The last two centuries can be divided into four epochs: Agrarian, Industrial, Informational and now-Inventive. The Inventive Age – the currently reality – presents distinct opportunities for how faith communities think, what they value, and the tools they use. Presenter Doug Pagitt offers leaders in Christian communities (and beyond) essential frameworks for participation in the Inventive Age.
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Pioneering Leadership (United Church of Canada)
The webinar looks at 2 key issues:
1. What is a pioneering leader.
There are lots of suggestions of what leaders should be doing but little trying to analyze what pioneering leaders might look like. Presenter David Male will suggest there is not one simple answer to this question but some key issues to consider which impact the ministry of leaders greatly whatever their particular gifting. He will look at both biblical and practical material to help people approach this vital issue. He will particularly look at the ministry of Jesus to see what clues this might afford in his role as ‘pioneer and perfector of our faith.'(Hebrews 12:2)
2. What are the icebergs pioneering leaders face?
This section will examine the key issues that often trip up aspiring pioneers. David is very aware that pioneering leaders are often more susceptible to burn out and fall out so what are the issues that lurk under the surface but may easily cause a huge crash for unsuspecting leaders.
Presenter: David Male
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Getting Small Groups Right (United Church of Canada)
Small groups and peer mentoring is far and away the most effective strategy to mature Christians, include newer and younger people, and empower volunteers. But it isn’t easy to transition a traditional committee and task-based church into a small group church. This webinar coaches the basic principles and strategies for small groups in mainstream churches, and will allow plenty of time for sharing stumbling blocks and issues, and help people solve the problems and kick-start personal growth.
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Naked Spirituality (United Church of Canada)
In Naked Spirituality, Brian McLaren draws upon and integrates the work of several leaders in the fields of spiritual formation and human development to propose a four- stage model of spiritual development. Within that framework, he proposes twelve basic practices or postures of the heart that are essential to a life with God, rooting each practice in a single, simple word.
In this webinar, explore this four-stage framework and these twelve practices in approaching the question, “How do we help people learn to love God with all their heart, soul, strength, and mind?” Then, explore a related question – how the four-stage framework can assist Christian leaders in helping people to love their neighbors as themselves.
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Intercultural Ministries (United Church of Canada)
In 2006, The United Church of Canada made a commitment to becoming an intercultural church. Now, years later, how do people understand “intercultural”? How can people effectively engage with difference?
Presented by Adele Halliday, this webinar will be an interesting introduction to intercultural ministries, as well as offer helpful ideas for people who have already begun exploring what intercultural means in their congregations.
This webinar can help congregational leaders feel equipped to create intercultural spaces that are welcoming of diverse cultural communities. It will explore practical ways of what congregations can do around intercultural ministries, and will have tools, ideas, and resources for congregations.
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Introduction to Vision Days (United Church of Canada)
This webinar is designed to introduce your congregation to the EDGE Network for Ministry Development, who they are, how they work and why congregations could benefit. They will also walk through the EDGE introductory service: A Vision Day – how to get started, who and what is involved and why a congregation would start here.
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For the schedule of upcoming EDGE webinars, please check http://www.edge-ucc.ca/ webinars for more information. You can see our full listing of recorded webinars available for free and purchase at http://www.edge-ucc.ca/store.
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When Religion and Politics Meet: A Conversation About the Role of Religion in the Electoral Process (United Church of Christ)
This webinar explores the role of people of faith in politics, what that role may look like, and how people of faith – and houses of worship – can engage in the electoral process in a healing, respectful and responsible way. It considers the questions: What are some of the legal guidelines for participation by people of faith? What are some of the uses and misuses of religion in political campaigns, and how can people of faith promote civil, thoughtful dialogue across differences on critical issues of the day.
This on-demand webinar includes Rev. Welton Gaddy, President of the Interfaith Alliance, and K. Hollyn Hollman, general counsel, Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty and it explores ways that you and your congregation can become involved!
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Sex, Bodies, Spirit – The Roots of Sex Negativity in Western Christianity (part 3)
This is part of an ongoing informational and discussion series by Metropolitan Community Churches that advance this topic among clergy and churches from any denomination. All are invited to attend!
Rev. Dr. Robin Gorsline and Malachi Grennell are the authors of an exciting blog about sex, bodies, and spirit (sexbodiessspirit.net), and they are bringing their passion and expertise to a monthly gathering on Adobe Connect that will address issues of sex and spirit, in order to further advance this concern and educate all of us around the ongoing need for our churches.
Watch the Roots of Sex Negativity in Western Christian Part 3
Sex, Bodies, Spirit – The Roots of Sex Negativity in Western Christianity (part 2)
This is part of an ongoing informational and discussion series by Metropolitan Community Churches that advance this topic among clergy and churches from any denomination. All are invited to attend!
Rev. Dr. Robin Gorsline and Malachi Grennell are the authors of an exciting blog about sex, bodies, and spirit (sexbodiessspirit.net), and they are bringing their passion and expertise to a monthly gathering on Adobe Connect that will address issues of sex and spirit, in order to further advance this concern and educate all of us around the ongoing need for our churches.
Watch the Roots of Sex Negativity in Western Christianity (part 2)
Justice and Love in Action: Anti-racism Strategies for Preaching and Worship (Metropolitan Community Churches)
In view of ongoing unrest in the world, including but not limited to racialized violence in the U.S., as well as the distress many felt during and after the MCC General Conference, especially as it may have reflected the continuing power of white privilege/supremacy, misogyny, and U.S. domination/imperialism, the need to help clergy address racism in preaching and liturgy seems more acute than ever.
Utilizing presentations and discussion, this two-part webinar series began with the importance of self-reflection and awareness. Anti-racism resources and strategies utilized in MCC congregations were presented, along with how this work impacts pastors and the congregation. Participants gained skills for facilitating conversations about racism and white privilege. Specific resources were identified. These webinars were facilitated by Rev. Dr. Robin Gorsline and Rev. Dr. Elijah C. Nealy and can be viewed by clicking on the links below.
Watch Part 1 of Justice and Love in Action
Watch Part 2 of Justice and Love in Action
