Course Dates:April 28 – May 9, 2025 Do you find writing a 3-5 minute children’s sermon more intimidating than a 20 minute adult sermon? You’re not alone. Preparing and delivering a children’s sermon can be daunting, and countless people admit to being terrified at the thought of being asked to do so. Fear not — […]
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Course Dates:April 28 – May 9, 2025 This course is for persons called to lead Christian retreats who are looking for ways to guide those they shepherd to grow in the intimacy of abiding in Jesus. Equipped by this two-week course, leaders ranging from the inexperienced to persons with more leadership experience can design retreats centered in the stories of Jesus. You will learn how to design experiences that focus on […]
$75
Our next book discussion will be on April 28 at 10:30 AM… Total Garbage: How We Can Fix Our Waste and Heal Our World by Edward Humes Bookshop; Barnes & Noble; AbeBooks; ThriftBooks Ask a friend to join us: Book Discussions are on Zoom on the third Mondays at 10:30 a.m. We usually take a break from meeting in […]
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Are you passionate about reaching those outside the traditional church setting? Fresh Expressions offers not just a vision for how to engage people in new and different ways, but also a set of markers that guide this adventure. We call these markers the Fresh Expression Journey and these guideposts have shown the way for thousands […]
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Michael Roberts is the senior pastor at First United Methodist Church, Jonesboro, Arkansas. Michael has written a series of books based on John Wesley’s sermons, each set in a particular season of the church year. His new book in the series, Radically Blessed: The Core Teachings of Jesus through the Sermons of John Wesley, is based on […]
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What do you need to take the next step to improve your personal health? Join us for an integrated approach to wellness! This 4-part series is designed for individuals ready to learn in a supportive community and commit to moving toward their personal vision of health and wellbeing. Guided by Solita Denard, participants will develop […]
$229
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1 event,Live from Wespath is a no-cost virtual event exclusively for UMC clergy and lay featuring information and insights from Wespath about investments, benefits and well-being to help you better navigate your daily life and the general UMC environment. Your registration allows you to participate in the entire event or simply drop in for the segment(s) […]
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Join Rev. David Felten, co-creator of Living the Questions, for Eclipsing Empire: Paul, Rome, and the Kingdom of God Zoom Study. Beginning Thursday, May 1st from 10am – noon (Arizona time/MST), this online (ZOOM) webinar will continue each Thursday through July 17th. Registration includes twelve online Zoom sessions facilitated by pastor David along with supplemental study materials. […]
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Faith Talks are monthly conversations with United Women in Faith hosted by Jennifer R. Farmer, Spotlight PR.Each conversation explores themes and resources that empower us to put faith, hope and love into action.
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The Corridor district is pleased to offer this Zoom course, open to all laity. Leading Worship meets the worship requirement for those seeking to become certified lay speakers. This course also counts as an “advanced course” for certified lay servants or anyone in need of continuing education to renew their certification.
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5 events,Course Dates: May 5 – 23, 2025 This course is for those who enjoy reading the Bible but feel they are not fully understanding and getting the depth of the Scripture. It is a three-week course that will give you the skills and techniques to guide both novice and seasoned reader through the Bible while maintaining normal routines, and without taking away from […]
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Course Dates: May 5 – 16, 2025 “Addiction and Spirituality” is a transformative course designed to explore the profound impact of spiritual practices on overcoming addiction. It delves into various spiritual traditions and their healing techniques, offering tools for personal growth and recovery. This course is perfect for those seeking to understand the role of spirituality in […]
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Course Dates: May 5 – 16, 2025 This course is for clergy and laity who are serving persons with mental health issues. The two-week course will equip learners to engage those who suffer, battle, and overcome this misunderstood condition, destigmatizing the issue without simplifying it. Participants will explore what mental illness is and how it is experienced, will examine the complexity of […]
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Join Rev. Dr. Kymberley Clemons-Jones for a two-part workshop on Rizpah, a Biblical woman whose story inspires and informs our call to interrupt the school-to-prison pipeline today. This interactive workshop series explores the powerful story of Rizpah (2 Samuel 21), a mother who stood in defiant love and unwavering commitment to justice. Her actions are […]
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This webinar will address the shifting U.S. political landscape and the urgent immigration policy threats affecting immigrant communities. It will also highlight how donor support advances immigration justice and will include a live Q&A with ILJ’s Co-Executive Directors, Alba Jaramillo and Melissa Bowe, reinforcing the impact and engagement of our supporters. When the government attempts […]
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3 events,Would you like tools to equip your faith community to care for and restore our ecosystems? Do you want to inspire your church to honor the interconnectedness of all Creation?JustFaith Ministries’ small group programs provide everything you need to facilitate a holy and healthy dialogue around understanding the climate crisis and impacts on our ecosystem, […]
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Our churches are aging, our congregations are shrinking, and young adults are disengaging with faith at an alarming rate. Join us for an exciting webinar based on his new book Followers Under 40, exploring how younger generations can deepen their engagement with Jesus and the church today. We’ll discuss the challenges facing the church, the unique […]
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As headlines change on a daily – if not hourly – basis, we wonder what our collective future looks like as we also harbor anxieties about our own individual well-being. This series will help you support yourself and also your families and greater communities as we fight for a better future than the one that’s […]
