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SUMMARY:Forum on WJ Workgroup reports
DESCRIPTION:On January 23\, the Oregon-Idaho and Pacific Northwest delegations will hold a discussion forum for all who have read the Western Jurisdiction workgroup reports and wish to discuss them. The forum will be on Zoom from 2 to 4 p.m. PT (3-5 p.m. MT). \n“With so much uncertainty about the future of the denomination\, the Western Jurisdiction is working to be prepared for whatever comes. Your jurisdictional delegates from the Greater Northwest are eager to hear your feedback on the planning jurisdictional leaders have done so far. Join us for an online forum Sunday\, January 23rd from 2-4 pm.” \nClick here to register for this discussion forum. \nClick here to read a summary of the WJ process. \nClick here to read the reports\, watch a video summary\, and find a feedback form.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/forum-on-wj-workgroup-reports/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/forum-on-wj-workgroup-reports/
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Virtual Events
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
DESCRIPTION:The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. It explores: \n\npersonal spiritual gifts\nservant leadership\neach leader’s role in developing future leaders\nthe importance of consistent spiritual practices\nthe core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\nand much more.\n\nThe Basic Course can be used for both adults and youth. Consisting of five two-hour sessions\, it may serve as a short-term study for small groups\, Sunday school classes\, and new member classes. \nThis class begins on February 7 with sessions taking place on Feb. 7\, 10\, 14\, 17\, and 21\, each from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Basic Course Participant Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson \nISBN # 9780881776263 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration Deadline: Jan. 31\, 2022 (but still open)\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-07/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-07/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220210T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220210T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T205329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T210910Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
DESCRIPTION:The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. It explores: \n\npersonal spiritual gifts\nservant leadership\neach leader’s role in developing future leaders\nthe importance of consistent spiritual practices\nthe core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\nand much more.\n\nThe Basic Course can be used for both adults and youth. Consisting of five two-hour sessions\, it may serve as a short-term study for small groups\, Sunday school classes\, and new member classes. \nThis class begins on February 7 with sessions taking place on Feb. 7\, 10\, 14\, 17\, and 21\, each from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Basic Course Participant Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson \nISBN # 9780881776263 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration Deadline: Jan. 31\, 2022 (but still open)\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-10/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220214T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220214T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
DESCRIPTION:The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. It explores: \n\npersonal spiritual gifts\nservant leadership\neach leader’s role in developing future leaders\nthe importance of consistent spiritual practices\nthe core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\nand much more.\n\nThe Basic Course can be used for both adults and youth. Consisting of five two-hour sessions\, it may serve as a short-term study for small groups\, Sunday school classes\, and new member classes. \nThis class begins on February 7 with sessions taking place on Feb. 7\, 10\, 14\, 17\, and 21\, each from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Basic Course Participant Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson \nISBN # 9780881776263 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration Deadline: Jan. 31\, 2022 (but still open)\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-14/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-14/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220217T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220217T183000
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
DESCRIPTION:The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. It explores: \n\npersonal spiritual gifts\nservant leadership\neach leader’s role in developing future leaders\nthe importance of consistent spiritual practices\nthe core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\nand much more.\n\nThe Basic Course can be used for both adults and youth. Consisting of five two-hour sessions\, it may serve as a short-term study for small groups\, Sunday school classes\, and new member classes. \nThis class begins on February 7 with sessions taking place on Feb. 7\, 10\, 14\, 17\, and 21\, each from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Basic Course Participant Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson \nISBN # 9780881776263 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration Deadline: Jan. 31\, 2022 (but still open)\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-17/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-17/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220221T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220221T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T205329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T210910Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic-Foundations Course
