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SUMMARY:God has a province for you to oversee
DESCRIPTION:Apply for the next Boston Fellows cohort!  Sept 2024 to May 2025\n\nBoston Fellows is a nine-month program that helps early- to mid-career professionals cultivate the insights and spiritual habits necessary for meaningful vocation\, in a cohort of peers\, spiritual leaders\, and professional mentors. Read what recent alumni are saying about the program here.   Application deadline: August 1.\n\nFor more info and to apply visit bostonfellows.com or contact communications@bostonfellows.com
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/god-has-a-province-for-you-to-oversee/
CATEGORIES:College Students,Featured,Singles,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Fellows":MAILTO:operations@bostonfellows.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T170000
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SUMMARY:Poor People's Campaign
DESCRIPTION:The Poor People’s Campaign (PPC) was originally organized by Martin Luther King Jr. and resulted in the Poor People’s March on Washington in 1968. Today\, The Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival\, continues the work of addressing the interconnected issues of poverty and racism. \nThe Poor People’s Campaign of Massachusetts invites you to join them in Washington DC for a historical Assembly and Moral March on June 29th\, 2024. This will be an opportunity to hear stories from and mobilize poor and low-wage people to vote in 2024. This is intended to center these voices and support policies that work for everyone. \nPeople can participate in this gathering by attending in-person in DC or via live-stream. \nBuses will be leaving from Boston and across the state to travel to DC June 28th – 29th. Use the following links to RSVP or secure bus transportation. \nThis gathering will kick off four months of outreach to poor and low-wage infrequent voters. Volunteers are needed to support this work.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/poor-peoples-campaign/
LOCATION:3rd & Pennsylvania Ave\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Lecture,Pastors,Singles,Social,Training,Worship
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240722
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SUMMARY:Empower Your Mission: THE COLLECTIVE's Strategic Communication and Creative Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Imagine a world where every church and nonprofit could effortlessly connect their mission with their community. This dream can be a reality with THE COLLECTIVE. \nMeet THE COLLECTIVE: we’re on a mission to bridge the gap of affordability and quality in communications\, design and marketing to help you tell your story effectively and impactfully. \nHi\, my name is Katie Scott. I’m the Founder and Managing Partner of THE COLLECTIVE\, also proud wife of Rev. Devlin Scott. As a church planter of NewCity Church and cofounder of a Community Development Organization\, NewCommunity Inc\, I know how critical great communications and marketing is for nonprofits\, churches and startups in order to share their mission to further their impact. I also know how difficult it can be to find affordable and high-quality services to meet this need – and that’s exactly why I started THE COLLECTIVE. As a professional communicator with 20 years of corporate and nonprofit experience\, I’m determined to make great storytelling accessible. \nAt THE COLLECTIVE\, we’ll empower you with affordable services matched with high-quality work and competitive\, accessible rates. We offer a range of communication and creative services to help organizations overcome these challenges and effectively tell their stories.  \nFrom all-in-one package pricing for branding\, website development and design\, video production\, social media strategy and content creation to customized strategic communication and creative services where we work closely with you to develop the solution that is tailored to your organization’s needs. We’re here to help you share the stories that drive your mission forward. \n**Special UniteBoston Readership Offer** \nWondering how to truly harness the power of AI for your organization or church beyond basics like ChatGPT? \nUse UB20 and receive 20% off enrollment for our new on-demand course “The Ultimate AI Toolkit\,” featuring over 40\,000 prompts\, 6\,000+ apps\, and 50+ practical use-cases to elevate your AI capabilities. Whether you’re starting out or a seasoned pro\, this course empowers you with the tools and knowledge to optimize your AI projects. \n\nTestimony: \n“The Collective has been working with our Boston Flourish team to manage our communications this year\, and we have been so impressed! Not only have the quality and professionalism of our communications improved significantly\, they have helped us to tell our story better\, which enables us to widen and expand our platform towards our collaborative mission. We highly recommend working with Katie and her team with any communication and marketing needs that you have!” \n-Rev. Kelly Fassett\, Executive Director\, UniteBoston
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/empower-your-mission-the-collectives-strategic-communication-and-creative-solutions/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Pastors,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Scott":MAILTO:katie@thecollectiveagency.cc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T160000
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SUMMARY:Preachers' College
DESCRIPTION:Are you called to preach the Word of God but have not had a chance to learn how? \nIn the spirit of C.H. Spurgeon’s effective school for training preachers\, the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching is pleased to provide Preachers’ College. \nPreachers’ College is an intensive training seminar for to anyone who preaches or teaches but has not had much training. Dr. Jeffrey Arthurs\, Robinson Chair of Preaching and Communication and director of the Center for Preaching will guide participants through the process of moving from text to sermon and equip them with essential tools for composing and presenting biblical\, relevant\, and effective sermons. \nREGISTER TODAY \nSample topics to be covered include: \n\nUnderstanding what expository preaching is\nIntroducing how to do accurate\, biblical exegesis\nFinding the “central truth” and using illustrations\nBuilding effective intros and conclusions\n\n$100 | Regular Registration\n$75 | Recording Only\n$40 | Add-On: Send Dr. Arthurs a short sermon to review
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/preachers-college-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:College Students,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T090000
