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SUMMARY:Worship Planning Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Planning preaching themes in advance\, and with other people is a great way to spend one Wednesday morning a month! If you preach regularly and would appreciate being consistently ahead in worship planning\, this group is for you. Join us! \nWe will gather the last Wednesday of each month from January through September from 9:00am to 1:00pm CT. Meetings will be virtual\, register in advance to let us know that you’re coming!
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/worship-planning-retreat-2022-05-25/
LOCATION:Congregational UCC Humboldt\, IA
CATEGORIES:Iowa,Nebraska,Online Event,South Dakota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Kendy Miller":MAILTO:kendy@ucctcm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220602T180000
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SUMMARY:Webinars for Congregational Wellbeing: Consensus Building 101
DESCRIPTION:We are surrounded by a larger culture where issues continually divide us and the majority rules. While we may have come to accept this reality as the best option for governing a democracy\, many of our churches have been crippled by divisive winner-take-all votes on sensitive issues like ONA\, racism\, and how to spend the endowment. This leaves many members of the Body of Christ feeling unheard\, hurting\, and in some cases so angry they leave altogether.\n\n\nSurely we can do better than that. Surely we are called to do better than that. As followers of Jesus’ gospel we are called to make decisions together in ways that build up our communities of faith instead of blowing them apart.\n\nWelcome to Consensus Building 101 – an introduction to a more cooperative model of decision making centered around respect\, equality\, sharing power and sharing responsibility. The conversations are hard and those hard conversations can create more community instead of a divided one. Join Rev. Becky David and ACM Rev. Kendy Miller to learn about healthier ways to make decisions\, what is consensus\, and why it’s important. The webinar will happen on Zoom on June 2nd at 6:00pm CT and finish up by 8:00pm CT. Information on how to access the webinar will be available after you register.\n\nConsensus Building 101 is part of a series of four webinars focused on congregational well-being. The next two will happen in September and November (more details coming later!). If someone from your congregation is present at all four of the webinars (doesn’t have to be the same person every time) your congregation will receive a package of Conference swag!
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/webinars-for-congregational-wellbeing-consensus-building-101/
LOCATION:Congregational UCC Humboldt\, IA
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Kendy Miller":MAILTO:kendy@ucctcm.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220606
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SUMMARY:Special Offering: Strengthen the Church
DESCRIPTION:The Strengthen the Church (STC) Offering is taken by most congregations on June 5th and raises the crucial funds for our conferences and the national setting to help our congregations grow and thrive. Once your offering has been taken\, donate online for an easy and fast process. \nThe following materials are available to help with your offering and service: \n\nUCC Resources offering supplies\nSTC poem by Karen Georgia Thompson\nMessage from Rev. Dr. John C. Dorhauer
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/special-offering-strengthen-the-church/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Iowa,National Setting,Nebraska,South Dakota,Special Sunday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aidan Spencer":MAILTO:aidan@ucctcm.org
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SUMMARY:Ordination Ceremony for Henry W. Morisada Rietz
DESCRIPTION:We rejoice! Grinnell United Church of Christ Congregational calls Henry W. Morisada Rietz in a covenantal relationship as an associate pastor and authorized minister of Word and Sacrament. Please celebrate with us! A reception will follow the ordination ceremony. All clergy are asked to wear red vestments; for Pentecost\, non-clergy are also invited to wear red.\n\n\n\nMasks are optional for those attending in person\, the event will also be livestreamed: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjpZJZjsbynlCY1BhTLqU7w\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHenry W. Morisada Rietz: Henry journey to ordination has been a long one. Born and raised in Honolulu\, Hawai`i\, he first came to Iowa as an undergraduate student at Grinnell College in 1985 and it was during that time that he began to wrestle with questions of his calling. He earned his M.Div. and then Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Princeton Theological Seminary. After he had completed his coursework\, he joined Nu`uanu Congregational Church in Honolulu and first came under care of the O`ahu Association of the Hawai`i Conference in 1996. In 1998\, he returned to Grinnell\, where he has been teaching religious studies at the College and an active member of the Grinnell United Church of Christ-Congregational. From 2005-2009\, he taught in the Iowa Conference’s CENTER/LEARN Program and then later in the Dewitt Theological Academy. He has been a member-in-discernment and under care of the Central Association since 2005 and was licensed in 2013.
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/ordination-ceremony-for-henry-w-morisada-rietz/
LOCATION:Grinnell United Church of Christ\, 902 Broad St.\, Grinnell\, IA
CATEGORIES:Celebrations,Hybrid,Iowa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Hass":MAILTO:elizabeth@grinnellucc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220606T080000
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Practice Group
DESCRIPTION:Often we try to slow our pace a bit during summertime. If you are wanting to practice stillness\, and silence with other clergy in our conferences\, consider starting your weeks with us in prayer for one another and in communion with the Holy Spirit as we hold space for one another in contemplation. \nThese gatherings will be hosted by ACM Rev. Kendy Miller on Mondays\, June 6th through July 18th (except for July 4th)\, from 8:00-9:00am CT. Please join her practicing contemplative prayer so that our actions of justice may stem from the root of Christ’s love. You’re welcome to join even if you haven’t made it to every session or have to miss sessions in the future. \nThe event is free and is open to clergy\, Members in Discernment\, and christian educators in the UCC. You will receive the Zoom information after registering. Questions about the event? Contact Rev. Miller. Questions about registration? Contact Aidan Spencer.