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Join us on May 7, 2025 from 12-1pm EST for a webinar to learn about RAFI’s 2025 policy campaigns, how they were chosen, and how you can help fight for policies that support farmers and farming communities! RSVP to receive a zoom link. This event is open to members of RAFI’s Policy Action Network. Not […]
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Did you know that there are no federal protections that guarantee citizens a right to food in the United States? Researcher and professor Josh Lohnes will lead a conversation on the right to food framework, exploring its core principles, policy implications, and practical applications. This webinar will also highlight successful examples of this framework in […]
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4 events,Course Dates: May 12 – 30, 2025 As a clergy member or laity in a leadership position, you know we are to be the church not just in the building, but also in our homes and in our communities. This course will help you develop guidelines that cover administration and finances, as well as procedural guidelines […]
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Course Dates: May 12 – 23, 2025 Do you feel stagnant in your prayer life and long for a more intimate connection with God? By tapping into your creative side—one you may not even have known existed—you can experience the joy of two-way communication with the original Creator and realize that God is a participant in your prayer life rather than a passive receiver. The two-week course will explore […]
$60
Course Dates: May 12 – 23, 2025 We have a unique and vital role to play in suicide prevention but many of us face the same quandary, which is how to work with someone who is suicidal. Many different perspectives on suicide contribute to some confusion which is why we need help knowing how to […]
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Email jeannemmurray@gmail.com to sign up for the monthly book club meetings.
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1 event,As headlines change on a daily – if not hourly – basis, we wonder what our collective future looks like as we also harbor anxieties about our own individual well-being. This series will help you support yourself and also your families and greater communities as we fight for a better future than the one that’s […]
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4 events,Join AC COSROWs from across the connection for an opportunity to connect, learn, and share within the COSROW community. These virtual gatherings offer networking, resource sharing, and idea exchange in a welcoming environment. Grab your beverage of choice, engage in insightful discussions, and contribute to a vibrant network that fosters growth and collaboration. Let’s come […]
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Join us for Overcoming Anxiety and Worry with Rev. Timothy Fryar. Register Now
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If your congregation is not actively working to better understand these rising generations, their spirituality as well as what moves them to generosity, you might as well put an expiration date on your church. Join Rev. Ken Sloane, Director of Stewardship & Generosity and his special guest, Rev. Eddie Rester, current lead pastor of Lovers […]
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1 event,Join members of the Academy #43 leadership team including Molly Vetter (Retreat Leader), Pat Luna (Theologian), Shalom Agtarap (Covenant Groups), Joscie Cutchens (Hospitality), and Susan Morgan (Worship), as well as Academy Director, Johnny Sears, for a free, one-hour session via Zoom on Friday, May 16 at 3:00 PM Central Time to help discern whether the […]
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Featuring: Brian McLaren, James Finley, Carmen Acevedo Butcher, and Pico Iyer In a world that feels overwhelmed by uncertainty, how do we become a calming, healing presence for ourselves and others? Growing numbers of people — including many disillusioned by organized religion — are discovering guidance in the ancient wisdom of the Christian contemplative tradition. […]
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1 event,Course Dates: May 19 – June 1, 2025 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 […]
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3 events,As headlines change on a daily – if not hourly – basis, we wonder what our collective future looks like as we also harbor anxieties about our own individual well-being. This series will help you support yourself and also your families and greater communities as we fight for a better future than the one that’s […]
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Support and Friendship for Dinner Church Leaders You lead a dinner church, or you want to someday. How do you get started, stay on track, and make sure your table community is becoming a church? Dinner Church is a recovery of the simple, meal-based gatherings of Jesus and the early Church. But even though the […]
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If you’ve ever wondered how your church, book club, or small group can better understand and support refugees and immigrants, you’re not alone. That’s why we’re inviting you to a special online event hosted by Global Refuge, a partner of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Join Rev. Eric Shafer (Global Refuge pastor in […]
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2 events,As a ministry leader and practitioner, you’ve got questions – questions about time, money, and (maybe most importantly) conflict within the church. And answers abound. But not all answers are helpful, nor are they created equal. That’s why esteemed advisor Lovett Weems not only compiled this list of pressing, pertinent, and perennial questions that leaders […]
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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 […]
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Traumatic memories are formed differently than normal memories, and can be more intense and longer lasting. In addition, we can inform our own traumatic memories by rehearsing them. This looks like retelling the event to others, to ourselves, or writing it down. When we do this, we are at risk of introducing inaccuracies and potentially […]
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1 event,Our last book discussion before Summer Break will be on: TUESDAY, May 27 at 10:30. Our usual Monday will be Memorial Day, so we will meet a day later in May. Our next book discussion will be on TUESDAY, May 27 at 10:30 AM… Donut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist […]
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