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SUMMARY:Faith and Foster Care Seminar | June 8
DESCRIPTION:Right now\, there are over 9\,000 children and youth in the foster care system in Massachusetts. With little more than a small bag of belongings at best\, many are placed in disorienting and unfamiliar surroundings—some never return to the sense of home they once knew. During this time\, they need loving people willing to enter their story with care and support. \nDiscover what you can do to make a difference at any stage in your journey. Join Fostering Hope New England and Harbor City Church for this FREE seminar and brunch to better understand your community’s foster care needs and learn how you and your church can find practical ways to respond. \nSaturday\, June 8\, 2024\n9:00 AM –  12:00 PM ET \nBRUNCH INCLUDED\nHarbor City Church | 214 Winthrop St | Winthrop\, MA 02152 \nREGISTRATION
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/faith-and-foster-care-seminar-june-8/
LOCATION:Harbor City Church\, 214 Winthrop St\, Winthrop\, MA\, 02152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children/Families,Community Outreach,Justice,Other,Pastors,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617
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SUMMARY:"Equip the Saints" Program for Black Preachers
DESCRIPTION:Application Deadline is June 15! \nMassachusetts Council of Churches will serve Black clergy from across its network through cohorts of preacher-practitioners\, regular podcasts\, a “Preachers-in-Residence” program\, peer-to-peer support\, and an annual preaching symposium called “Sound the Trumpet in Zion.” They will prioritize Black preacher mental health and engage in a pilgrimage to the African Meeting House on Nantucket\, an icon of local resilient Black preaching. \nPURPOSE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur purpose in “Equip the Saints” is first and foremost support for Black clergy. From our design meeting\, Black clergy shared that they felt the despair and malaise of their congregation\, and their own impending sense of burnout through the multiple pandemics of the past three years. Everything we do in this program point towards increased vocational support. We believe this focus on support for Black clergy is just and appropriate\, given the systemic racism of our region and escalating white supremacist violence. Our overall objective also includes equipping all clergy to faithfully and biblically preach against the idolatry of white supremacy cloaked in Christianity and preach towards the unity of the body of Christ. \nPROCESS \nBlack clergy from across the Church in Massachusetts will be eligible to apply to join Cohorts of 20 preacher-practitioners per year over the course of five program years\, starting in June 2024. We will support and strengthen compelling preaching through regular podcasts\, annual clergy cohorts\, via “Preachers-in-Residence\,” and peer-to-peer support with an annual Preaching Symposium\, “Blow the Trumpet in Zion.” \nWe prioritize Black preacher mental health with two sessions of support from a preacher-social worker each year. We aim to cultivate and strengthen a fellowship of committed and confident preachers across Massachusetts. \nEach Cohort will begin their preaching formation journey together with a pilgrimage to the African Meeting House on Nantucket\, an icon of local resilient Black preaching that very few people other than wealthy white individuals have been able to visit. \nEach Cohort will engage in a rhythm of learning\, practice\, and reflection with Preachers-in-Residence. Preachers will then return to their congregation to practice their new skills or ideas. A second session returns to the Cohort for a reflection on their practice. In this way\, we build up both preaching resources and capacity in our network of preachers. The annual Preaching Symposium\, modeled off of CTS’s Mixed Methods Preaching Conference\, serves as a Church wide gathering to learn\, and grow in strength and solidarity. \nLearn More Here \nApply Here
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/equip-the-saints-program-for-black-preaching/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kenneth Young":MAILTO:kenneth@masscouncilofchurches.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T170000
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SUMMARY:Apply for Boston Fellows!
DESCRIPTION:God has a province for you to oversee in the kingdom. \nBut are you even asking the right questions about work/career/vocation? What does “calling” mean\, biblically\, and how do you discern it? How do you cultivate the spiritual disciplines necessary for meaningful vocation? Is work/life “balance” even the right metaphor? What’s your metric of “significance”? \nYou need companions on this path! And mentors! Where can you find them? Boston Fellows \nJoin for the next cohort: Sep 2024–May 2025 \nEARLY DECISION discount: Apply by June 15 for $100 off! \nLearn more here.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/god-has-a-province-for-you-to-oversee-in-the-kingdom/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Pastors,Singles,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Fellows":MAILTO:operations@bostonfellows.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T203000
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SUMMARY:Women in Christian Leadership: A Time of Listening and Sharing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special\, set aside space during the annual Vision New England Leaders Gathering for women in Christian leadership to gather for dessert and meaningful conversation. Let’s come and process together the unique experiences\, stories\, and perspectives we hold on Tuesday May 7\, from 6:00 to 8:30pm at Gordon College. \nThe hope for this gathering is to experience a space of deep listening and connection about living and leading throughout this pre-election year as a Christian woman leader. This will be a special structured time to meet with God\, yourself\, and others. \nWe seek to slow down our minds and bodies to practice the art and gift of presence with one another and with God. We seek to create a brave space for all women to come fully as they are to listen\, share\, and process together. \nWe’ll be crafting small group dialogue where your voice\, story and engagement matter\, so the earlier you RSVP\, this helps out with our planning. You can also invite a friend or two in Christian leadership who might appreciate this kind of space and whom you can journey with to continue the evening’s conversation. \nClick here to register \n*Note: When you click on the Eventbrite\, it may say “sold out.” However\, this is likely not the case\, as we have been receiving some spammed registrations. Please email Ashley Howard apitkin@visionnewengland.org to register if the event says sold out. Thank you!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/women-in-christian-leadership-a-time-of-listening-and-sharing/
