Are you grieving the death of someone who was an important part of your life? Perhaps your spouse, child, parent, or close family member? Could it be a good friend, co-worker or neighbor? The loss that death brings is painful beyond words. No one can anticipate the emotional and spiritual agony that accompanies it. Life […]
This year's seminar is featuring Dr. Frank Thomas, guest presenter, hosted by United Theological Seminary. We are living through a season of societal upheaval, suffering, and high-stress ministry. Divisive politics harden congregations and intensify trauma for members and clergy. This preaching conference seeks to unmask the cultural “gospels” that are limiting, the worldviews that may […]
A 7-week online course on Franciscan thought and practice with Franciscan Richard Rohr. Learn more about concepts like the Alternative Orthodoxy and how to cultivate Franciscan wisdom through reflection and engagement with the teaching. The Franciscan Way offers a unique window into Franciscan thought and practice. St. Francis of Assisi, an icon of gentleness and compassion, […]
The Church is God's method for spreading the good news of Jesus, connecting people in community and helping the hurting in our community. Today's congregations struggle to involve their members and engage their neighborhoods. How do you inspire your congregation to try new things and reach new people? Normal churches, led by regular pastors are […]
Safe Sanctuaries has long been a trusted source of policy and procedural guidance for abuse prevention in the church. First published in 1998, Safe Sanctuaries has guided churches and other affiliated institutions as they implement abuse prevention plans for children, youth, and vulnerable adults. A changing world, however, calls for new and updated approaches to the work of […]
Some of the most difficult questions a person will ever face may be centered around the end of life. Discussions of preferences and possibilities may seem to be filled with emotional landmines and possible hurt feelings. “Closing Conversations: An End-of-Life Care Guide” can help with answers to those thorny questions and smooth the process for […]
In a world full of personality assessments, the Enneagram stands apart for the ways that it not only describes our behavior (and the basis of that behavior) but for the ways it prescribes practices which can help us live more resourcefully. Join Kathy and Jim Reiter in this self-paced course (an adaptation of the 7-hour […]
In the believer’s journey through the spiritual landscape, one size doesn’t fit all–each traveler needs shoes that conform to the shape of the individual soul. A single regimen doesn’t work for all souls at various locations in that landscape. Gleaning from the first course in BeADisciple’s Certification in Spiritual Formation program (Spiritual Disciplines for Personal and Parish Renewal), this […]
Vivid in imagery, story, and emotion, the world of country music is a space where many turn to grieve, celebrate, endure, and even pray. “Country Music and the Christian Faith” is for learners who want to connect their love of music and their spiritual lives. This three-week course explores the connections between music, faith, and community without leaving behind the edgier […]
This two-week course is for visionary leaders who are ready to respond to calls given to groups rather than individuals. Each lesson will help you find where to stand against racism and each activity will work on how to build community with others who don’t see racism as a problem. We will look at several […]
The October COSROW Book Club selection is Call Us What We Carry by Amanda Gorman Join in a discussion of the book on October 17th at 1pm. https://nccumc.zoom.us/j/98737502045 Contact Lindsay Collins if you have questions -- lcollins@nccumc.org
A three-week online course where we gain a whole new understanding of the mystery of time, appreciate how Sabbath forms our identity, and gain tools for making Sabbath real and tangible. Time is not a scarce commodity to be managed, it is to be received and given. This course is for anyone who would like […]
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