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Taking the War Out of Words: Speaking the Truth in Love - October 1-2 Beyond Survival: What is God's Future for the Small Church? - October 16
2011 Washington Island Forum with Dr. Marcus Borg - June 27 - July 1, 2011
WCC Annual Meeting and Religious Leader's Retreat - December 13-15, 2010Information on Past Events
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Rev. Dr. Tom Long Rev. Dr. Tom Long is Professor of Preaching at Emory University's Candler School of Theology. He is a Presbyterian minister and author of several books on the art of preaching and a frequent presenter for audiences across the country. Program: A weekend of activities with Dr. Tom Long, Professor of Preaching at Emory University's Candler School of Theology. + Friday, Sept. 24 from 9 am to 3 pm, Workshop for Clergy & Lay Leaders, "Proclaiming the Mysteries of Advent and Christmas" at Bethel Lutheran Church, 312 Wisconsin Avenue, Madison, WI. + Saturday, Sept. 25th from 9 am to 3 pm, Workshop for Clergy and Seminarians, "Proclaiming the Mysteries of Advent and Christmas," at First Congregational Church, Wauwatosa.
+ Sunday, Sept. 26th from noon to 3:30 pm, Luncheon and Workshop
for Clergy and Lay People, "Encounters with the Scriptures" at Saint Matthew's
Lutheran Church, Wauwatosa. Registration: See the event flyer for registration fees. View or print an event flyer and registration form in PDF format.
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Taking the War Out of Words: Speaking the Truth in Love - October 1-2, 2010
Sharon Strand Ellison Program: Sharon Strand Ellison is a pioneer in developing methods for eliminating defensiveness and an award-winning speaker and author of Taking the War Out of Our Words and the creator of the Powerful Non-Defensive (PNDC) process. You will learn: how to ask questions with less emotional intensity; how to make statements with no hidden agendas, while responding honestly to the actions, attitude and/or body language of others; and how to set practical limits that protect you and increase the chances that the other person will respond in a positive way. Schedule: Friday, Oct. 1 from 9 am to 4:30 pm; Saturday, October 2 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Cost: Friday only - $45 per person or $70 per couple; Friday & Saturday - $80 per person or $120 per couple, lunch & materials provided. Registration: Contact Columbus United Methodist Church, 222 So. Dickason Blvd., Columbus, WI 53925. Also at: www.cbusumc.com Click here for a program flyer and registration form in PDF format. Sponsors: Columbus United Methodist Church and the Wisconsin Council of Churches.
Beyond Survival: What is God's Future for the Small Church? - October 16th at Shawano; October 8 at Janesville*If you are in a small congregation and are wondering about your future, this workshop is for you! The focus for the day will be:
Presenters: Rev. David King, Presbyterian Church (USA), has over 30 years experience in ordained ministry as a bi-vocational pastor, has served yoked congregations, has served as a church educator for a UMC church, initiated Presbyterian-Lutheran dialog, and has shared worship experiences and mission projects. He served 15 years on the Committee on Ministry for the John Know Presbytery. Rev. Linda Kuhn offers insights and experience from 26 years as an interim minister with over twenty Presbyterian and UCC congregations in Wisconsin during times of transition and distress. She is a past moderator of the Association of Presbyterian Tentmakers which holds joint conferences with Episcopalian bi-vocational colleagues. She is a graduate of Drew Theological Seminary. She and David operate Sand Bur Consulting. Scott Anderson, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Council of Churches, recently completed a sabbatical focused on revitalizing congregations. He is a graduate of University of California, California State and Princeton Theological Seminary. Location: First Presbyterian Church, South Main & Presbyterian Streets, Shawano, WI. Workshop runs from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. on October 16th. Check-in and refreshments at 9:30 am. Registration: View or print a Registration Form on this event in PDF format. Register online and pay by credit card or check.
Church with a Mission or Mission with a Church? - October 30 at Elm GroveA Missional Church Conversation for Pastors and Lay Leaders Presenters: The Rev. Betsy Miller is a graduate of Moravian Theological Seminary and served as pastor of Lake Mills Moravian Church until her appointment in 2005 as Director of Congregational Leadership and Resources for the Western District, Northern Province, Moravian Church in North America. She provides congregational assessments, resources and training for the Western District. Scott Anderson is Executive Director of the Wisconsin Council of Churches. He spent his sabbatical in 2008 studying the missional church movement in five denominations. Location: Community United Methodist Church, 14700 Watertown Plank Road, Elm Grove, WI. The workshop runs from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Check-in and refreshments begin at 9:00 am. Registration: View or print a Registration Form on this event in PDF format. Register online and pay by credit card or check.
- June 27 - July 1, 2011 Enjoy four and one half days of study, worship, community and fun off the tip of Door County, Wisconsin. Each day begins with worship, followed by a plenary session with Dr. Borg. Optional discussion groups, worship, group meals and other Island opportunities combine to make it a great retreat experience. Register early! We may reach full capacity by early 2011.
Rev. Dr. Marcus Borg Presenter: Rev. Dr. Marcus Borg, Canon Theologian at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Portland, OR. Internationally known in both academic and church circles as a Biblical and Jesus scholar, he was Hundere Chair of Religion and Culture in the Philosophy Department at Oregon State University until his retirement in 2007. A full description of his topic for the 2011 Forum will be published here soon. Registration: Download a 2011 Forum Flyer and registration form in PDF format. Additional information concerning Washington Island lodging, restaurants, camp ground and other services can be found at the Washington Island Chamber of Commerce www.washingtonisland-wi.com Register online $250 includes program fees, opening picnic for registrant Monday evening, July 27 and daily refreshments. Lodging and other meals must be arranged separately. Registration fee will be reimbursed in full if WCC is notified of cancellation by May 20, 2011.
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