• Best Practices for Faithful 21st Century Worship and Music Leaders

    October 10-11, 2019, at St Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Dallas Sponsored by the Church Music Institute (CMI) of Dallas with the generous support of the Lilly Endowment Inc, this conference brings clergy, musicians, and laity to engage in a thoughtful discussion of the most important task of the church, the worship of...

  • 2019 W-ELCA NT-NL SWO Retreat

    Women of the ELCA / NT-NL Synodical Women's Organization Retreat Theme: “God’s Undivided Neighborhood” “Which of these three, do you think, was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of the robbers?” He said, “The one who showed him mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.” Luke 10:36-37 NRSV Butman...

  • National Council of Churches Christian Unity Gathering

    This year, the National Council of Churches will be marking 400 years since the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in America. At the Christian Unity Gathering, we will join together in a public witness at Point Comfort, Virginia, where it is recorded that the suffering of millions began in a legacy that lives on...

  • Ministerial Flourishing: Exploring the Meaning, Means and Practices

    Feeling tired and disconnected from what called you to ministry? Are you struggling to improve the quality of your daily life? Or are you seeking a time for personal reflection on what comes next? Brite Divinity School is pleased to offer Ministerial Flourishing: Exploring the Meaning, Means and Practices This week-long, residential workshop in a retreat...

  • Festival of Church Music

    Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center 2301 Flora, Dallas, TX, United States

    The Church Music Institute presents a Festival of Church Music on Sunday, October 13, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., at the Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas, Texas. Held every three years, the Festival features prominent national and international conductors. This year, Eric Nelson, artistic director of the Atlanta Master Chorale, will conduct the 400-voice choir comprised...

  • MEF “Seeds That Change” FUNdraiser and Celebration

    Advent Lutheran Church 3232 S Cooper St., Arlington, TX, United States

    You are cordially invited to the 2019 NT-NL Mission Endowment Fund's "Seeds That Change" FUNdraiser and Celebration! The theme is “Share the Harvest.” ➢ You’re guaranteed a fun evening, complete with a meal of heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages of your choice, including beer, wine, and soft drinks. ➢ Meet grant recipients and see the...

  • Introducing LEAD Journey

    Briarwood Leadership Center 670 Copper Canyon Rd., Argyle, TX, United States

    Check out the LEAD (Living Every Day as Disciples) Journey This seminar is for leaders who are tired of the status quo and want to see their congregation grow deeper in faith. To get the most out of this six-hour commitment, bring your council, staff, and key leaders. We are growing leaders with a deep,...

  • Region 4 Deacon Gathering

    Location: T Bar M, 2549 TX-46, New Braunfels, TX Cost: Early Bird $125 (June 15-July 31) Regular $150 (Aug. 1-Sept. 15) Late Reg. $175 (Sept. 16-Oct. 15) Cost includes Lodging, food & program. Transportation is on your own. Many Regions in the ELCA have been gathering their Deacons to have conversation around the changes in...