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/contemplative-practice-group/
LOCATION:Congregational UCC Humboldt\, IA
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Kendy Miller":MAILTO:kendy@ucctcm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220619T190000
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SUMMARY:Boundless Compassion Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“Compassion is a necessity\, not a luxury. Without it\, humanity cannot survive.” (Dalai Lama) Compassion can change a heart\, change a life\, change a world. This retreat\, based upon the work of Sr. Joyce Rupp\, OSM\, is open to people of all faiths and spiritualties. You are invited to explore the depth of the many layered components of compassion\, the central quality of the life and teachings of Jesus. You are invited to expand and deepen your understanding of compassion from both a personal and professional perspective. You will glean insights for many dimensions including theology\, spirituality\, science\, sociology and psychology. You will experience this opportunity as a catalyst for a renewed commitment to be a compassionate presence to yourself and to others who are in the midst of pain and struggle. The retreat is limited to 30 participants\, more information is available at StBenedictCenter.com and https://www.boundlesscompassion.org/. \nPatty Forsberg is a spiritual director in Lincoln\, Nebraska\, and is a core facilitator for Boundless Compassion. She is an experienced retreat presenter\, guiding people in a variety of prayer forms. Jeanne Johnson is a licensed lay minister and certified spiritual director. She holds a Master’s in Counseling & Psychology. Jeanne has experience in retreat leadership\, Boundless Compassion and Biospiritual Focusing facilitation. \nThe retreat will run from Sunday\, June 19th at 7:00 p.m. CT through Thursday\, June 23rd at 4:00p.m. CT with optional facilitator training Friday 9:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. Program Fee: $150 Rooms per Night (plus tax): Single Occupancy $46\, Double Occupancy\, $39 per person. Meals (plus tax): Breakfast $8.00\, Lunch $11.45\, Supper $10.20. \n\n\n\n\nTO REGISTER: Call 402-352-8819\, ext. 360\, visit www.StBenedictCenter.com\, or email: Retreats@StBenedictCenter.com. \n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Precautions:\nThe organizers have limited the size of the gathering to allow better social distancing and encourage single rooms unless you attend with someone you know. Masks are your option. \nView the flyer for the retreat and the flyer for the Facilitator Training!
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/boundless-compassion-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Benedict Center\, 1126 Rd I.\, Schuyler\, NE\, 68661\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Nebraska
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Johnson":MAILTO:fpc.jeanne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220621
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SUMMARY:Offices Closed
DESCRIPTION:Our offices will be closed today in observance of Juneteenth.
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/offices-closed/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Offices Closed
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aidan Spencer":MAILTO:aidan@ucctcm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T180000
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SUMMARY:Specialized Minister Boundary Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:This training\, hosted by Revs. Tara Barber and Stephen Boyd\, is geared towards clergy in the New England Region\, it is open to ministers serving in specialized settings throughout the United Church of Christ. Serving in specialized setting requires particular attention to boundaries within the ministry setting and home church that are challenging and different from those serving as local church pastors. This training will focus on matters that relate specifically to issues that these ministers face\, providing opportunities for clergy to reflect on best practices and growth in their practice of ministry. Tuesday\, June 21st\, 6:00-9:00pm ET. \nThis training has been approved by all Committees on Ministry in our conferences for ministers serving in specialized settings. It will NOT be approved as boundary training if taken by congregational leaders within a parish. For other boundary training opportunities\, visit our Boundary Awareness page. \nRegister for the training now: https://ucc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvduCtqDsrGtHLhcSEWiZOvl7GVWjic3NE
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/specialized-minister-boundary-awareness-training/
LOCATION:Congregational UCC Humboldt\, IA
CATEGORIES:Boundary Training,National Setting,Online Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aidan Spencer":MAILTO:aidan@ucctcm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T170000
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SUMMARY:Installation of Rev. Steven Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the installation of Rev. Steven Mitchell at Vine Congregational Church UCC in Lincoln\, NE on June 25th at 3:00pm CT. The event is sponsored by the Heartland Association and will feature guest speaker Rev. Sue Artt. The event will happen in-person and online. In-person attendees should know that masks are optional and social distancing is encouraged. A light meal will be provided after worship\, RSVP to Rev. Steven Mitchell if you plan to stay for the meal. Online attendees can learn more about how to view the service here: https://www.vineucc.org.
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/installation-of-rev-steven-mitchell/
LOCATION:Vine Congregational Church UCC\, 1800 Twin Ridge Rd\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebrations,Hybrid,Nebraska
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steven Mitchell":MAILTO:vineucc.pastor@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220626T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220626T153000
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SUMMARY:Installation of Rev. Dustin Bartlett
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Dustin Bartlett will be installed as the new pastor of First Congregational United Church of Christ in Watertown\, South Dakota\, on June 26th at 2:30 pm. Rev. Samantha Houser\, Associate Conference Minister for the Iowa\, Nebraska\, and South Dakota Conferences will be preaching. Clergy are invited to wear red stoles and process at the beginning of the service.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThose are in attendance are recommended to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and masks will be optional.
URL:https://ucctcm.org/full-calendar/installation-of-rev-dustin-bartlett/
LOCATION:First Congregational United Church of Christ\, 121 1st Ave. SE\, Watertown\, SD\, 57201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebrations,In-Person Event,South Dakota
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dustin Bartlett":MAILTO:rev.dustinbartlett@gmail.com
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