November 12-14, 2013 EVERYDAY FAITH: EQUIPPING CHRISTIANS FOR THEIR CALLINGS IN GOD’S WORLD Too many Christians struggle to make meaningful connections between their faith and the complicated lives they now lead in their homes, workplaces and communities. Less motivated by custom and duty, they long for a compelling, outward looking vision of the Christian …
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November 9, 2013 RENEW: CHURCH MARKETING 101 A series of critical conversations for congregational ministry teams hosted by Luther Seminary. Share your church’s messages more effectively by learning to think more strategically about current communications tools and tactics. Reduced tuition of $39 per person when two or more persons from the same congregation register …
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November 6, 2013 WEBCAST LECTIONARY STUDY – ADVENT THROUGH EPIPHANY Dig into the Sunday readings for the upcoming season with members of Luther Seminary’s Bible faculty. Lectures and group discussion will fill you with theological insights and preaching ideas for the months ahead. Register Online Now! Dates: November 6, 2013 Seminar Leader: …
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November 6, 2013 CLASSROOM LECTIONARY STUDY ADVENT THROUGH EPIPHANY Dig into the Sunday readings for the upcoming season with members of Luther Seminary’s Bible faculty. Lectures and group discussion will fill you with theological insights and preaching ideas for the months ahead. Register Online Now! Dates: November 6, 2013 Seminar Leaders: Craig …
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October 28 – November 1, 2013 INTENTIONAL INTERIM MINISTRY (PHASE 1) The National Association of Lutheran Interim Pastors’ basic education curriculum is designed for clergy and lay professionals to introduce participants to the practice of intentional interim ministry. Although focusing on Lutheran theology and polity, the event is open to all lay leaders and …
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October 9, 2013 THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MATTHEW: PREACHING THROUGH “THE CHURCH’S GOSPEL” IN YEAR A In the Gospel according to Matthew, Jesus speaks words of deep comfort(“Blessed are the poor in spirit”) and words of stringent judgment (“Bind him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness”). It’s a Gospel that …
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From Christmas 2013 through the spring of 2014, the Narrative Lectionary will be based on the Gospel of John. The workdays are designed for those who are using the Narrative Lectionary this year or are interested in learning more about the Narrative Lectionary. Sessions include: An introduction to the unique themes of the Gospel …
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September 28, 2013 RENEW: ADULT FAITH FORMATION A series of critical conversations for congregational ministry teams hosted by Luther Seminary. Gain fresh ideas and insights for cultivating the faith lives of adults in your congregation. Reduced tuition of $39 per person when two or more persons from the same congregation register at the same …
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September 24-26, 2013 PROCESS PREACHING: SPEAKING FREELY IN THE EXTEMPORANEOUS MODE Have you ever tried to get away from reading your sermons? Over the years many pastors hone their skills at writing and are able to fill their sermons each week with creative and inspiring material. The problem comes with delivering those carefully crafted …
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September 17, 2013 CLASSROOM LECTIONARY STUDY PROPERS 20-29 Dig into the Sunday readings for the upcoming season with members of Luther Seminary’s Bible faculty. Lectures and group discussion will fill you with theological insights and preaching ideas for the months ahead. Register Online Now! Dates: September 17, 2013 Seminar Leaders: Eric Barreto, Assistant Professor …
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