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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.
DESCRIPTION:St. John’s Lutheran Church \nand \nthe NT-NL Public Witness for Peace and Justice Team \nCelebrate the Life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. \nNoon – 1:30pm Soul Food Pot Luck \n1:30 -1:50pm Hymns and Praise \n2:00pm Commemoration Program \nRev. Dr. Michael Walker\, Keynote Speaker \nRev. Doris Dupree Harris\, Presiding
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/celebrating-the-life-of-rev-dr-martin-luther-king-jr/
LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church – Dallas\, 2939 Sunnyvale St\, Dallas\, TX\, 75216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Witness Team
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180114T150000
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SUMMARY:Mikah Meyer's Stories & Songs Recital
DESCRIPTION:Join NPR featured\, National Cathedral countertenor singer\, Mikah Meyer\, as he shares stories and songs from his world record\, 3-year road trip to all 417 National Park Service sites. He was featured in Living Lutheran in August 2016: Living on a prayer: One man’s cross-country journey in honor of his father. \nMikah has been living in a cargo van while traveling across the U.S. for the past 21 months becoming the youngest person to visit the entirety of the National Park System–using the media and platform to share a message of carpe diem\, hope\, and acceptance for LGBT Christians. To keep this project going\, he “sings for his supper” and receives donations to fuel him to the next park. Come hear him speak/sing\, learn more about his ministry “Queer For Christ\,” and ask questions.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/mikah-meyers-stories-songs-recital/
LOCATION:Cathedral of Hope\, 5910 Cedar Springs Rd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75235\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180122
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
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SUMMARY:Junior High Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Click here for the registration packet with more details.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/junior-high-gathering-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180121
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
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SUMMARY:Hearing on the ELCA Draft Social Statement on Women and Justice
DESCRIPTION:The Draft Social Statement on Women and Justice was released on November 15. The task force hopes that every synod will have at least one hearing on the draft. Please find more information about hearings in the FAQ. A hearing for NT-NL has been scheduled for January 20 at 10am at Shepherd of Life\, Arlington. \nThe ELCA Task Force on Women and Justice: One in Christ is releasing the draft as a crucial step in the development of a social statement that will be considered by the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly. Task force members hope the next 11 months of comment and conversation among people of faith will be a widespread and instructive discernment on the timely themes and commitments in the draft. Your participation is desired and encouraged. \nELCA social statements are teaching and policy documents that provide broad frameworks to assist us in thinking about and discussing social issues in the context of faith and life. They are meant to help communities and individuals with moral formation\, discernment and thoughtful engagement with current social issues as we participate in God’s work in the world. Social statements also set policy for the ELCA and guide its advocacy and work as a publicly engaged church. \nThe issue of women and justice is a long-standing struggle that pervades our society\, our history\, and our faith tradition. Currently\, there has been much discussion of a social tipping point\, highlighted by the current environment of the #MeToo movement. The Public Witness committee\, Bishop Gronberg\, and the One in Christ Task Force all hope you will participate in the review and affirmation of this document. This is a huge opportunity to guide the future of our faith. Please read this document and come with recommendations. All are welcome! \nThe entire statement can be found in the first 2\,750 words of the draft\, what is called the Basic Statement. The FAQ about the process and the two-page overview of the content also attached are designed to help explain the draft and the process that has led to it. Questions can be directed to womenandjustice@elca.org. \nFind out more here: elca.org/womenandjustice.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/hearing-on-the-elca-draft-social-statement-on-women-and-justice/
LOCATION:Shepherd of Life Lutheran Church\, 715 E. Lamar Blvd.\, Arlington\, TX\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Witness Team
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180204
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SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/synod-council-meeting-feb-2018/
