The Heart of Congregational Vibrancy: Intentional Faith Formation After Christendom November 1-3, 2016 Vocation Vibrant Christian congregations intentionally focus their ministries on the formation of Christian faith. While this may sound obvious, most of us actually operate on the assumption that Christian faith has been formed somewhere else—in the home or in the culture—and therefore focus our …
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Preparing Congregations for Mission: Moving from Reflection to Action This course integrates a theology of mission and the insights of asset-based community development to give clergy and lay leaders an urgently-needed toolkit for helping faith communities join in God’s mission. Especially relevant for leaders and faith communities at transition points, this course will delve into …
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Change & Conflict in Your Congregation (Even if You Hate Both) Workshop ID: G16S1023 Dates: October 10, 2016 – October 15, 2016 Price: $525.00 – $1,125.00 Based on the book of the same title, this workshop offers a way to see conflict and change in congregations as natural and normal. Indeed, what if conflict was …
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  The North American Association For The Catechumenate   NAAC’s 2015 ANNUAL GATHERING will be held July 30-Aug. 1, 2015 in Baltimore, MD.  “Transforming Congregations Through Spiritual Practice: Creating a Discipleship Community” is the theme. Featured speakers are Jessicah Duckworth and Paul Hoffman. Flyer for the Gathering posted here. Brochure for the Gathering here. Bios …
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  Christian Formation Conference June 13-17, 2016 The largest event of its kind in The Episcopal Church provides four days of learning, fellowship, refreshment and renewal with some of the Church’s top educators. Web page and registration coming soon.  

  February 22, 2015 – February 24, 2015 Modern Voices Answering Ancient Calls Inspiring actions and remarkable results will be the focus of the 2015 Bowen Conference as the Rev. Dan Matthews, former rector of Trinity Wall Street, and the Rt. Rev. Charles Duvall, retired Bishop of the Central Gulf Coast, join forces to present …
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  VST Academy @ Hillhurst United, Calgary Friday, Oct. 24 & Saturday Oct. 25, Hillhurst United Church, 1227 Kensington Close NW, Calgary Fishing Tips: 9 Things that Help Grow a Church with John Pentland This course will lead students through nine factors—theological, Jesus-centred and culture centred—that help churches grow. The course will encourage fishing ‘on …
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  TRANSFORMING CHURCHES SEMINAR Transforming Churches – a Journey of the People of God July 28-30, 2014 A formational learning experience for church leaders and those who serve in a consultative role with congregations. Participants will discover in Journey of the People of God the critical movements and supports that cultivate mission-focused congregations. Introducing more …
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  Vital Church Maritimes 2014 Conference – “Groundhog Day: Seeking Signs of Hope” Keynote Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Michael Moynagh, Director of Research, Fresh Expressions, UK Monday, February 03, 2014 1:00 PM – Wednesday, February 05, 2014 12:00 PM. Bedford, NS. Click here for details and to register.

  Church for Every Context Plans for Vital Church Planting 2014 are advancing well. The conference will run from  January 30th-February 1st, 2014, at St. Paul`s, Bloor Street, in downtown Toronto. Speakers are Mike Moynagh & Joe Manafo Read their bios here. Registration opens later this month! Conference website VCP 2014 Facebook page