LOCATION:Gordon College\, 255 Grapevine Rd.\, Wenham\, MA\, 01929
CATEGORIES:Featured,Pastors,Prayer,Singles,Social,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Kelly Fassett":MAILTO:kelly@uniteboston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T160000
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SUMMARY:Storytelling & Story Listening  Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a full day workshop to develop storytelling and story listening skills with Lani Peterson\, Psy.D.\, psychologist\, and story coach. We will focus on the power of stories to change and heal\, learn how to tell a personal story for impact\, and most importantly\, learn how to support others with lived experience to find and tell their stories in a safe way that leads to personal growth and social change. This opportunity is free for all participants! \nClick here to sign up
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/storytelling-story-listening-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Lecture,Pastors,Singles,Social,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T210000
DTSTAMP:20240410T124630Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T124630Z
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SUMMARY:"Built for AI" Conference
DESCRIPTION:This is a conference for pastors and business leaders on the very important subject of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Join us in person or virtually. \nTopics: \n\nTheology – understanding the church’s role in pioneering technological advancements.\nMotivation – embracing change and the future with faith and foresight.\nEquipping – equipping believers with practical AI tools and knowledge.\nLeadership – leading through innovation.\n\nClick here to register: https://new-england.builtforai.live/
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/built-for-ai-conference/
LOCATION:CCF Ministries\, 105 Princeton Blvd.\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Other,Pastors,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Donna Dougherty":MAILTO:donnad@ccfcca.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240516
DTSTAMP:20240423T175311Z
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SUMMARY:Job Opening with the Episcopal Chaplaincy at Harvard University
DESCRIPTION:Part-Time Job Description: Kellogg Fellow     \nThe Episcopal Chaplaincy at Harvard  \nRev. Rita Powell has been a board member with UniteBoston for a number of years. There is a new part-time position opening up to work with her at Harvard University’s Episcopal Chaplaincy that we wanted to spread the word about!  \nThe Kellogg Fellow is a unique opportunity to learn how to steward innovative imaginative ministry.  Working with students\, young adults\, and others in the community\, the Kellogg Fellow serves as an assistant to the Chaplain. A person who is interested in using creativity/the arts to ask questions about church evolution would be a good fit. The work includes basic administration\, weekly responsibilities in liturgy and worship\, community life\, and communications.  It can also include theater\, pilgrimage\, music\, and visual arts\, guided by the passions of the Kellogg Fellow and community.   \nThis job is funded with a stipend and is approximately halftime (~20 hrs/week). It can also include housing.   \nLearn more here. \n  \n 
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/job-opening-with-the-episcopal-chaplaincy-at-harvard-university/
LOCATION:Episcopal Chaplaincy at Harvard\, 1A Garden Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Job Posting,Justice,Lecture,Prayer,Singles,Social,Training,Worship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rita Powell":MAILTO:rita@harvardepiscopalians.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T193000
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SUMMARY:MANTLES! GARMENT STUDY ONLINE COURSE
DESCRIPTION:Grow In God’s Vision for You! GARMENT STUDY! It’s More than a Course\, it’s an ENCOUNTER!\n10 % movement\n100% Biblical Study\n100% Discipleship\n100% For Women\n100% Online\nReceive a certificate of completion and online graduation.\nGARMENT STUDY from the inside out\, you will never look at your garments the same again! Registration is officially open!!!\nRegistrar Today! https://bit.ly/48jl4Yu\nwebsite: www.whyimoveliturgicaldance.com
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/mantles-garment-study-online-course/2024-04-18/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Prayer,Training,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T150000
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SUMMARY:The Imperfect Pastor: 2024 Gordon-Conwell Pastors' Conference
DESCRIPTION:About the Conference: \nLeaders in ministry are pressured to produce large\, famous things as fast as possible. But the things that matter most in the lives of those we serve require small\, mostly overlooked graces over a longer period of time. Pastoring and preaching are best when seen as acts of love and wonder hovering within the ordinary lives of particular people. But this means we also need wisdom. When competing cultural questions\, political voices\, and individual doubts rise\, it can feel more difficult to know which voices belong with Jesus\, and how to wisely help others hear his voice and biblically follow him. In these conversations\, Dr. Zack Eswine will spur you on to taste the goodness of wiser loves and skills for your life and ministry. \nSchedule: \n9:45-10:45 a.m. Plenary Session I: The Imperfect Preacher\n12:00-1:30 p.m. Dean’s Forum: Locating Jesus in our Political Moment (lunch included)\n1:45-3:00 p.m. Plenary Session II: The Imperfect Pastor
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/the-imperfect-pastor-2024-gordon-conwell-pastors-conference/
LOCATION:Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary\, 130 Essex Street\, South Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Pastors,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T183000
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SUMMARY:One: Following Jesus' Call to Unity
DESCRIPTION:A documentary film on the sobering history of cultural and denominational divisions in the church\, and some of the ways folks have worked and are working to bridge those divisions (featuring N.T. Wright\, Fr. Richard Rohr\, Brian McLaren\, Lisa Sharon Harper\, Bishop Robert Barron\, Fr. Demetrios Tonias and many others). Join us to watch part 1 of the film\, followed by a 30-minute conversation at Assumption College in Worcester. \nRSVP by emailing Scott Brill\, Director of The Initiative\, scott@theinitiative.org