LOCATION:Christ Evangelical Lutheran Mission Center at Briarwood\, 680 Copper Canyon Rd.\, Argyle\, TX\, 76226\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stephen Ministry workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 3\, Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration in Dallas will host a Stephen Ministry Introductory Workshop from 9:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M. Local congregations from a variety of denominations around the DFW metroplex will be in attendance. Registration begins at 8:00 A.M. This half-day\, three-session workshop is designed to help congregations catch a vision for strengthening their caring ministry through equipping laypeople as caregivers. During this event\, participants will also develop caregiving skills they can use right away. The cost of this workshop is $15 per person or $50 for a group of four or more from the same congregation. For more information or to register\, call Stephen Ministries at (314) 428-2600 or visit stephenministry.org/workshop.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/stephen-ministry-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180203T160000
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SUMMARY:PLMA Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \nMore information coming soon.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/plma-graduation/
LOCATION:Calvary Lutheran Church – Richland Hills\, 7620 Baker Blvd\, Richland Hills\, TX\, 76118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Lay Ministry Academy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180211
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SUMMARY:MEF Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/mef-board-meeting-february-2018/
LOCATION:Briarwood Leadership Center\, 670 Copper Canyon Rd.\, Argyle\, TX\, 76226\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180210T110000
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SUMMARY:NT-NL African American History Celebration
DESCRIPTION:February is African American History Month \nCommunity of Hope Lutheran Church\, Mt. Olive Lutheran Church\, and St. John’s Lutheran Church \nInvite you to \nA Celebration of History & Heritage of the Historically African American Lutheran Churches\, NT-NL Synod \n“We’ve Come This Far By Faith!” \nPresentation from each Church \nAnd Fellowship Meal \nClick here for a flyer with this information.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/nt-nl-african-american-history-celebration/
LOCATION:Community of Hope\, 4301 Miller Ave\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76119\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180214
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Legislative Event
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Rooted in Faith / Grounded in Love \nSpeaker: Rev. Alexia Salvatierra\, Co-author of Faith-Rooted Organizing: Mobilizing the Church in Service to the World \nOrganizers: The Poverty and Justice Task Force (PJTF) of the ELCA Southwestern Texas Synod\, in partnership with Texas Impact \nLocation: Gethsemane\, Austin\, and the Capitol Building\, Austin \nIt is our hope that the Sunday program will set the spiritual foundation so that all participants will have a better understanding of why and how we can advocate in a faith-based way for the legislative issues we hear on Monday. \nClick here for a flyer with more details. Click on Event Website below for a direct link to registration.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/lutheran-legislative-event-feb-2018/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180224T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180224T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T162426Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Fest 2018
DESCRIPTION:Caring for God’s Creation is the theme. Main Speaker Dr. Tim H. Robinson will explore how Christian theology\, ethics\, and practice are being re-imagined to equip Christians to faithfully care for creation. \n\n\n\n\nParticipants will also take part in 3 of 7 workshops such as God’s Joy at Creation and Now\, Creating Treasures out of Trash and Better Choices; Better Health \nCost:  $25.00 per person (includes hot lunch) \nClick here for registration brochure.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/senior-fest-2018/
LOCATION:Resurrection Lutheran Church\, 1919 Independence Pkwy\, Plano\, TX\, 75075\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180228
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SUMMARY:LSTC Seminary Sampler
DESCRIPTION:How is God Calling You Into the World? \nHave you ever wondered about Public Ministry? Or Seminary? Or both? \nCome visit the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago and find out for yourself what life is like as a seminarian! \nSeminary Sampler is a three-day event designed for those who want to immerse themselves in what it means to be a seminarian in Hyde Park. In addition to experiencing all the activities of an individual visit\, Seminary Sampler participants meet other individuals discerning a call to ministry\, enjoy a meal in Chicago’s vibrant Greektown neighborhood\, engage in conversation with LSTC’s president\, meet the faculty\, sit in on classes\, and spend time with current students. \nSeminary Sampler begins at 3 p.m. on Sunday and ends at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Housing and meals during the event are provided; travel stipends are available. Spouses\, partners\, and parents are invited to attend. \nFor more information visit: \nlstc.edu/admissions \nOr contact us: \n773.256.0727 \nadmissions@lstc.edu
