Small congregations are not miniaturized big congregations. They have different challenges. Fortunately, they also have different strengths–ones that are deeply forming, urgently needed, and generally unavailable in big settings. Learn how to build with these strengths and stop imitating models that never fit to begin with. Join Teresa Stewart, author of The Small Church Advantage […]
This webinar is specifically for small church leaders. Just about everyone in United Methodist circles knows of Kay Kotan and Blake Bradford from their 2021 book, Mission Possible. In 2023, Kay and Blake released a new book, Mission Possible for the Small Church, focused on helping small church clergy and leaders understand the mission of the small church and […]
We start each new year with this webinar that is focused on the new member of the stewardship team, finance committee, or church council – those who are looking to get started strong right from the first week! In all things, connect your church’s money to mission and your people’s giving to their discipleship. We’ll […]
A spiritual study of the twelve steps through the lens of Richard Rohr’s book, Breathing Under Water. Learn to apply Alcoholics Anonymous’ guiding principles to your own life and addictions. REGISTRATION November 29 – January 9, 2024 START DATE January 17, 2024 LENGTH 15 weeks COST $120 In 15 weeks explore the 12 Steps through […]
Kim Gaubault recognizes that self-care is often the component that remains a form of intervention (after the break or the medical emergency) rather than a preventative measure. When we allow our bodies, minds and/or spirits to break down in the course of doing this work, we are not only putting ourselves at risk but we […]
This workshop explores mindful journaling as a creative practice for finding beauty in the everyday experience of being human. Mindful journaling is a contemplative practice that explores our inner landscape of beauty and nurtures compassionate awareness, creativity, and meaning. This practice can help us to cultivate resilience by finding beauty and light, even in times […]
Whether you're planning your VBS for this summer or looking for resources, RMN wants to help. As partners in ministry, we also want to know what else we can do! Special guest Nick Mundwiller, RMN's VBS Managing Editor, will share their expertise and insights on the JUST Like Me VBS and other resources available to […]
The Harbor District Creation Care Team invites you to join us for a 4-week study of Climate Justice: A Call to Hope and Action edited by Pat Watkins. The group will meet via zoom for 3-weeks and meet in person with dinner (at a central location) for the fourth and final session.Study begins on January 18, 2024 […]
Why does The United Methodist Church do things the way it does? And what does any of this have to do with trying to be a place and a people that embody the Kingdom of God? This course will help participants get their bearings and consider the specific structural challenges The United Methodist Church faces […]
Course Dates: January 22 – March 1, 2024 Many Christians believe they need to live perfect lives in order to earn their future rewards (whatever they consider those to be) and to get into heaven. Does that sound right to you? Do you ever ask yourself, “What is the purpose of living a good life […]
Course Dates: January 22 – March 1, 2024 The puzzle piece of autism, a traditional representation of this population, can be an important part of Jesus’ puzzle. Recent data shows that about 1 in 44 children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder*, but few churches have ministries that serve these children and their families. […]
Course Dates: January 22 – February 2, 2024 This course explores ministry within the church to those with severe mental illness: Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder and Personality Disorders. Mental illness is very prevalent in our churches. 1 in 5 have some form of mental illness and 1 in 20 have severe mental illness. (Mental […]
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