The RESTORE conference will be looking at an understanding of God gleaned from Scripture which shapes our call as Christians – the work of God in restoring humanity taken up by the church.  During the two day conference we will be covering such things as the solicitude of God and how this is to be …
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In order to deliver content to better meet expectations, we are offering two workshops. Mental Health and Conflict Introduction and Mental Health and Conflict Advanced.  See workshop descriptions below for more details: MENTAL HEALTH AND CONFLICT: INTRODUCTION Instructor: Marg Van Herk-Paradis As we gain a greater awareness of and recognize the impact mental health challenges have in …
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To which biblical passages do we turn when we are hurting and angry? What do judgment, mercy and forgiveness mean when the Body of Christ is torn by conflict? This workshop assumes that the Bible is a critical conversation partner when we experience conflict in our congregation. As a group, participants will be invited to wrestle theologically and biblically toward a …
View course details “Forming Peaceable Congregations: A Biblical Perspective”

This workshop is being delivered online Recognizing that our social structures and personal biases can get in the way of commitment to respecting our colleagues and community members,  this interactive workshop will engage themes of prejudice, power and privilege in a manner that honours all voices in the room while also challenging the biases and …
View course details “Transforming Power, Prejudice and Privilege: Building equitable, diverse and inclusive communities and organizations”

This highly interactive and educational workshop invites you to consider the building blocks that create conflict and those that assist or detract in conflict’s resolution. The workshop includes reflection, conversation, and exercises as conflicts are studied and models for addressing conflicts are considered. Significant time will be given to skill building for effective speaking and …
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Join this livestream conference, with several in-person sessions as we are able, sponsored by the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship and the Center for Excellence in Preaching, located at Calvin University and Calvin Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Page updated on 10/13/2021. Registration and schedule information Join our email list for monthly “Calvin Symposium on …
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Methodism has been fueled by an entrepreneurial spirit that empowers communities of faith to pursue the holistic vision of human flourishing found in Scripture. In this course, you’ll explore the wisdom offered by Methodism’s rich history of entrepreneurship and learn to imagine fresh ways you and your church can bear witness to the reign of …
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Our Discernment Pathway process is holistic, communal and practice oriented. It’s a safe and resource rich environment to ask questions, learn and work out in community how God might be directing you. What to expect? Bi-weeky online learning cohort – we’ll create a community of practice as we discern together Curated experiences, spiritual practices, resources …
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Over the course of seven months, you and members of your faith community will discover a Spirit-led way forward—past the noise and beyond the walls that separate us. By activating and encouraging curiosity, you can experiment in a place that’s safe enough to ask hard questions and discover answers that empower and sustain. WHAT HAPPENS …
View course details “Faithful Innovation Online Community”