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/lstc-seminary-sampler-spring-2018/
LOCATION:Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC)\, 1100 East 55th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60615\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180228
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SUMMARY:ELCA Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:Following up on the learning from our experience at NT-NL Leadership Convocation\, we will be hosting an ELCA Coach Training event Monday-Tuesday\, February 26-27\, 8am-5pm both days. This will be an opportunity to learn more about coaching and begin the process (for those who desire) towards coaching certification. The event is limited in size and will be heavily subsidized by the ELCA and DiscipleLife Endowment Funds. The cost per person is only $100 for NT-NL members or $350 for all others. This cost will assist with materials and presenters and invites commitment from participants. (We have tentatively reached our limit of 15 registrants. Please contact jason@ntnl.org to be added to our waiting list.) \n \nWhat is coaching?\nCoaching is a process of coming alongside a person or team to help them discover God’s agenda for their life and ministry\, and then cooperating with the Holy Spirit to see that agenda become a reality. \nWhat is the coaching process?\nCoaching is not about the Coach!!! It is a focused process in which the coachee\, their community\, and their goals are the center of the conversation. The coach is focused not on their needs or goals but on working with the coachee to discern their goals and develop plans and accountability to accomplish those goals. Coaching has been shown to enhance the effectiveness of ministry for both leader and community. Bishop Gronberg desires to partner with other synods around the ELCA to develop understanding about coaching and make this vital tool available to more leaders throughout our church. \nAttend this two-day training event to learn\, apply\, and practice good coaching skills. Upon completion\, you can become a Level I coach in the ELCA. After completing labs\, you can become a Level II coach in the ELCA. \nClick here for the ELCA Coaching Ministry Overview.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/elca-coach-training/
LOCATION:Christ Evangelical Lutheran Mission Center at Briarwood\, 680 Copper Canyon Rd.\, Argyle\, TX\, 76226\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180305
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SUMMARY:Peer Ministry (9th - 12th graders)
DESCRIPTION:Details coming soon.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/peer-ministry-9th-12th-graders/
LOCATION:Briarwood Leadership Center\, 670 Copper Canyon Rd.\, Argyle\, TX\, 76226\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180305
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
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SUMMARY:Spring Retreat for 4th\, 5th\, & 6th graders
DESCRIPTION:Upper Elementary Spring Retreat \nJust can’t wait until summer for the awesomeness that is camp?!? Well\, if you’re in luck! Partnering with Peer Ministry\, we are having a Spring Retreat for our 4th-6th Graders\, and we’ll take advantage of all that Briarwood has to offer\, including fishing\, our High Ropes Tower\, and more! You can expect to have a fantastic time\, so sign up before all of our spots are gone!
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/spring-retreat-4th-5th-6th-graders/
LOCATION:Briarwood Leadership Center\, 670 Copper Canyon Rd.\, Argyle\, TX\, 76226\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180311
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
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SUMMARY:The Role of the Church in Undoing Racism
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW.\nThe NT-NL Public Witness for Peace and Justice team is offering a workshop that will address racism from a faith-based perspective: \n\nTheology: what we believe; what God calls us to be and do\nHistory: how the past influences us today\nAccountability: how the Lutheran Church in faithfulness to God’s call must deal with the reality of racism\n\nThis workshop is designed to provide participants in the NT-NL missional area with an analysis that specifically focuses on systemic rather than individual factors of racism.  Through facilitated dialogue\, the workshop will increase understanding of what racism is\, how it is manifested in all systems and institutions\, and the role of Church in dismantling racism in the community of faith and in society at large. \nThe facilitators are skilled in helping to create a liberated space for developing a common language and understanding that opens the door for new\, bold\, and courageous conversations on institutional and structural racism.  