POWER OF FORGIVENESS Workshop

Understanding forgiveness is the first key to being able to forgive. Learn how to identify the stages of forgiveness on the journey to letting go. Explore how to release negative emotions of hurt, anger, blame and hatred so you can live more fully alive.This Retreat will provide a caring and nurturing environmentto work through the …
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Retreat: Intro to Sacred music of the Abrahamic faiths for Resilience and Soothing Uncertainty

Experience introspective and ecstatic practices of three ancient spiritual paths: Kabbalistic-Judaism, Early Contemplative Christianity and Sufi-Islam. This unique experiential seminar will journey deep into sacred music chanting, and spiritual mindfulness practices, drawing from the hidden wisdom of the traditions of the Near East. These practices result in heart opening, increased compassion, deepening of inner explorations, …
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Creating Congregations of Belonging for People of All Abilities

People with Down syndrome, autism, ADHD, learning differences, dementia, medical challenges, and other differences of ability are treasured by God and should be treasured in every church. This online course provides the framework and practical tools to shape a congregation where people of varying abilities and disabilities can participate and belong. INSTRUCTED BY: John. D. …
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Christian Mindfulness and Pandemic Life

This course provides an introduction to mindfulness within a Christian perspective, applying the practice to the context of the Covid-10 pandemic and other current events. Participants will be expected to engage in reading, writing, discussion, and mindfulness practice. INSTRUCTED BY: Irene Kraegel, Director, Center for Counseling and Wellness, Calvin University | Author, The Mindful Christian …
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Caring in Christian Communities: A Pastoral Care Workshop

This three-session online course is designed to help participants’ grow in their  understandings of the definition and scope of Christian pastoral care through practical exercises, reflection, and discussion. Together, we will practice active listening, consider the ethical dimensions of Christian pastoral care, and reflect on caregiving in select circumstances. This course is designed for lay …
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Frame Your Coaching

Are you ready to take your coaching to the next level? Coaching begins with training, but it doesn’t stop there. Gathering information is good and gaining skills is necessary. Ultimately, that work creates the foundation for what comes next: empowering actual clients to embrace growth and overcome obstacles. The difference between good coaches and great …
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Festival of Homiletics 2022: After the Storm: Preaching and Trauma

Preaching After the Storm Preachers, we are confronting a collective trauma and we have yet to realize fully its global, national, ecclesial, and individual effects. There’s no going back to life before the storm. So what does our preaching need to be and do going forward? If COVID-19 has taught us anything homiletically, it’s that …
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Understanding Grief

Are you experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one, the loss of a marriage, or the breakup of a relationship? Grief is a natural response to loss. Understanding the Grief you are feeling is the first step to healing. Explore the many facets of grief and be guided through the process and …
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