Source: Vital Practices
This on demand webinar, with presentations of Bishop, Rector, Chinese clergy and Chinese members of a brand new ministry, shares:
- the joys and struggles in ministry of the Li Tim-Oi Center (named for The Rev. Florence Li Tim-Oi, first woman priest in the Anglican Communion—1944) among Chinese immigrants,
- the difficulties and achievements in meeting the challenge for an historically “Anglo” church located in a rapidly changing neighborhood with increasing Chinese immigration,
- the collaborative endeavor to explore a creative way of doing new ministry under the guidance and leadership of Bishop, Rector, and bi-lingual Clergy,
- and all in all, the story of ups and downs in creating a new model for sustaining Episcopal Church ethnic ministry.
Presented by 2014 ECF Fellow, The Rev. Dr. Thomas Ni, Executive Director of Li Tim-Oi Center and Associate Priest for Chinese Ministry, Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel, California.
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Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or online offering.
Engaging Science, Technology, & Faith (The Episcopal Church)
Source: Vital Practices
This web conference will focus on practical ways Episcopalians can faithfully explore issues related to science, technology, and faith in light of the Episcopal Church’s approach to such issues. Topics will include readily available (often free) resources to help facilitate parish-based conversations and mechanisms for engagement within church structures. Presented by ECF Fellow Joseph Wolyniak, Vice Chair of the Episcopal Church’s Executive Council Committee on Science, Technology & Faith and visiting scholar in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Denver.
Learn more about this online religious on demand webinar from the Episcopal Church.
Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or online offering.
MCC Supervising Clergy Training (Metropolitan Community Churches)
This training, facilitated by Rev. Dr. Kharma Amos, reviews the process of preparing for ordination in MCC, and the nuts & bolts of effective supervision. This will include a segment on supervising interns from a distance. This training in suitable for all clergy who have not yet been trained or served as supervisors, as well as anyone who wants a refresher. This webinar is FREE.
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UU Identity in the Classroom (Unitarian Universalist Association)
We’ll tap into the power of Tapestry of Faith as a tool for building and growing a sense of connection with our Unitarian Universalist history, principles and way of living.
Presenter: Patricia Infante, CERG Faith Development Consultant
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Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or o
Building a Book Group Using the UUA’s “Common Read” (Unitarian Universalist Association)
Resources are provided including small group ministry style discussion guides. The common read for 2013-14 is “Behind the Kitchen Door” which addresses the working conditions and typically low wages of restaurant workers but this webinar will expand beyond this particular book to address the benefits of a shared reading venture as a faith development strategy.
Presenter: Patricia Infante, CERG Faith Development Consultant
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Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or o
Clergy Ethics in Jewish, Buddhist, and Christian Communities (Faith Trust Institute)
Panelists will discuss particulars within their own tradition regarding expectations for the role of minister/teacher, current efforts to address misconduct, and teachings from their tradition that support prevention and intervention efforts.
Or panel includes: Rabbi Mark Dratch, Dr. Darryl Stephens, Abbess Grace Jill Schireson, and Fr. John Heagle
This discussion will be moderated by Rev. Dr. Marie Fortune
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Disclaimer: Sacred Space Online Learning (SSOL) seeks to provide individuals with information about religious, spiritual, or faith-based online resources from a variety of sources. Sacred Space Online Learning does NOT claim ownership over this online course or online offering. Sacred Space Online Learning is also NOT responsible for the accuracy of the materials, the content, the way they are advertised or taught, or the costs associated with this online course or offering. The views and opinions expressed in this online course or offering are those of the creators and/or the persons appearing in the online class or offering. They do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of SSOL, the OFLD, or MCC. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the creator(s) of the given online course or online offering.
MCC Polity (Metropolitan Community Churches)
Facebook is used extensively in this course. Students should obtain and read, prior to the course, the following:
Perry, Troy D. with Thomas L.P. Swicegood. Don’t Be Afraid Anymore: The Story of Reverend Troy Perry and the Metropolitan Community Churches. New York: St. Martins Press, 1990. (used copies can be found online)
Jim Downs. Stand by Me: The Forgotten History of Gay Liberation. Basic Books (available from online outlets)
Fall dates (Sept. 19-Nov. 7, 2019) – 2 online meetings on Sept. 19 and Nov. 1st, (2pm PDT) and use of Facebook.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mcc-polity-fall-2019-registration-52013743507
Course Presenter: Rev. Terri Echelbarger
POLITY INDEPENDENT STUDY
This is a hybrid course where most work is self-paced. An online independent study with instructor, Rev. Terri Echelbarger. Timeline to be arranged in advance with instructor. Cost: $200.00
Our goal is to offer each of the three required MCC courses (e.g. Polity, Queer History, and Sexuality Studies) twice per calendar year. Details on this page will be added as they are confirmed, so check back often. Our attempt is to give you as much information as possible so that you can plan in advance.
Registration will open at least one month prior to each course. (Click here for our refund policy.) Please contact us if you have any questions.
NOTE: For those who are officially “In-Care” with MCC, limited scholarships are available to cover the costs associated with these required courses. Please download, complete, and submit the Clergy Development Scholarship Application on the Forms and Manuals section of the OFLD website under Incoming Clergy.