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/one-following-jesus-call-to-unity/
LOCATION:Assumption University Campus Ministry Center\, 500 Salisbury St\, Worcester\, 01609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children/Families,College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Pastors,Singles,Social,Training,Worship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Brill":MAILTO:thebrillopad@gmail.com
GEO:42.2922497;-71.8291852
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Assumption University Campus Ministry Center 500 Salisbury St Worcester 01609 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=500 Salisbury St:geo:-71.8291852,42.2922497
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T130000
DTSTAMP:20240223T164537Z
CREATED:20240223T164537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T164537Z
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SUMMARY:Gordon-Conwell Explore Seminary: CUME
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to get a taste of life at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary!\nProspective students are invited to join us Saturday March 16 for Explore Seminary\, a half day event held at Gordon-Conwell’s Campus for Urban Ministerial Education (CUME) in Boston\, MA\, where you will learn about academics\, community life\, and financial aid. \nPlease register here to attend this free event\, including lunch. This event may be attended in-person or virtually by Zoom (link provided upon registration). \nEvent Schedule\n9:30a.m. – 10:00 a.m. — Check-In\n10:00a.m. – 10:10 a.m. — Welcome\n10:10a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Campus Overview with Dr. Virginia Ward\, Dean of CUME\n10:30a.m. – 11:15 a.m. — Special Lecture\n11:15a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Campus Tour\n11:30a.m. – 11:45 a.m. — Spiritual Formation at Seminary with Thomas Griffin\n11:45a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Lunch and Alumni/Current Student Panel\n12:30p.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Admissions Overview/Q&A\n1:00p.m. – Closing
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/gordon-conwell-explore-seminary-cume/
LOCATION:Campus for Urban Ministerial Education\, 90 Warren St\, Roxbury\, MA\, 02119\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Featured,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240308T110000
DTSTAMP:20240302T104358Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T104358Z
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SUMMARY:Migrant Care: Boston Flourish Follow-Up Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a follow-up conversation from Boston Flourish around Migrant Care in Boston on March 8th at 10am. We will give a current update on urgent needs and begin to create working groups for short/long term collaborative care solutions in the city. There are many people already so beautifully engaged\, we just are trying to make those efforts more visible and accessible and also determine where we might discover some gaps. \nA survey was created from the first Boston Flourish conversation\, where faith communities and nonprofits could respond in order to allow us to create a resource map and rapid response team in the city. If you\, or those in your network\, have not completed the survey please do so by clicking here.  \nRSVP by clicking here: bit.ly/belong-mar \nQuestions? Contact Trevor LaFauci <trevor.lafauci@boston.gov> \nMeeting Link: meet.google.com/ycd-xhij-ssy \n 
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/migrant-care-boston-flourish-follow-up-conversation/
LOCATION:online\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Pastors,Singles,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevor LaFauci":MAILTO:trevor.lafauci@boston.gov
GEO:42.4072107;-71.3824374
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T130000
DTSTAMP:20240217T061227Z
CREATED:20240217T060920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T061227Z
UID:24088-1708772400-1708779600@uniteboston.com
SUMMARY:Online Social Justice Course
DESCRIPTION:Hi Boston Friends!  I had the amazing privilege to contribute a chapter on race in the book called\, Social Injustice Volume II which addresses topics of discipleship\, politics\, race\, mental health\, and community development. Practitioners and scholars from North America\, Africa\, and the Middle East came together in a single volume to share insights that can guide the church to effectively engage the injustices of the world. And now that book is an online course! – Rev. Devlin Scott \n  \nDive into a thought-provoking learning experience that explores social justice through the lens of evangelical theology. Discover the intersection of gospel and activism\, and learn how you can make a meaningful impact. \n \nCourse Highlights: \n Deepen your understanding of social justice issues. \n Explore biblical foundations for justice and compassion. \n Engage in open discussions about faith\, ethics\, and social change. \n Empower yourself with practical tools for advocacy and service. \nWho Should Attend? \n Individuals passionate about justice and equity. \n Faith leaders seeking to integrate social justice into their ministry. \n Anyone curious about the intersection of Evangelical beliefs and activism. \n When: weekly beginning February 24 to April 6 \n Time: 11:00am EST\, 8am PST \nNow just $50 with coupon code justice2024 \nPre-Register Today! \nhttps://masterclasses.ephesiology.com/courses/social-justice
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/online-social-justice-course/
LOCATION:Online\, Online\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Devlin Scott":MAILTO:devlin@newcitychurch.cc
GEO:40.7510778;-73.991205
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Online Online MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Online:geo:-73.991205,40.7510778
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T140000
DTSTAMP:20231206T181732Z
CREATED:20231206T181732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T181732Z
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SUMMARY:Faith Leader Gathering for Pastors and Ministry Leaders
