The Theology, Medicine, and Culture Initiative at Duke Divinity School is hosting the fifth seminar in its spring seminar series, “Background Beliefs and Bioethics” with Gilbert Meilaender, Ph.D., senior research professor at Valparaiso University and author of many books and articles in the field of Christian ethics.  He is co-editor (with William Werpehowski) of the Oxford Handbook of Theological Ethics and […]

Global Ministries seeks U.S.-based United Methodists to lead grassroots environmental projects that are action-oriented, anti-racist, bold and entrepreneurial. Global Ministries EarthKeepers is a training program that equips US-based United Methodists to launch and grow environmental projects in their communities. Topics include eco-theology, anti-racism, community organizing, and project planning. All participants plan a project during the […]

The annual Interfaith Scholar Weekend will feature a discussion of "Sabbath Economics: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Crises." This event is cosponsored by a number of faith communities in the Central Valley and includes collaborations with Fresno Pacific University and Fresno City College. The presenting scholars are the collaborative team of Dr. Elaine Enns, a restorative […]

The annual Interfaith Scholar Weekend will feature a discussion of "Sabbath Economics: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Crises." This event is cosponsored by a number of faith communities in the Central Valley and includes collaborations with Fresno Pacific University and Fresno City College. The presenting scholars are the collaborative team of Dr. Elaine Enns, a restorative […]

This course will expand upon basic public speaking and the foundations necessary for preparing an engaging sermon. Included are various types of sermons – from exegetical to topical to children’s sermons – as well as how to find a story, use the hymnal, and how to move from communication on paper to beyond the paper. […]

Mother Teresa served the poorest of the poor throughout her life. Even though her work was known worldwide, she never took credit for her accomplishments and always tried to divert the attention she received to God. However, she struggled with darkness in her interior life. “If I ever become a Saint-I will surely be one […]

Mother Teresa served the poorest of the poor throughout her life. Even though her work was known worldwide, she never took credit for her accomplishments and always tried to divert the attention she received to God. However, she struggled with darkness in her interior life. “If I ever become a Saint-I will surely be one […]

Many denominations suggest leadership and committee structures for its churches but not all congregations thrive in the same type of organization.  Rural congregations may need frameworks that take into consideration rural perspectives and ways of life.   This three-week course offers laity and clergy the opportunity to explore their unique positions in rural leadership, how to discern how their church […]

Many denominations suggest leadership and committee structures for its churches but not all congregations thrive in the same type of organization.  Rural congregations may need frameworks that take into consideration rural perspectives and ways of life.   This three-week course offers laity and clergy the opportunity to explore their unique positions in rural leadership, how to discern how their church […]

In March we will be discussing Rage Against the Minivan by Kristin Howerton https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/198482516X... If the date for this meeting doesn't work for you but you are interested in reading along with us, please let me know -- lcollins@nccumc.org Zoom link: https://nccumc.zoom.us/j/93215428285

In March we will be discussing Rage Against the Minivan by Kristin Howerton https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/198482516X... If the date for this meeting doesn't work for you but you are interested in reading along with us, please let me know -- lcollins@nccumc.org Zoom link: https://nccumc.zoom.us/j/93215428285

Congregational stories are the hidden treasures of churches. We’ll explore how they can be mined for learning, spiritual growth, and discernment of God’s ongoing call so that churches move forward rather than linger in the past. We will share resources and hands-on tools to help unearth the power of storytelling and to encourage fruitful storytelling […]