These discussions are critical for discovering the deeply rooted issues that have become barriers to pursuing the mission that God has entrusted to the Church. \nThis safe place creates an atmosphere for all to engage in creative thinking\, that hopefully will lead to ongoing training and organizing support of a movement toward becoming an anti-racist Church. \nThis event is part of an effort by the NT-NL Synod to fulfill the resolution passed at the 2016 Churchwide Assembly that synods offer anti-racism training events at least once every two years. \nFacilitators \nMrs. Joyce James is a racial equity consultant who provides training and technical assistance to organizations across the country as they address institutional and structural racism. She is the former Associate Deputy Executive Commissioner for the Center for the Elimination of Disproportionality and Disparities and the Texas State Office of Minority Health. Mrs. James is credited with being the pioneer of efforts to address racial disproportionality and disparities in the Texas Child Protective Services (TxCPS) where she served as the Assistant Commissioner. Under her leadership\, Texas became the first state in the country to pass legislation requiring that a state agency such as TxCPS address racial disproportionality. Mrs. James is recognized nationally for the model she created and implemented that led to a reduction in disproportionality and disparities for African American and Native American children served through state agencies. She is a presenter with The People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond and was a keynote speaker at the 2014 Synod Assembly. \nRev. Joseph Barndt is an ELCA pastor who has dedicated the majority of his ministry to addressing issues of racism. For eighteen years\, he was the director of Crossroads Ministry (Chicago)\, an organization committed to dismantling racism and promoting anti-racist\, multicultural diversity within communities. For over forty years\, Pastor Barndt has been an anti-racism trainer. He is the author of a number of books\, including Becoming an Anti-Racist Church: Journeying Toward Wholeness and Understanding and Dismantling Racism: The Twenty-First Century Challenge to White America. Pastor Barndt is a community organizer and trainer with The People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond. He has served several congregations in California and Arizona. \nDates and Times \nFriday\, March 9\, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, March 10\, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nOther Details \nCost includes lunch on Saturday. This training is valued at $400 per person\, not including any meals or facilities. \nThere are reasonably priced hotels in the area for those who may have difficulty commuting. \nSome funding is available for those who may need assistance with registration and/or hotel fees. Please contact the Rev. Chuck Hubbard\, cell 214-395-6978 (leave a message or send a text). \nRegistration is limited to 40 people. (We will secure your spot when we receive your payment.) \nClick here for a brochure / bulletin insert. \nREGISTER NOW.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/the-role-of-the-church-in-undoing-racism/
LOCATION:Shepherd of Life Lutheran Church\, 715 E. Lamar Blvd.\, Arlington\, TX\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Witness Team
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20170531T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180321T155550Z
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SUMMARY:Parish Lay Ministry Academy\, Spring 2018\, Course 1
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/plma-spring-2018-course-1/
LOCATION:Christ Evangelical Lutheran Mission Center at Briarwood\, 680 Copper Canyon Rd.\, Argyle\, TX\, 76226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Lay Ministry Academy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180406
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T192031Z
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SUMMARY:ACT Now! Unite to End Racism
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a rally and a call to action on the National Mall in Washington\, DC! \nACT Now to: \n–Awaken to the truth that racism is evil and hurts us all \n–Confront racism through truth-telling and action to right the wrong \n–Transform the hearts\, minds\, and behaviors of people and institutions \nACT Now: Unite to End Racism in the areas of church life and practices\, criminal\, economic and social justice\, civil and human rights\, environmental justice\, immigration\, media\, and education. \nJoin in the clarion call to heal the soul of the nation as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of Dr. King’s assassination. Let’s finish the work! \nWhere: At sites across Washington\, DC\, including the Lincoln Memorial and the National Mall \nWhen: April 3-5\, 2018 \nTuesday evening\, April 3: Service of Worship in the Orthodox Tradition\nWednesday\, April 4: Rally on the National Mall\, 7:00am to 4:00pm\nThursday\, April 5: a Day of Action in the