DESCRIPTION:We would like to extend an invitation to New England pastors and ministry leaders to join us for a Faith Leader Workshop hosted at Gordon College\, with guest facilitator and friend of the college J.R. Briggs. The topic for the day will be Faith in a Rising Generation: a needed conversation. \nThe gathering will include a complimentary lunch\, two workshop sessions\, and opportunities for networking. \nWe will be hosting this event on Tuesday\, February 13th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Gordon College in the Ken Olsen Science Center. Please RSVP by using this link HERE. Feel free to pass this invitation on to friends or colleagues who work in vocational ministry. \nWe hope you will join us\, and we value and appreciate the Christ-centered work you do in New England!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/faith-leader-gathering-for-pastors-and-ministry-leaders/
LOCATION:Gordon College\, 255 Grapevine Rd.\, Wenham\, MA\, 01929
CATEGORIES:Featured,Pastors,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T130000
DTSTAMP:20240105T143700Z
CREATED:20240105T143624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T143700Z
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SUMMARY:Faith & Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:With over 9\,000 youth in Massachusetts foster care\, the needs of local foster families\, biological families\, and\nsocial workers are great. Join Fostering Hope New England and SEND Relief to learn how you can make a\ndifference in the lives of these vulnerable children and families. You will be inspired as you hear from biological\nfamilies involved with foster care\, Department of Children & Families staff\, trauma experts\, and experienced\nfoster parents. This event is for anyone passionate about vulnerable children—not just those\nready to foster or adopt. \nThe seminar will take place at the SEND Relief Ministry Center at Tremont Temple in Boston\, on January 27th\nfrom 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes brunch. Register for FREE at bit.ly/faithfostercare.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/faith-foster-care/
LOCATION:Send Relief Boston\, 88 Tremont Street\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02108
CATEGORIES:Children/Families,Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fostering Hope New England":MAILTO:info@fosteringhope.org
GEO:42.3574919;-71.0606681
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Send Relief Boston 88 Tremont Street Boston Massachusetts 02108;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=88 Tremont Street:geo:-71.0606681,42.3574919
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T140000
DTSTAMP:20231222T160529Z
CREATED:20231222T160529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T160529Z
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SUMMARY:It's Personal: Relational Discipleship in Urban Church Contexts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ministry training day based on principles from the book It’s Personal: Five Questions You Should Answer to Give Every Kid Hope. Co-authors Reggie Joiner and Rev. Dr. Virginia Ward will provide relevant and practical insights and resources for ministry volunteers and leaders who work with children and teenagers. This training is contextualized for application in the urban church context of Greater Boston and will prove invaluable for those eager to effectively disciple the next generation.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/its-personal-relational-discipleship-in-urban-church-contexts/
LOCATION:Kingdom Builders’ Worship Center\, 301 Columbia Rd.\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="GCTS Boston Campus for Urban Ministerial Education":MAILTO:khannan1@gordonconwell.edu
GEO:42.3089905;-71.0735011
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTSTAMP:20240123T190304Z
CREATED:20240110T180058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T190304Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
DESCRIPTION:The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an international initiative where Christians worldwide are reminded of Jesus’ prayer for his disciples that “they may be one so that the world may believe” (John 17:21). Locally\, UniteBoston coordinates evening collaborative gatherings of fellowship\, prayer and worship from January 18-25 annually.\n\nThis year’s theme\, liturgies\, and prayer guides were developed together by Christian churches from Burkina Faso in western Africa. This year’s theme is based on the text from the Gospel of St Luke: “You shall love the Lord your God … and your neighbor as yourself” (Luke 10:27). In response to the question of who is my neighbor\, Jesus responds with a parable illustrating love extending far beyond the limits expected by the lawyer. It is not shared identities that should prompt us to come to the aid of the other\, but love of our ‘neighbor.’ Here in Boston\, it may be common to relate to one another like Samaritans and Jews\, divided culturally and theologically and living with unfriendly or hostile relationships. However\, Jesus points us to a different way: to engage with those on the “other side” and even understand the situations of one another so intricately that we can ‘pour oil or wine’ on one another’s wounds. Our times of insecurity and fear confront us with a reality where distrust and uncertainty come to the forefront of relationships. This is the challenge of the parable today: to whom am I a neighbour? \nMark Your Calendars – You are invited to mark your calendars and plan to attend the evening gatherings! In this time of Epiphany\, we encourage you to receive the manifestation of Jesus Christ through those of different denominations\, races and cultures. Let’s make the most of these opportunities in order to truly be the family of God and serve as the body of Christ in the world. Let’s also pray with our feet – express love to our neighbors as an act of prayer. \nCommunity Dinner Template – You can use this template for conversation and prayer along this theme with your church or community group! \nSpread the Word – We also appreciate help spreading the word to people in your congregation\, family\, friends\, and neighbors. A personal invitation goes a long way. Calling to mind our common commitment to ‘love thy neighbor\,’ may the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity\, January 18-25\, 2024 be full of moments of conversion of heart through our encounters\, so that “all may be one.” God of welcome\, grant us the grace to risk embracing the stranger\, tending their wounds and standing in solidarity with them. Strengthen our resolve to be kind and merciful and to act towards our sisters and brothers at all times as you do towards us. Lord Jesus\, who prayed that all might be one\, we pray to you for the unity of all Christians\, according to your will\, according to your means. May your Spirit enable us to experience the suffering caused by division\, to see our sin and to hope beyond all hope. Amen. \nSchedule \n\n\n\nLoving