DESCRIPTION:The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course is a foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. It explores: \n\npersonal spiritual gifts\nservant leadership\neach leader’s role in developing future leaders\nthe importance of consistent spiritual practices\nthe core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\nand much more.\n\nThe Basic Course can be used for both adults and youth. Consisting of five two-hour sessions\, it may serve as a short-term study for small groups\, Sunday school classes\, and new member classes. \nThis class begins on February 7 with sessions taking place on Feb. 7\, 10\, 14\, 17\, and 21\, each from 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Basic Course Participant Book by Sandy Jackson & Brian Jackson \nISBN # 9780881776263 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration Deadline: Jan. 31\, 2022 (but still open)\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-21/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-foundations-course/2022-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20211222T234246Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Local Church Leadership Training for Laity in the GNW
DESCRIPTION:Laypersons serving on local church committees\, especially those who chair administrative committees\, are encouraged to register now for a Greater Northwest Area-wide training on Saturday\, February 26\, 2022. Interpretation will be offered in Spanish. \nClick here to register!\nThe two-hour training starts at 9 a.m. AKT (10 a.m. PT\, 11 a.m. MT) with leadership provided by district superintendents\, staff and laity with expertise across the Alaska\, Oregon-Idaho\, and Pacific Northwest Conferences. Those new to their roles or to the leadership of committees are strongly encouraged to attend. \nDuring the first hour\, attendees will receive words of encouragement along with training on decision-making processes. During the second\, participants will separate into breakout rooms to focus the conversation on administrative teams and tasks. A Spanish-language cohort will also be available during this second hour. \nTópico: Entrenamiento para Lideres laicos de Iglesias Locales del gran Área del Noroeste 2022.\nDescripción: Se invita a los laicos que sirven en los comités de la iglesia local\, especialmente aquellos que presiden los comités administrativos\, a registrarse ahora para una capacitación en toda el Área del Gran Noroeste el sábado 26 de febrero de 2022. Se ofrecerá interpretación en español. \nLa capacitación de dos horas comienza a las 9 a. m. AKT (10 a. m. PT\, 11 a. m. MT) lideres como superintendentes de distrito\, personal y laicos con experiencia en las conferencias de Alaska\, Oregón-Idaho y Pacífico Noroeste estarán dirigiendo este entrenamiento. Se recomienda encarecidamente que asistan aquellos nuevos lideres en sus funciones o en el liderazgo de los comités administrativos de la Iglesia Local. \nDurante la primera hora\, los participantes recibirán palabras de ánimo e información sobre los procesos de toma de decisiones. Durante la segunda hora\, los participantes se dividirán en salas para grupos pequeños para centrar la conversación en los equipos y las tareas administrativas. Tendremos un grupo de habla hispana disponible durante esta segunda hora. Por favor cuando haga su matricula recuérdele a sus lideres de escoger la opción en español.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/2022-local-church-leadership-training-for-laity-in-the-gnw/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/2022-local-church-leadership-training-for-laity-in-the-gnw/
CATEGORIES:Training,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T210811Z
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SUMMARY:Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:You can believe anything and be a Methodist\, just so long as you’re sincere. \nSuch a misperception has deep historical and cultural roots. \nExplore a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church as defined in Part II of The Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of the Christian faith as you embrace the United Methodist way. \n“Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced\,” writes Carder in this updated edition of his 1996 bestseller. “The authenticity of beliefs lie in their ability to shape people and communities into the image of Christ and to promote holiness and happiness. …The important test of the validity of doctrines and beliefs for United Methodists is the kind of character they produce in individuals and communities and the actions they inspire in the world.” \nLiving Our Beliefs is essential reading for new members\, confirmation classes\, and small group studies. \nThis class begins on March 8 with sessions taking place on Mar. 8\, 10\, 15\,17 & 22\, each from 4-6 p.m. PT. \nBook:\n“Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way” by Kenneth L. Carder \nISBN #978-0-88177-571-6 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Due: Feb. 28\, 2022\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-08/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-08/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T210811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173159Z