Nation’s Capital \nThe time is now! The National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA (NCC) and our partners are committed to eradicating the entrenched racism that grips the United States and paralyzes our ability to see every human being as equal. Together\, we confront this systemic evil in which Christians and church institutions and policies are complicit and complacent in addressing this global problem. We challenge ourselves and our communities to join in truth-telling leading to actions that right the wrongs\, and\, with God’s grace\, bring healing and wholeness to all people\, and unity to the nation. \nApril 3-5 is only the beginning. Our #rally2endracism is the launch of a comprehensive\, multi-year program to address racism in our nation. \nOur commitment is to awaken to the trauma of racism and the legacy of white privilege in the United States through self-evaluation and institutional assessment of embedded racism; to confront racism and white privilege through disciplined truth-telling coupled with strategies in the areas of church life and practices\, criminal justice\, economic justice\, social justice\, media\, civil and human rights\, environmental justice\, education; and thus transform the hearts\, minds\, and behaviors of people and institutions. \nMeasures of success include: \n\nNCC member churches\, communities\, and institutions conducting assessments\nChurches undertaking action items\nChange in behaviors\, policies\, and representation in the Church and communities (what changes?)\nPolicy and Legislation work that addresses the manifestation in policing and the criminal justice system\nChanges in institutional behaviors as it relates to criminalization based on race\n\nFor more context: http://nationalcouncilofchurches.us/national-council-of-churches-endorse-sweeping-initiative-to-end-racism/ \nQ: How can I donate to this wonderful effort?\nA: You may donate online. Use the link: http://www.rally2endracism.org/donate/ to donate using a credit card\, PayPal\, or to receive instructions on how to send a check. Consider making a donation in honor or in memory of someone important to you. \nQ: What will happen after the rally to end racism?\nA: This launch event will be followed by an extensive program that will address racism in the areas of church life and practices\, criminal\, economic and social justice\, civil and human rights\, environmental justice\, immigration\, media\, and education.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/act-now-unite-to-end-racism/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180406
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180130T193153Z
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Generosity: Signs of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Ecumenical Conference on Stewardship \nClick here for a “Save the Date” flyer (PDF). \nClick here for a Special Invitation for NT-NL. \n\nExplore your path to faithful generosity with insights from experts in plenary sessions and workshops.\nHear signs of hope through inspiring worship and stories in Bright Spot presentations.\nLeave ready and able to create new paths of generosity in your church or organization.\n\n \nOffered in partnership by these organizations:\nEcumenical Stewardship Center * Center for Faith and Giving\, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) * Cumberland Presbyterian Church\nEvangelical Lutheran Church in America * Presbyterian Church in Canada\nThe Episcopal Network for Stewardship * United Church of Christ Office of Philanthropy & Stewardship \nAs a conference attendee\, you’ll engage in: \n\nAn inspiring opening worship session\nFour outstanding keynote sessions\nThree interactive and educational workshops\nFour inspirational Bright Spot stories\nNetworking and fellowship at daily lunches and breaks\n\n \nVisit https://stewardshipresources.org/pathways for the latest updates. \nRegister to attend on-site. \nRegister to attend via live stream.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/pathways-to-generosity-conference/
LOCATION:King of Glory Lutheran Church – Dallas\, 6411 LBJ Freeway ·\, Dallas\, TX\, 75240\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180409
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20170510T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170907T141758Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Gathering Event
DESCRIPTION:For any Youth planning to join us for the ELCA Youth Gathering (Jun 27 – Jul 1) in Houston\, TX. \nIn Merkel\, TX (Abilene area) \nClick here for the registration packet with more details.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/pre-gathering-event/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20180315T203218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180315T203407Z
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SUMMARY:NT-NL Dallas Area Metroplex North Conference W-ELCA 2018 Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas Area Metroplex North Conference of the NT-NL Synod Women’s Group is holding their 7th annual Women’s Retreat on April 7\, 2018\, with guest facilitator Kathy Dodson\, from TX Refugee Services. See the registration form for full details. \nCost: $20\, includes lunch \nPlease return the completed registration form\, along with your payment\, to the address on the form no later than March 23rd. Make checks payable to Rejoice Lutheran Church.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/nt-nl-damn-conference-welca-2018-spring-gathering/
