Description: Unbeknownst to many, an Irish abolitionist-preacher named James Hickey (1800-1866) planted the first protestant church on Mexican soil in 1864. As an agent of the American Tract Society, Hickey organized missionary campaigns in south Texas and…
Description: Dr. Robert Emmons says, “Gratitude is not just a switch to turn on when things go well; it is also a light that shines in the darkness.” Psychologists have proven the health and wellness benefits of being grateful. In this webinar, we dig deeper into…
Description: Taking a cue from "The Lazy Genius", Kendra Adachi, we focus on naming what matters most in our ministry context when it comes to faith formation so that we can create ministries that support the needs of our particular congregations and form…
Description: A discussion of a few of the major concepts in contemporary religious thought on ecological ethics, using the film “Avatar II” as a touchpoint for the conversation. Participants are invited to watch Avatar II beforehand and answer the following…
Description: This workshop will explore Martin Seligman’s PERMA model (positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement) as a framework for ministry. Cultivating emotions that can broaden and build, such as joy, wonder, and gratitude, can…
Description: Are you entering a new call? Engaging in interim ministry? Learn a new technique to help you learn more about the community you are joining. Silent brainstorming is focus group technique to discover the complexities of a topic. The technique taps…
Description: The apostle Paul is widely considered the hero of (Protestant) Christianity, who defended the universal gospel, whose core message is that we all equally receive God’s salvation by grace through faith in Jesus. Yet, this view often comes with two…