UID:10000023-1646928000-1646935200@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:You can believe anything and be a Methodist\, just so long as you’re sincere. \nSuch a misperception has deep historical and cultural roots. \nExplore a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church as defined in Part II of The Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of the Christian faith as you embrace the United Methodist way. \n“Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced\,” writes Carder in this updated edition of his 1996 bestseller. “The authenticity of beliefs lie in their ability to shape people and communities into the image of Christ and to promote holiness and happiness. …The important test of the validity of doctrines and beliefs for United Methodists is the kind of character they produce in individuals and communities and the actions they inspire in the world.” \nLiving Our Beliefs is essential reading for new members\, confirmation classes\, and small group studies. \nThis class begins on March 8 with sessions taking place on Mar. 8\, 10\, 15\,17 & 22\, each from 4-6 p.m. PT. \nBook:\n“Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way” by Kenneth L. Carder \nISBN #978-0-88177-571-6 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Due: Feb. 28\, 2022\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-10/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220313T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220313T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220208T025222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T025330Z
UID:10000037-1647190800-1647198000@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:“God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay Servant Ministries is the first step for many laypersons toward their faith journey as they strive for a closer relationship with the Lord\,” the authors write in the intro. This course is designed to equip church leaders in The UM Church. It explores personal spiritual gifts\, servant leadership\, each leader’s role in developing future leaders\, the importance of consistent spiritual practices\, the core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\, and more. \nRegistration Deadline:\nNone stated but you must enroll before the course fills up and have time to get your book and do the prep work in advance. Class is limited to 10 people. \nTo register: https://app.easytithe.com/App/Form/fda5d8fa-bb6e-4f83-8c30-09f0a22d51f0 \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson.\nISBN# 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00. Available at Upper Room\, Cokesbury and Amazon. \nParticipant Requirements:\nHave the book named above\, read the 1st session ahead of the first session\, and fully engage in all 5 sessions on Zoom with audio and video active. \nContact for questions:\nRev Andy Bartel\, revandybartel@gmail.com; 907-344-3025 (church phone number)
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-13/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-13/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bartel":MAILTO:revandybartel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220315T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T210811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173159Z
UID:10000024-1647360000-1647367200@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:You can believe anything and be a Methodist\, just so long as you’re sincere. \nSuch a misperception has deep historical and cultural roots. \nExplore a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church as defined in Part II of The Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of the Christian faith as you embrace the United Methodist way. \n“Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced\,” writes Carder in this updated edition of his 1996 bestseller. “The authenticity of beliefs lie in their ability to shape people and communities into the image of Christ and to promote holiness and happiness. …The important test of the validity of doctrines and beliefs for United Methodists is the kind of character they produce in individuals and communities and the actions they inspire in the world.” \nLiving Our Beliefs is essential reading for new members\, confirmation classes\, and small group studies. \nThis class begins on March 8 with sessions taking place on Mar. 8\, 10\, 15\,17 & 22\, each from 4-6 p.m. PT. \nBook:\n“Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way” by Kenneth L. Carder \nISBN #978-0-88177-571-6 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Due: Feb. 28\, 2022\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-15/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-15/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T210811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173159Z