LOCATION:Rejoice Lutheran Church\, 12000 Independence Pkwy\, Frisco\, TX\, 75035\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20180322T145544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180404T195619Z
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SUMMARY:Immigration: Understanding the Problems & Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Are you confused about immigration? \nDo you want to know more than just sound bites? \nWhat are the facts and what do we really need to know? \nYou are invited to join us and our distinguished panel of speakers as they share their knowledge and discuss with the audience their perspective on the issue of immigration. \n \nDr. Caroline B. Brettell is University Distinguished Professor of Anthropology and Ruth Collins Altshuler Director of the Dedman College Interdisciplinary Institute at Southern Methodist\nUniversity. Brettell has a B.A. degree from Yale University and a Ph.D. degree from Brown University. She has spent her career studying the immigrant populations in Europe\, Canada\, and\nthe United States (most recently in the DFW area). Her particular and most current interests are in the gendered aspects of migration\, issues of identity and citizenship\, and the relationship\nbetween immigrants and cities. \nFrancisco de la Torre Galindo is the Consul General of Mexico in Dallas\, Texas\, as of June 1st\, 2016. Previously\, he served for three years as the Executive Director of the Institute for\nMexicans Abroad at Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He has been a member of the Mexican Foreign Service since 1998. Mr. de la Torre holds a JD from Mexico’s National Autonomous University (UNAM) and a Master’s Degree in Diplomatic Studies with a thesis on “Considerations on the Vote for Mexicans Abroad”. \nChris Salcedo is a veteran broadcaster\, author and a political analyst. The Chris Salcedo Shows can be heard on AM 700 KSEV\, Houston and on 820 AM WBAP in Dallas/Fort Worth\, right before\nthe great Rush Limbaugh Show. A graduate of San Diego State University\, Chris got started in radio in news and traffic and was a news anchor in the 5th largest TV market in the nation at\nCBS11/TXA 21 in DALLAS/FORT WORTH. He has filled in for the nationally syndicated Glenn Beck\, Andrea Tantaros and Roger Hedgecock radio shows. \n(Part of the Dr. Debbie Jacob Life Enrichment Series at King of Glory\, Dallas) \nClick here for a poster. \nClick here for a two-page flyer that includes the panelist bios.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/immigration-understanding-the-problems-opportunities/
LOCATION:King of Glory Lutheran Church – Dallas\, 6411 LBJ Freeway ·\, Dallas\, TX\, 75240\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180415
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20180315T203424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180315T203642Z
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SUMMARY:NT-NL Heart of Texas Conference W-ELCA 2018 Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:“Plug Into Your Power!”  That’s the theme of the HOT Conference W-ELCA Spring Gathering at First Lutheran Church\, Temple\, on Saturday\, April 14. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with refreshments. \nWe will be reminded throughout the day of how Prayer\, Others\, Word\, & being Equipped by the Spirit\, helps us Respond with P-O-W-E-R in lives of service. Chaplain Judy Hoelscher of Baylor Scott & White will speak about finding much Power in “Aging with Grace and Wisdom.” \nA bible study and music will also highlight the Power we have as followers of Christ.  Fellowship with good food\, a Silent Auction\, and a presentation by Jared Hoellein of Mosaic are also part of the day. \nA “Love Offering” will be received & given to 2 charities chosen by FLC Women. \nRegistration forms were sent to Unit Presidents the week of February 19. Those will then be made available to the members.  Registration fee is $10. Registering by April 4 will be rewarded with a special gift. \nA Business Meeting led by HOT Conference W-ELCA President\, Kimberly Fehler\, will conclude the day at 1:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/nt-nl-hot-conference-welca-2018-spring-gathering/
LOCATION:First Lutheran – Temple\, 1515 West Adams Ave\, Temple\, TX\, 76504\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180422
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20180315T203717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180315T203849Z
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SUMMARY:NT-NL Panhandle Conference W-ELCA 2018 Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Panhandle Conference Women of the ELCA will meet at the Red Zone Café\, 3602 Slide Rd.\, Lubbock\, Texas\, at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday\, April 21\, 2018 for their Spring Gathering.  The Theme will be “Growing as Lutherans.”  All ladies are welcome to join the event.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/nt-nl-panhandle-conference-welca-2018-spring-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20170531T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180321T155658Z