Our Unhoused Neighbors: HOME Thursday Night Outreach Thursday January 18\, 5:45 to 7:15pm with optional prep time beforehand and debrief afterwards | Park Street Church\, 1 Park Street\, Downtown Boston \n\n\n\n  Join to serve with Park Street Church’s HOME ministry\, where they welcome 60-100+ unhoused neighbors and other neighbors in need to fellowship meals hosted on Thursday evenings from 5:45-7:15pm and Saturday mornings from 8:30-11am. Come join us as we fellowship with our guests over a warm meal\, while also providing other essential support\, ranging from clothing and toiletries to prayer\, Bible study\, and ESL. You don’t have to sign up in order to serve with us\, but feel free to contact Simon & Maria at home@parkstreet.org if you have any questions!” You can also click here to watch a video about this ministry. \nLoving Our Unhoused Neighbors: Miracle Mile Service Opportunity Saturday January 20 | 8am to 11am | Congregation Lion of Judah\, 20 Reed Street\, Boston (South End) \n\n  Miracle Mile Ministries is a collaborative of churches devoted to a sustained\, deliberate\, strategic response to the area we call “Miracle Mile\,” a roughly 2-square-mile area in the South End of Boston often referred to as “Mass & Cass” or “Methadone Mile.”  It is led by a core group of six Boston-area Lead Churches (Congregación León de Judá\, Antioch Community Church Brighton\, Cornerstone Church\, Restoration City Church\, Hilltop Church and Symphony Church) and also involves a dozen or so churches and parachurch ministries from throughout Boston’s neighboring communities who faithfully support this effort\, week after week. Please come join us on Saturday January 20 at 8am to serve our neighbors\, build relationships\, and share the love of Christ on Miracle Mile. We will be serving breakfast\, distributing clothes\, and ministering on the street. Learn More about Miracle Mile Ministries here\, and you can sign up to volunteer here. For questions\, email Heidi\, heidi.marie99@aol.com \nAn Afternoon of Christian Unity with The Focolare and Chemin Neuf Communities. Sunday January 21 | 1:30 to 4:30pm | Our Lady of the Annunciation Melkite Catholic Cathedral 7 VFW Parkway (West Roxbury) \n\n\n\n  The Focolare and Chemin Neuf communities are hosting an afternoon of activities and prayer around the theme “You shall love the Lord your God… and your neighbor as yourself.” (cf. Luke 10:27) 1:30 – 2:30 Children’s Program (ages 4-18) Adults welcome 2:30 – 3:30 Love Thy Neighbor // The Art of Loving (all ages!!) 3:30 – 4:00 Prayer for Christian Unity in the sanctuary 4:00 – 4:30 Closing conversation in Fellowship Hall Questions? Email julie.james.boston@gmail.com \n“Love Your Neighbor” Neighborhood Dinner Monday January 22 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Dorchester near JFK/UMass \n\n\n\n  Join Cleo for dinner\, prayer and reflection on the story of the Good Samaritan with a creative arts lens. RSVP by emailing cmuhammad85@gmail.com and she will give you the specific address. \nChristian Unity Taize Prayer Tuesday January 23 at 7:30pm | Swedenborg Chapel at Havard University\, 50 Quincy Street\, Cambridge \n\n\n\n  Join for a prayer gathering on Harvard Campus with the Taize liturgy of prayer and song. The Taizé Community is an ecumenical Christian brotherhood in Burgundy\, France\, composed of over 100 brothers from all over the world\, from Catholic and Protestant traditions\, a true “parable of community” that wants its life to be a sign of reconciliation between divided Christians and between separated peoples. Join in this time of song\, prayer\, and silence around the theme of ‘love thy neighbor.’ \nThe service will be streamed on Facebook here: https://fb.me/e/4cMP31pZf \nChristian Unity Prayer Gathering Thursday January 25 at 7:00pm | The Paulist Center\, 5 Park Street\, Downtown Boston \n\n  Please join us in prayer using the worldwide prayer template around the theme “Love Thy Neighbor” that Christians throughout the world will be using this week. This gathering is hosted by the Paulist Center – Fr. Rich Andre will be presiding\, Dean Amy McCreath will be preaching\, and other clergy in the service include Rev. Kelly Fassett and Rev. Colin Leitch. We look forward to praying with you.  \nLoving Our Vulnerable Children: Faith & Foster Care Seminar Saturday January 27 from 10am to 1pm | SEND Relief Ministry Center\, Tremont Temple\, 88 Tremont Street\, Downtown Boston \n\n\n\nWith over 9\,000 youth in Massachusetts foster care\, the needs of local foster families\, biological families\, and social workers are great. Join Fostering Hope New England and SEND Relief to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of these vulnerable children and families. You will be inspired as you hear from biological families involved with foster care\, Department of Children & Families staff\, trauma experts\, and experienced foster parents. This event is for anyone passionate about vulnerable children—not just those ready to foster or adopt. The seminar will take place at the SEND Relief Ministry Center at Tremont Temple in Boston\, on January 27th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes brunch. Register for FREE at bit.ly/faithfostercare
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity/
CATEGORIES:Children/Families,College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Lecture,Pastors,Prayer,Singles,Social,Training,Worship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Kelly Fassett":MAILTO:kelly@uniteboston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T174500
DTSTAMP:20231108T144922Z
CREATED:20231108T144405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T144922Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Ministry Virtual Network
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Vision New England\, Joni and Friends New England has launched a VIRTUAL (online) Disability Ministry network group for New England. This Disability Ministry network is designed to provide equipping\, encouragement and sharing about including people and families with disability in faith communities. Our next meeting is on Thursday\, December 7th from 4:30 – 5:45 PM. Pastors and Ministry Leaders – if you are interested in learning and sustaining a disability inclusive culture\, this online group is for you! \nTo register\, visit Disability Ministry Virtual Network | Joni and Friends. Once you’ve submitted a registration\, a zoom meeting link will be provided to you by Vision New England. \nNOTE: This network group is restricted to New England based churches and ministries!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/disability-ministry-virtual-network/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Featured,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joni &amp%3B Friends New England":MAILTO:mvazquez@joniandfriends.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T133000
