian Unity in a World of Disunity
This webinar will take a look at why and how we are called to Christian unity and to interreligious hospitality, and it will give some practical guidelines and suggestions for how to live that out in the life of a local congregation
New Ideas for a New Year…Join us!
Since the New Year is an opportunity to refresh perspectives and ideas…why not join us on January 30 for a Day of Learning with this very goal? We’ll spend this […]
Safer Sanctuaries: A Train the Trainer Workshop
The Safe Sanctuaries Committee and the Center for Leadership Excellence present an advanced workshop in Safer Sanctuaries to prepare leaders to train others in their church… The purpose of this […]