UID:10000025-1647532800-1647540000@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:You can believe anything and be a Methodist\, just so long as you’re sincere. \nSuch a misperception has deep historical and cultural roots. \nExplore a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church as defined in Part II of The Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of the Christian faith as you embrace the United Methodist way. \n“Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced\,” writes Carder in this updated edition of his 1996 bestseller. “The authenticity of beliefs lie in their ability to shape people and communities into the image of Christ and to promote holiness and happiness. …The important test of the validity of doctrines and beliefs for United Methodists is the kind of character they produce in individuals and communities and the actions they inspire in the world.” \nLiving Our Beliefs is essential reading for new members\, confirmation classes\, and small group studies. \nThis class begins on March 8 with sessions taking place on Mar. 8\, 10\, 15\,17 & 22\, each from 4-6 p.m. PT. \nBook:\n“Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way” by Kenneth L. Carder \nISBN #978-0-88177-571-6 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Due: Feb. 28\, 2022\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-17/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-17/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220320T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220320T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220208T025222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T025330Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:“God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay Servant Ministries is the first step for many laypersons toward their faith journey as they strive for a closer relationship with the Lord\,” the authors write in the intro. This course is designed to equip church leaders in The UM Church. It explores personal spiritual gifts\, servant leadership\, each leader’s role in developing future leaders\, the importance of consistent spiritual practices\, the core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\, and more. \nRegistration Deadline:\nNone stated but you must enroll before the course fills up and have time to get your book and do the prep work in advance. Class is limited to 10 people. \nTo register: https://app.easytithe.com/App/Form/fda5d8fa-bb6e-4f83-8c30-09f0a22d51f0 \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson.\nISBN# 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00. Available at Upper Room\, Cokesbury and Amazon. \nParticipant Requirements:\nHave the book named above\, read the 1st session ahead of the first session\, and fully engage in all 5 sessions on Zoom with audio and video active. \nContact for questions:\nRev Andy Bartel\, revandybartel@gmail.com; 907-344-3025 (church phone number)
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-20/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-20/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bartel":MAILTO:revandybartel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220322T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220322T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T210811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173159Z
UID:10000026-1647964800-1647972000@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Living Our Beliefs – Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:You can believe anything and be a Methodist\, just so long as you’re sincere. \nSuch a misperception has deep historical and cultural roots. \nExplore a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church as defined in Part II of The Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of the Christian faith as you embrace the United Methodist way. \n“Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced\,” writes Carder in this updated edition of his 1996 bestseller. “The authenticity of beliefs lie in their ability to shape people and communities into the image of Christ and to promote holiness and happiness. …The important test of the validity of doctrines and beliefs for United Methodists is the kind of character they produce in individuals and communities and the actions they inspire in the world.” \nLiving Our Beliefs is essential reading for new members\, confirmation classes\, and small group studies. \nThis class begins on March 8 with sessions taking place on Mar. 8\, 10\, 15\,17 & 22\, each from 4-6 p.m. PT. \nBook:\n“Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way” by Kenneth L. Carder \nISBN #978-0-88177-571-6 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Due: Feb. 28\, 2022\nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-22/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministry-class-on-living-our-beliefs/2022-03-22/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220323T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T232205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T022535Z
UID:10000027-1648054800-1648062000@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this course will study a book that identifies\, defines\, and discusses 32 spiritual gifts including giving\, healing\, hospitality\, service\, evangelism\, and music. The author encourages you to discover the particular gifts the Holy Spirit has given you and challenges you to use these gifts to build up the body of Christ. The book includes a “Grace Gifts Inventory” to help you identify and apply the spiritual gifts in your life. \nYour Spiritual Gifts Inventory Pack is available for use with small-group members. \nBook:\n“Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts” by Charles V. Bryant \nISBN #9780835806336 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Deadline: Feb. 28\, 2022 \nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-03-23/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-03-23/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T233728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173056Z