DTSTAMP:20231017T195714Z
CREATED:20231017T195714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T195714Z
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SUMMARY:Dean's Forum: Small Town\, Big Gospel: Ministry in Small Places
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, November 28 for the final Dean’s Forum of 2023! \nFor decades now\, evangelicals have implicitly (and sometimes explicitly) privileged and prioritized ministry in big cities and suburbs. After all\, that’s where the action is\, that’s where to go in order to make your life count\, to influence influencers\, to shape culture. The Apostle Paul focused on cities. A small church in a no-name town doesn’t have the same cachet or importance. But for those of us who long to see God’s glory spread everywhere\, throughout the world\, it’s worth asking: is the case for privileging large-place ministry compelling? Is it possible to live a fruitful and significant life devoted to small-place ministry? If so\, how ought we to go about it? Small-town pastor and Gordon-Conwell adjunct faculty\, Dr. Stephen Witmer will address these questions in the forum. \nDr. Jason McConnell\, Gordon-Conwell adjunct faculty and pastor of Franklin United Church and East Franklin Union Church\, will give a response. \nThe Dean’s Forum discussion is free and is open to the public. RSVP is required by November 20 for those who are planning to attend in person. Lunch will be provided to those who will be attending in person. \nRegister here today!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/deans-forum-small-town-big-gospel-ministry-in-small-places/
LOCATION:Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary\, 130 Essex Street\, So. Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Featured,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T150000
DTSTAMP:20231108T190612Z
CREATED:20220919T205722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T190612Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Flourish 2023
DESCRIPTION:WHAT:  Gather with the dreamers and doers of our city to activate and partner towards a Boston where everyone flourishes. \nAt this gathering\, we will celebrate the many ways that God has been and is presently at work in the city and further this work by connecting together to strategically address issues facing Boston residents. \nThis year\, our key impact areas are human trafficking\, youth mental health\, and migrant care. Key organizations addressing these areas will present the current state of these realities\, the progress that is being made\, and how individuals can come alongside their efforts to see tangible change.  While it is only a one-day gathering\, it will generate working teams\, prototypes\, and collaborative potential for transforming our city\, a holistic movement that can be built on for years to come. \nWHY: Jeremiah 29:7 speaks of the need to seek the welfare and holistic flourishing of the city. Our city thrives when faith\, business\, and civic partners collaboratively address local issues rather than work on their own. Our goal is to see Boston Flourish – and we know that this is only possible if we work together. \nWHO: Business\, non-profit\, church\, and city leaders are all invited to take part in this gathering. This gathering is founded on Christian / holistic gospel values\, and we invite anyone who wants to join us in seeking the flourishing of the city. \nPlease join us and help to spread the word! \nFor more information\, visit www.bostonflourish.com. \nClick here to register for the conference \nClick here for sponsor letter & form 
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/bostonflourish/
LOCATION:Congregation Lion of Judah – Reed Street\, 20 Reed Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Justice,Lecture,Other,Pastors,Prayer,Singles,Social,Training,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T160000
DTSTAMP:20231017T194408Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T194408Z
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SUMMARY:New England Church Planting Conference
DESCRIPTION:Come learn from those on the frontlines of church planting in New England and beyond at the New England Church Planting Conference! Whether you are just exploring church planting or are serving on a church a planting team\, this conference\, on November 9\, will provide a great opportunity to learn\, grow\, and connect. \nAll main sessions will be TED talk style and will be followed up with table discussions. Breakouts will further explore specific topics related to church planting in the New England context and allow for collaboration with local leaders and other conference attendees. \nMain sessions include: \n-“Why Church?” – Dr. Scott Sunquist – President of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary\, author of Why Church?\, Understanding Christian Mission\, and other books; he helped plant churches in Singapore and in Pasedena\, California. \n-“Planting Among the Poor and Marginalized” – Morgan Proudfoot\, Planter/Pastor\, Grace Harbor Church New Bedford\, MA. \n-“Empowering Women in Church Plants” – Amy Castello\, Planter/Pastor’s wife\, City on a Hill Church Forest Hills\, Boston\, MA.; Spouse Care Advocate\, Send Boston Network \n-“Keeping Evangelism in Focus in Church Planting” – Sean Sears\, Planter/Pastor\, Grace Church\, Avon\, MA. \n-“Partnering to Serve the Community” – Josh Wyatt\, Planter/Pastor\, Charles River Church\, Boston\, MA. \n-“Engaging the City” – James Roberson\, Planter/Pastor of The Bridge Church\, Brooklyn\, NY. \nBreakouts will include: \n-“Church Planting in a Post-Christian Culture” – Dr. Erin Crider – Adjunct professor of biblical studies at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary \n-“How community restoration can lead to starting a community of faith.” – John Ames – Director\, Boston Send Relief Center \n-“Planting Churches in Rural Place for God’s Glory” – David Pinckney – Missions Pastor\, River of Grace\, Concord\, NH; Rural Church Planting Strategist. \n-Women’s Panel – led by Amy Castello \nLunch from Chick-fil-a will be provided. \nThis event is sponsored by Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and the Send Boston Network.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/new-england-church-planting-conference/
LOCATION:Tremont Temple Baptist Church\, 88 Tremont Street MA 02108\, Boston\, MA\, MA 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Lecture,Pastors,Training