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SUMMARY:Parish Lay Ministry Academy\, Spring 2018\, Course 2
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/plma-spring-2018-course-2/
LOCATION:Christ Evangelical Lutheran Mission Center at Briarwood\, 680 Copper Canyon Rd.\, Argyle\, TX\, 76226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Lay Ministry Academy
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GEO:33.0908265;-97.1099253
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20171121T174255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T174322Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Regional Interfaith Conference
DESCRIPTION:An Opportunity for Interreligious Experiences \nSaturday\, April 21 | 9:00am – 4:15pm \nClarion Grand Park Hotel | Lubbock\, TX \nOpening Keynote: The Rev. Dirk Ficca\, International Director\, Twin-Cities Social Cohesion Initiative \nRev. Ficca has been involved in the global interfaith movement for more than 20 years\, including his tenure as Executive Director of the Council for A Parliament of the World’s Religions. \nPlus multiple interest sessions and the Unity Celebration \nFor registration materials\, hotel accommodations\, or more information\, contact the Lubbock Interfaith Association | 806-792-9060 | lubbockia@att.net. \nPre-Registration by April 1: $30 (lunch provided) \nOn-site Registration: $40 (lunch provided) \nChildren\, Students with ID: Free (pre-registered or on-site) \nFamily/Household discount available
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/2018-regional-interfaith-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180429
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20170504T050000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T210428Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:*For some links on this page\, you may need to have a PDF reader on your device.* \n \nPlanned and hosted by the Heart of Texas Conference \nTheme: Under Construction: Transforming in Christ \nScripture: Romans 12:2 \nBible Study Leader: The Rev. Mandy Brobst-Renaud (St. Peter\, Malone) \nELCA Churchwide Representative: Kathryn Lohre (Assistant to the Presiding Bishop\, Executive for Inter-Religious & Ecumenical Relations) \nOffering: Fund for Leaders \nLocation: Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center\, 3303 N 3rd St\, Temple\, TX 76501 \nNow that we have a website built from a database and with responsive design (i.e. mobile-friendly)\, we are opting out of using Guidebook this year and will use our website for all resources needed for Assembly. \nBook of Reports \nTentative Agenda (for general planning purposes): \nThursday\, April 26\nSynod Council Meeting \nFriday\, April 27\nMorning: Display Set up and Synod Council Meeting\n1pm: New Member Orientation\n1:30pm: Order for Opening of Assembly\n1:45pm: Business Session/Bible Study and First Ballot (including Churchwide Assembly Voting Members)\n5:30pm: Adjourn\n7pm: Banquet and Anniversary Recognition \nSaturday\, April 28\n8:15am: Morning Prayer\n8:30am: Business Session/Bible Study\n10:45am: Festival Worship\, Installation of Conference Deans\, Recognition of Word and Service Roster\nNoon: Lunch and Affinity Group Conversations\n1:45pm: Business Session/Bible Study\n5pm: Closing of Assembly\n6pm: Optional dinner (on your own) with Bishop Gronberg and Synod Staff at The Oscar Store \nSunday\, April 29\nFor those wishing to stay\, options will be noted for worship in local ELCA congregations \nHousing: These special rates for our Assembly cannot be guaranteed after April 4\, 2018. \nHeadquarters Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Temple\, 1749 Scott Blvd\, Temple\, TX 76504. SOLD OUT!\n(Breakfast not included; Can be purchased from their on-site restaurant)  \nOther Hotel Options: *Ask for the Lutheran Assembly Rate \nFairfield Inn ($89 per night plus taxes and fees) – 800-228-2800 or 254-771-3030\n1402 SW HK Dodgen Loop\, Temple\, TX 76504\n(Breakfast included) \nCandlewood ($85 per night plus taxes and fees) – 254-773-8342\n850 Scott Blvd\, Temple TX 76504 (across the street from the headquarters hotel\, where breakfast can be purchased)\n(No breakfast; Kitchenettes; Cafe within walking distance) \nHoliday Inn Express ($99 per night plus taxes and fees) – 254-773-5500\n2609 South 39th St\, Temple\, TX 76504\n(Breakfast included) \nOnline Registration is Closed\nRegistration Fees \nOn Site Rates\nVoting Members – $315\nRetired Rostered – $160\nVisitors – $100 \nHard Copy of the Book of Reports – $25 \nDisplayers (NT-NL / ELCA Ministries) – $50 \nVendors – $100 \nNon-Participant Food Package (includes 2 meals – Friday banquet\, Saturday lunch) – $55 \nElections at the Assembly \n(Nominations are now closed) \nSynod Treasurer (4 year term) \nSynod Council Positions (nominees come from the related conference – 4 year term)\nHeart