UID:10000032-1648058400-1648065600@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
DESCRIPTION:This Servant Lay Ministries course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThis course is offered by the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference. The instructors are Emilie Kroen\, Director of Lay Servant Ministries\, Or-ID Ann. Conf. and Claudia Roberts. \nDates:\nMar 23\, 30\, & Apr 6\, 13\, 20\, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. PT on Zoom. \nBook:\n“Each One a Minister” by William J. Carter\nParticipant’s Book DR375 • 978-0-88177-375-0 • $14.00\n(ePub and Kindle\, $9.99) Available at Upper Room \nRegistration Deadline: March 15\, 2022\nTo Register: Call\, text\, or email Emilie Kroen at ekroen@yahoo.com or 503.312.4138.\nProvide your Name\, Home Address\, email address\, phone #\, and your local church. \nParticipant Requirements:\nEach participant must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. There is no fee besides the cost of the book. \nContact for questions:  \nEmilie Kroen\, 503.312.4138
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-03-23/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-03-23/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220327T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220208T025222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T025330Z
UID:10000039-1648400400-1648407600@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:“God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay Servant Ministries is the first step for many laypersons toward their faith journey as they strive for a closer relationship with the Lord\,” the authors write in the intro. This course is designed to equip church leaders in The UM Church. It explores personal spiritual gifts\, servant leadership\, each leader’s role in developing future leaders\, the importance of consistent spiritual practices\, the core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\, and more. \nRegistration Deadline:\nNone stated but you must enroll before the course fills up and have time to get your book and do the prep work in advance. Class is limited to 10 people. \nTo register: https://app.easytithe.com/App/Form/fda5d8fa-bb6e-4f83-8c30-09f0a22d51f0 \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson.\nISBN# 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00. Available at Upper Room\, Cokesbury and Amazon. \nParticipant Requirements:\nHave the book named above\, read the 1st session ahead of the first session\, and fully engage in all 5 sessions on Zoom with audio and video active. \nContact for questions:\nRev Andy Bartel\, revandybartel@gmail.com; 907-344-3025 (church phone number)
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-27/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-03-27/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bartel":MAILTO:revandybartel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220330T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220330T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T232205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T022535Z
UID:10000028-1648659600-1648666800@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this course will study a book that identifies\, defines\, and discusses 32 spiritual gifts including giving\, healing\, hospitality\, service\, evangelism\, and music. The author encourages you to discover the particular gifts the Holy Spirit has given you and challenges you to use these gifts to build up the body of Christ. The book includes a “Grace Gifts Inventory” to help you identify and apply the spiritual gifts in your life. \nYour Spiritual Gifts Inventory Pack is available for use with small-group members. \nBook:\n“Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts” by Charles V. Bryant \nISBN #9780835806336 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Deadline: Feb. 28\, 2022 \nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-03-30/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-03-30/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T233728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173056Z
UID:10000033-1648663200-1648670400@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
DESCRIPTION:This Servant Lay Ministries course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThis course is offered by the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference. The instructors are Emilie Kroen\, Director of Lay Servant Ministries\, Or-ID Ann. Conf. and Claudia Roberts. \nDates:\nMar 23\, 30\, & Apr 6\, 13\, 20\, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. PT on Zoom. \nBook:\n“Each One a Minister” by William J. Carter\nParticipant’s Book DR375 • 978-0-88177-375-0 • $14.00\n(ePub and Kindle\, $9.99) Available at Upper Room \nRegistration Deadline: March 15\, 2022\nTo Register: Call\, text\, or email Emilie Kroen at ekroen@yahoo.com or 503.312.4138.\nProvide your Name\, Home Address\, email address\, phone #\, and your local church. \nParticipant Requirements:\nEach participant must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. There is no fee besides the cost of the book. \nContact for questions:  \nEmilie Kroen\, 503.312.4138