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SUMMARY:Discipleship and Mission Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary invites you to join for a Discipleship and Mission Workshop! \nWe all feel the effects of the discipleship crisis we’re in. What if you could lead your church or ministry to have a culture that produced followers of Jesus that were growing in health in all areas–character development\, relational health\, building authentic community\, learning to hear God and do what He says – not only becoming healthy themselves and growing a vibrant relationship with God but learning to multiply themselves into others (i.e.\, becoming disciple-makers). The way of Jesus is so compelling. The kind of disciples He made were disciples who made disciples who made disciples. The culture they created kept reproducing more disciples who followed Jesus with full abandon and built shared-life kinds of communities who went on mission together. \nImagine what would happen if New England was filled with missionary disciples that kept reproducing themselves? Join us November 9th for a Discipleship and Mission Workshop where we will take a deep dive into what it looks like to build a discipling culture in your context. \nRegister here today!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/discipleship-and-mission-workshop/
LOCATION:Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary\, 130 Essex Street\, So. Hamilton\, MA\, 01982\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Featured,Pastors,Training
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SUMMARY:DeVos Urban Leadership Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Nominate an Urban Youth Ministry Leader for the DeVos Urban Leadership Initiative! – a FREE 15-month training program for youth workers who are seeking to strengthen their core values and develop breakthrough skills for their life and ministry! \nIf you know of a youth leader in your church or ministry who meets the following criteria\, please use this nomination link to nominate them: \n-Leads a program or ministry that directly impacts youth \n-Demonstrates a willingness to share leadership with others \n-Has a strong desire to learn and has a teachable spirit \n-Is in a position to implement plans for change \n-Has been in urban youth ministry for a minimum of three years \n-Is able to participate fully as a part of their job \n-Is personally active in a church \nOnce being nominated\, applications for participation are due Friday\, November 3rd! To learn more\, please visit www.dvuli.org  \n 
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/devos-urban-leadership-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saranya Sathananthan":MAILTO:saranya.sathananthan@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T130000
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SUMMARY:Silence: Healing or Hurtful?
DESCRIPTION:Join the PAX Center for Spiritual Formation for a virtual workshop and reflective space in a time of exploring silence in the context of racial and spiritual formation! \nTina Lu\, a spiritual director of Asian descent\, will create a gathering space for participants to notice & name the ways in which both generative & oppressive forms of silence can show up in our lives\, paying special attention to how systemic oppression can impact a person of color’s experience of silence. This workshop will have spaces for collective sharing & listening\, & is open to spiritual directors\, ministry leaders\, soul care companions\, & anyone who is longing for a space to explore the intersection of both spiritual & racial formation. \nClick here to learn more and register today!
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/silence-healing-or-hurtful/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="PAX Center for Spiritual Formation":MAILTO:contactpaxcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T190000
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SUMMARY:The Convergence Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Convergence Conference: Where the Christian and the Curious Connect \nJoin us at the Harvard Divinity School in Cambridge\, MA for an incredible event that brings together Christians and the curious. The Convergence Conference is a unique opportunity to explore and discuss topics related to faith\, spirituality\, and the intersection of religion and society. \nThis in-person conference is designed to foster open dialogue and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to engage in meaningful conversations. Whether you’re a devoted Christian seeking to deepen your understanding or someone who is simply curious about the role of religion in today’s world\, this conference offers a platform for connection and exploration. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/the-convergence-conference/2023-10-26/
LOCATION:harvard divinity school\, 45 Francis Ave\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:College Students,Community Outreach,Featured,Lecture,Pastors,Singles,Social,Training
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SUMMARY:Soul Care Cohort
DESCRIPTION:WOW! Soul Care cohorts are a geographically accessible\, financially affordable ministry care program designed for ministry\, community\, and organizational leaders that can be attended and sustained within their regular rhythm of ministry and life. We envision these gathering times to be a communal soul sabbath\, where participants will be led through contemplative exercises and introduced to group spiritual direction\, giving space for each individual to listen and pay attention to how God would like to minister to and care for them. We would like to foster a community of grace for these ministry leaders to share and listen in a safe setting and leave nourished\, better able to fulfill the work the Lord has called them to. We also want to connect them to practical resources and equipping on caring for themselves and others in their communities through coaching and teaching from Christian mental and emotional health experts\, with exercises they will need to complete for their own care. We believe this type of cohort support creates space for participants to connect with\, learn\nfrom and value one another\, embracing our mission of prayer\, teaching and celebration in helping women uncover and affirm their God-given calling. \nApplications are receiving on a rolling basis. Please feel free to contact us for any further questions or clarification.
URL:https://uniteboston.com/event/soul-care-cohort/2023-10-04/
LOCATION:Online Event\, Online Event\, Boston\, MA\, 02120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,Pastors,Prayer,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women of Wonder (WOW!)":MAILTO:erika@womenofwonder.us
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