Learning for International Faith Engagement Seminars (L.I.F.E.)

  (L.I.F.E.) LEARNING FOR INTERNATIONAL FAITH ENGAGEMENT SEMINARS (formerly “Mission Trip Leaders’ Seminars”):   Fall 2014 Seminar Ottawa, ON Register   November 29-30, 2014 Registration Deadline is Nov 9   $360 (This is a non-residential program. Participants needing accommodation can arrange their own)        

Narrative Lectionary Workdays—Christmas Through Spring 2016: The Gospel of Mark

  October 7 -8, 2015    Narrative Lectionary Workdays—Christmas Through Spring 2016: The Gospel of Mark Bible From Christmas 2015 through spring 2016, the Narrative Lectionary will be based on the Gospel of Mark.  The workdays are designed for those using the Narrative Lectionary this year. Sessions include: An introduction to the unique themes of the …
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New Visions for the Long Pastorate

KAIROS COURSES July 13-15, 2015                   New Visions for the Long Pastorate Leadership Research conducted by Roy Oswald while a senior consultant with the Alban Institute indicated that there are some real challenges to remaining effective within a long pastorate. When in one pastorate for more than seven to nine years, some negative dynamics can begin …
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Walking Our Spiritual Path: Reflections on the Spirituality of the Cherokee People

  Continuing Education CEUs are available for continuing education. These courses may also be taken by seminarians as individual studies.   “Walking Our Spiritual Path: Reflections on the Spirituality of the Cherokee People” March 10-15, 1015 Cherokee, NC Cost:  $350/double room; $500/single room. Hosted by Catholic Committee of Appalachia and sponsored by AMERC This continuing …
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Environment and Religion in Appalachia: Immersion Seminar

  Classes For Seminary Credit:   “Environment and Religion in Appalachia:  Immersion Seminar”   June 7-12, 2015 Hosted by Lutheran Theological Seminary, Gettysburg, PA and sponsored by AMERC Northern Appalachia is home to deeply-rooted local cultures in a beautiful landscape.  Conflicts defined by environmental and economic issues are fierce for both communities and churches.  This …
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Christ, Culture and Mission in Appalachia: Immersion Seminar

  Classes For Seminary Credit:   “Christ, Culture and Mission in Appalachia:  Immersion Seminar”   April 27-May 12, 2015    Hosted by Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, GA,  and sponsored by AMERC This is a 17-day immersion into the North Carolina Cherokee Nation and the coal-producing and agricultural counties of southeast Kentucky.  The residential bases will be Cherokee, …
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Multicultural Ministry and Mission

  Multi-cultural ministries reflect directly the changing ecclesial and global landscapes with migration and increased levels of diversity. They are confronted with tremendous personal, cultural, economic, and religious challenges. Multicultural Ministry and Mission, Bossey,  9-13 November 2015 Multi-cultural ministries reflect directly the changing ecclesial and global landscapes with migration and increased levels of diversity. They …
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Ecumenical Formation for Specialized Ministries

  Ecumenical Formation for Specialized Ministries, Bossey, 21-25 September 2015 This seminar for colleagues of specialized ministries offers an introduction to the ecumenical movement, especially the World Council of Churches. The curriculum gives especially to new staff in specialized ministries the opportunity to get to know the ecumenical movement and its organizational expressions and provides …
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