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-03-30/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-03-30/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220403T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220208T025222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T025330Z
UID:10000040-1649005200-1649012400@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:“God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay Servant Ministries is the first step for many laypersons toward their faith journey as they strive for a closer relationship with the Lord\,” the authors write in the intro. This course is designed to equip church leaders in The UM Church. It explores personal spiritual gifts\, servant leadership\, each leader’s role in developing future leaders\, the importance of consistent spiritual practices\, the core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\, and more. \nRegistration Deadline:\nNone stated but you must enroll before the course fills up and have time to get your book and do the prep work in advance. Class is limited to 10 people. \nTo register: https://app.easytithe.com/App/Form/fda5d8fa-bb6e-4f83-8c30-09f0a22d51f0 \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson.\nISBN# 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00. Available at Upper Room\, Cokesbury and Amazon. \nParticipant Requirements:\nHave the book named above\, read the 1st session ahead of the first session\, and fully engage in all 5 sessions on Zoom with audio and video active. \nContact for questions:\nRev Andy Bartel\, revandybartel@gmail.com; 907-344-3025 (church phone number)
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-04-03/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bartel":MAILTO:revandybartel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220406T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220406T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T232205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T022535Z
UID:10000029-1649264400-1649271600@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this course will study a book that identifies\, defines\, and discusses 32 spiritual gifts including giving\, healing\, hospitality\, service\, evangelism\, and music. The author encourages you to discover the particular gifts the Holy Spirit has given you and challenges you to use these gifts to build up the body of Christ. The book includes a “Grace Gifts Inventory” to help you identify and apply the spiritual gifts in your life. \nYour Spiritual Gifts Inventory Pack is available for use with small-group members. \nBook:\n“Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts” by Charles V. Bryant \nISBN #9780835806336 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Deadline: Feb. 28\, 2022 \nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-06/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220406T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T233728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173056Z
UID:10000034-1649268000-1649275200@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
DESCRIPTION:This Servant Lay Ministries course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThis course is offered by the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference. The instructors are Emilie Kroen\, Director of Lay Servant Ministries\, Or-ID Ann. Conf. and Claudia Roberts. \nDates:\nMar 23\, 30\, & Apr 6\, 13\, 20\, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. PT on Zoom. \nBook:\n“Each One a Minister” by William J. Carter\nParticipant’s Book DR375 • 978-0-88177-375-0 • $14.00\n(ePub and Kindle\, $9.99) Available at Upper Room \nRegistration Deadline: March 15\, 2022\nTo Register: Call\, text\, or email Emilie Kroen at ekroen@yahoo.com or 503.312.4138.\nProvide your Name\, Home Address\, email address\, phone #\, and your local church. \nParticipant Requirements:\nEach participant must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. There is no fee besides the cost of the book. \nContact for questions:  \nEmilie Kroen\, 503.312.4138
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-06/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220410T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220410T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220208T025222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T025330Z
UID:10000041-1649610000-1649617200@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:“God calls you to a life of servanthood as a disciple of Jesus Christ. …Lay Servant Ministries is the first step for many laypersons toward their faith journey as they strive for a closer relationship with the Lord\,” the authors write in the intro. This course is designed to equip church leaders in The UM Church. It explores personal spiritual gifts\, servant leadership\, each leader’s role in developing future leaders\, the importance of consistent spiritual practices\, the core ministries of Leading\, Caring\, and Communicating\, and more. \nRegistration Deadline:\nNone stated but you must enroll before the course fills up and have time to get your book and do the prep work in advance. Class is limited to 10 people. \nTo register: https://app.easytithe.com/App/Form/fda5d8fa-bb6e-4f83-8c30-09f0a22d51f0 \nBook:\nLay Servant Ministries Participant’s Book by Sandy Zeigler Jackson and Brian Jackson.\nISBN# 978-0-88177-626-3 • $11.00. Available at Upper Room\, Cokesbury and Amazon. \nParticipant Requirements:\nHave the book named above\, read the 1st session ahead of the first session\, and fully engage in all 5 sessions on Zoom with audio and video active. \nContact for questions:\nRev Andy Bartel\, revandybartel@gmail.com; 907-344-3025 (church phone number)
