Congregational leaders model their message, whether they know it or not. Developing a healthy spiritual foundation helps leaders to lend credibility to the messages that are attempting to convey.
This FREE on-demand webinar is an overview of a skill development track offered at the National Church Leadership Institute and through the Center for Progressive Renewal.
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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.
Reclaim Confession as a Progressive Practice for Lent (Center for Progressive Renewal)
In this on-demand webinar you will learn how you can reclaim confession as a progressive Christian practice, talk about the ‘vulnerability revolution’ in secular culture and how our churches can benefit and grow from walking more authentically together, while going through a step-by-step practical approach for experimenting with testimony in your community this Lent, or at any time of year.
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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.
Follow Jesus on the Way to Justice (Center for Progressive Renewal)
For “doers” in our congregations, it is often difficult to connect the sometimes individualized season of Lent with the communal struggle for justice and social transformation. In this on-demand webinar you will join Rev. Dr. Lindsay Andreolli-Comstock, Executive Director of the Beatitudes Society, to explore the connections between Lent and social justice.
Come discover best practices for engaging new movements with authenticity and challenging the powers that be in your community.
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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.
Re-imagine Lent: Preach to Ignite Your Soul & Your People (Center for Progressive Renewal)
Employing the hermeneutic of imagination is most difficult for seminary trained preachers exposed to exegetical principles, introduction to preaching processes, and those dreaded colleague critiques. This webinar with Womanist and Rhetorical Ethics specialist Rev. Kanisha Billingsley encourages you to dust off your creativity as you ignite your soul and your people.
Note: This webinar is “on demand,” and you will be able to view it immediately once your purchase is complete.
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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.
Conflict: How to Turn the Inevitable into an Opportunity (Center for Progressive Renewal)
Though, contrary to popular belief, conflict is not bad. Rather it is essential and even holds a tremendous opportunity for personal and congregational growth when handled well. This on-demand course will walk you through how to handle conflict in healthy, balanced ways that open doors for community transformation.
Learning Themes:
- Busting the Myth: Conflict as Healthy
- Finding the Roots Of Conflict
- Keys To Healthy Conflict
- Skills for Using and Teaching Healthy Communication
- Non Violence As An Approach To Conflict
- Dealing With Challenging People
- Navigating Decisions And Differences
- Healthy Lay-Pastor Relationships
- Self Care During Conflict
- Best Practices for Building Healthy Processes For Your Congregation’s Future
Course Text
Readings and media will be posted on the course classroom website.
Course Format
This course is designed as an on demand course so you can access it immediately then move through the material at the pace and time that works best for you.
Optional Upgrade for Coaching Session
There are two optional levels (20 minutes or 60 minutes) of coaching for those who desire individualized attention in dealing with the conflict in their setting. A coach will work with you to understand the root of the conflict and strategies for addressing it within your context.
Curriculum Curator and Coach
The Rev. Dr Claire Bamberg has served UCC and UUA churches as a redevelopment, transitional, interim and settled minister in several states. Claire is also a licensed mental health practitioner and certified mediator, and has founded and run two pastoral counseling centers. She currently serves in her ninth year as settled minister in Plainville, Connecticut. An expert in human development and systems theory, she is passionate about empowering individuals and systems to discover and claim their best “selves.” She brings that passion to bear in her role with CPR as the Director of Coaching. Claire holds her M.Div from Harvard Divinity School and her Doctorate in Ministry from CTS (IN).
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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.
White Privilege: Let’s Talk (Center for Progressive Renewal)
The United Church of Christ has released their curriculum, “White Privilege: Let’s talk. A Resource for Transformational Dialogue” and The Center for Progressive Renewal has provided an invitation that allows you to work through the curriculum through their online learning platform. They’ve developed an online course that includes an online discussion board and access to their webinar series from June 2016. This series featured the authors of the curriculum, John Dorhauer, Traci Blackmon, DaVita McAllister, Stephen G. Ray, Jr. and John Paddock in conversation with CPR Founder and Director, Cameron Trimble.
The cost of the course is “Pay What You Wish”, and they’ve included some suggested prices for you to consider. Based on your payment and need, they will offer custom online classrooms to allow you to access the course in a private setting tailored to Small Group (5 – 20 students), Congregation (20 to 300 Students), or Multi-Church (300 – 2000 students)
Watch these White Privilege on-demand videos by clicking on the links below:
A Brief Overview – Rev. Day McCallister
Spiritual Autobiography through the Lens of Race – John Paddock
Whiteness as the Norm – Da Vita D. McAllister
Whiteness as Cash Value – Traci Blackmon
On Being an Ally – Stephen Ray
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.