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-04-10/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2022-04-10/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bartel":MAILTO:revandybartel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220413T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T232205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T022535Z
UID:10000030-1649869200-1649876400@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this course will study a book that identifies\, defines\, and discusses 32 spiritual gifts including giving\, healing\, hospitality\, service\, evangelism\, and music. The author encourages you to discover the particular gifts the Holy Spirit has given you and challenges you to use these gifts to build up the body of Christ. The book includes a “Grace Gifts Inventory” to help you identify and apply the spiritual gifts in your life. \nYour Spiritual Gifts Inventory Pack is available for use with small-group members. \nBook:\n“Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts” by Charles V. Bryant \nISBN #9780835806336 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Deadline: Feb. 28\, 2022 \nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-13/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-13/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T233728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173056Z
UID:10000035-1649872800-1649880000@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
DESCRIPTION:This Servant Lay Ministries course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThis course is offered by the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference. The instructors are Emilie Kroen\, Director of Lay Servant Ministries\, Or-ID Ann. Conf. and Claudia Roberts. \nDates:\nMar 23\, 30\, & Apr 6\, 13\, 20\, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. PT on Zoom. \nBook:\n“Each One a Minister” by William J. Carter\nParticipant’s Book DR375 • 978-0-88177-375-0 • $14.00\n(ePub and Kindle\, $9.99) Available at Upper Room \nRegistration Deadline: March 15\, 2022\nTo Register: Call\, text\, or email Emilie Kroen at ekroen@yahoo.com or 503.312.4138.\nProvide your Name\, Home Address\, email address\, phone #\, and your local church. \nParticipant Requirements:\nEach participant must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. There is no fee besides the cost of the book. \nContact for questions:  \nEmilie Kroen\, 503.312.4138
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-13/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-13/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220420T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220420T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T232205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220203T022535Z
UID:10000031-1650474000-1650481200@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts - Lay Servant Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this course will study a book that identifies\, defines\, and discusses 32 spiritual gifts including giving\, healing\, hospitality\, service\, evangelism\, and music. The author encourages you to discover the particular gifts the Holy Spirit has given you and challenges you to use these gifts to build up the body of Christ. The book includes a “Grace Gifts Inventory” to help you identify and apply the spiritual gifts in your life. \nYour Spiritual Gifts Inventory Pack is available for use with small-group members. \nBook:\n“Rediscovering Our Spiritual Gifts” by Charles V. Bryant \nISBN #9780835806336 \nSubmit registration and $5.00 before each class. Order your own book from Cokesbury.com\, Upperroom-books.com or Amazon.com. \nRegistration & Payment Deadline: Feb. 28\, 2022 \nFor the registration form and to register\, please contact: \nSusan Wheeler\nm_swheeler@msn.com\n885 Wuthering Heights Dr.\nColorado Springs CO 80921 \nMake checks payable to the Mountain Sky Conference.
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-20/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/rediscovering-our-spiritual-gifts-lay-servant-ministries-class/2022-04-20/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220202T233728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T173056Z
UID:10000036-1650477600-1650484800@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Discover Your Spiritual Gifts (a Revised Course)
DESCRIPTION:This Servant Lay Ministries course helps participants understand spiritual gifts and how the church can use them to fulfill its mission and ministry. Participants will also learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and will be equipped to lead others in exploring and using their spiritual gifts. \nThis course is offered by the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference. The instructors are Emilie Kroen\, Director of Lay Servant Ministries\, Or-ID Ann. Conf. and Claudia Roberts. \nDates:\nMar 23\, 30\, & Apr 6\, 13\, 20\, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. PT on Zoom. \nBook:\n“Each One a Minister” by William J. Carter\nParticipant’s Book DR375 • 978-0-88177-375-0 • $14.00\n(ePub and Kindle\, $9.99) Available at Upper Room \nRegistration Deadline: March 15\, 2022\nTo Register: Call\, text\, or email Emilie Kroen at ekroen@yahoo.com or 503.312.4138.\nProvide your Name\, Home Address\, email address\, phone #\, and your local church. \nParticipant Requirements:\nEach participant must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. There is no fee besides the cost of the book. \nContact for questions:  \nEmilie Kroen\, 503.312.4138
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-20/
LOCATION:https://greaternw.org/event/discover-your-spiritual-gifts-a-revised-course/2022-04-20/
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Ministries,Virtual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220325T034644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T034644Z
UID:10000042-1650562200-1650569400@greaternw.org
SUMMARY:Leading a Bible Study: Advanced Lay Servant Ministries Course
DESCRIPTION:  \nBiblical Interpretation: A Roadmap is a guide to discovering and asking the key questions-about biblical texts\, about readers of the Bible\, and about the interaction of the two-that forms the basis of biblical interpretation today. These questions are organized around three fundamental assumptions that govern the authors’ approach to reading the bible:\n1.The biblical texts arise from particular historical\, social\, and cultural settings.\n2. The reader likewise reads from a specific setting.\n3. Neither the diversity of the texts nor the multitude of readers stands in isolation one from the other. \nThis course opens a new world for many lay servants who have not had professional training in biblical interpretation. It reminds us as United Methodists that Bible study and biblical interpretation are a core part of our spiritual journey. \n*Each participant must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. \nDATES: Thursday’s   4/21\, 4/28\, 5/5\, 5/12\, 5/19 \nTIMES:     5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time/ 6:30pm – 8:30pm Mountain TIme \nLocation: On ZOOM \nINSTRUCTORS:  Faye Veal and Don Yale  \nThis course is offered by Mountain Sky Annual Conference \nCOST:      The cost of the book* \nTO REGISTER:   Email Faye Veal at  fayeveal@aol.com \nBOOK:     Biblical Interpretation: a Roadmap
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/leading-a-bible-study-advanced-lay-servant-ministries-course/2022-04-21/
LOCATION:WA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134452
CREATED:20220325T034644Z
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SUMMARY:Leading a Bible Study: Advanced Lay Servant Ministries Course
DESCRIPTION:  \nBiblical Interpretation: A Roadmap is a guide to discovering and asking the key questions-about biblical texts\, about readers of the Bible\, and about the interaction of the two-that forms the basis of biblical interpretation today. These questions are organized around three fundamental assumptions that govern the authors’ approach to reading the bible:\n1.The biblical texts arise from particular historical\, social\, and cultural settings.\n2. The reader likewise reads from a specific setting.\n3. Neither the diversity of the texts nor the multitude of readers stands in isolation one from the other. \nThis course opens a new world for many lay servants who have not had professional training in biblical interpretation. It reminds us as United Methodists that Bible study and biblical interpretation are a core part of our spiritual journey. \n*Each participant must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video. \nDATES: Thursday’s   4/21\, 4/28\, 5/5\, 5/12\, 5/19 \nTIMES:     5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time/ 6:30pm – 8:30pm Mountain TIme \nLocation: On ZOOM \nINSTRUCTORS:  Faye Veal and Don Yale  \nThis course is offered by Mountain Sky Annual Conference \nCOST:      The cost of the book* \nTO REGISTER:   Email Faye Veal at  fayeveal@aol.com \nBOOK:     Biblical Interpretation: a Roadmap
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/leading-a-bible-study-advanced-lay-servant-ministries-course/2022-04-28/
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SUMMARY:Called to Preach: Lay Servant Ministries Advanced Course
DESCRIPTION:Book for new LSM course beginning May 1.\nCalled to Preach is designed for those who have not completed formal preaching training\, for pastors seeking a basic refresher course\, and for others who are called upon to preach in a pastor’s absence. \nThis course meets the required preaching course in the Certified Lay Speaker track of study\, and serves as an advanced continuing education class for the Certified Lay Servant and Certified Lay Minister tracks. \n*Each participate must have the book\, read it\, and fully participate in all 5 sessions with audio and video.  \nBook: From Pew to Pulpit: A Beginner’s Guide to Preaching By Clifton F. Guthrie \nTIME:  1 to 3 p.m. PST\, 2  to 4 p.m. MST. \nDATES:  May 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, & 29 \nINSTRUCTOR: Rev. Nancy Mead \nLOCATION:  On Line Zoom Course* \nThis course if offered by Mountain Sky Annual Conference \nCOST:  The cost of the book \nREGISTER By April 24\, 2022 at \nLayServantTraining.org \nFor more info or questions please contact Gene at(719)588-7627 or gene@trinitylsm.org
URL:https://greaternw.org/event/called-to-preach-lay-servant-ministries-advanced-course/2022-05-01/
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