of Texas Conference – Lay Male and Lay Female (one 35 or under\, and one 36 or over)\nConference Out West – Lay Male and Lay Female (one 35 or under\, and one 36 or over)\nEastern Conference – Ordained\nLatin@/Hispanic – Ordained \nELCA Churchwide Voting Members\nRostered Minister of Word and Sacrament – Female\nRostered Minister of Word and Sacrament – Male\nLay Female (35 or younger)\nLay Female (36 or older)\nLay Male (35 or younger)\nLay Male (36 or older) \nThe next ELCA Churchwide Assembly will be August 5-10\, 2019\, in Milwaukee\, WI. \nELCA Church Council Members (nominees to be then voted on at the 2019 Churchwide Assembly)\nTWO Rostered Ministers of Word and Sacrament \nThe NT-NL Synod is paired with the Arkansas Oklahoma (AOK) Synod in continuing resolution 19.02.C05. for the purpose of nominating two persons to the ELCA Church Council to be elected by the 2019 Churchwide Assembly. The nominating committee has assigned the category of Minister of Word and Sacrament to our synod for nomination. \nWe are looking for people who would bring a commitment to the work of this church in all of its expressions. It is important that those nominated can work with the other members of the Church Council in assuming the governance role that has been assigned to the council. \nThis means that our 2018 Synod Assembly will select two persons who fit this category. These persons will then be nominated to the Churchwide Assembly\, which will elect one to a six-year term on the Church Council\, beginning upon the conclusion of the 2019 Assembly. \nThe process that our synod uses to identify and nominate these people is not described in the constitution. What is required is that the Synod Assembly nominates them. That means there will need to be a vote of the assembly to place these two people in nomination. Once these names are presented to the assembly in Milwaukee\, there is not provision for nominations from the floor for this position. The two people we nominate from our 2018 Synod Assembly will be the only two on the ballot for the 2019 Churchwide Assembly. \nAffinity Groups\nWe have four meeting spaces available during Assembly. We will be hosting the following Affinity Groups and encourage everyone to attend one: \nLeadership Formation (with Bishop Erik Gronberg) \nELCA Churchwide (with Kathryn Lohre\, ELCA Churchwide Representative) \nYouth (facilitator being confirmed) \nLatin@/Ethnic-specific Ministry (with DEM Irma Bañales) \nTHANK YOU!!!\nELCA Mission Investment Fund for underwriting part of the costs of this Assembly \nHeart of Texas Conference for hosting\, and especially The Rev. Heath Abel and The Rev. Chris Farrow for leading the Assembly planning team\, Karen Atkins for providing the logo\, and The Rev. Terry Atkins for providing the banners and magnets \nThe Rev. Mandy Brobst-Renaud for leading our Bible Study sessions \nHB PhotoGraphic Imagery for taking professional photos of our leaders and capturing most of the happenings throughout Assembly \nAaron Colwick for managing all the PowerPoint slides for the entire Assembly \nThe following people who assisted with our Worship services: The Rev. Kris Totzke (Bishop’s Associate)\, Betty Penny (St. Peter\, Malone)\, The Rev. Erik Gronberg\, PhD (Bishop)\, Dr. Christopher Richmann\, SAWL (St. John\, Coryell City)\, Charlie Begesse (Salem\, Rosebud)\, Austin Nickel\, SAWL (First\, Waco)\, The Rev. Irma Bañales (Director of Evangelical Mission)\, NT-NL Conference Deans\, The Rev. Chris Farrow (Zion\, McGregor)\, The Rev. Heath Abel (Covenant\, Temple)\, Ann Pearson (First\, Waco)\, The Rev. Dave Anfenson (Clifton Sunset Homes)\, and the “HOT Band” [Melissa Lowdermilk (First\, Waco)\, The Rev. Mandy Brobst-Renaud (St. Peter\, Malone)\, SAWL Austin Nickel (First\, Waco)\, Dr. Christopher Richmann (St. John\, Coryell City)\, The Rev. Joe Woodward (St. John\, Bartlett)]
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/2018-synod-assembly/
LOCATION:Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center\, 3303 N 3rd St\, Temple\, TX\, 76501\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NT-NL Synod%2C ELCA":MAILTO:office@ntnl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180506
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180417T203823Z
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SUMMARY:The Briarwood Gala is going... Fiesta
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nBriarwood Retreat Center is changing the theme of their annual gala to a fiesta! \nSaturday\, May 5 \n5:30pm Registration and Silent Auction Begin\, Dinner and Entertainment to follow. \nTexas Star Conference Centre\, Euless\, TX \nYou are invited to join us for a wonderful evening of fun and entertainment as we raise funds and celebrate our shared ministry at Briarwood! \nGet your tickets and/or sponsor the event at bidpal.net/briarwoodfiesta.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/the-briarwood-gala-is-going-fiesta/
LOCATION:Texas Star Golf Course Conference Centre\, 1400 Texas Star Pkwy\, Euless\, TX\, 76040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Briarwood Leadership Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="Briarwood Leadership Center":MAILTO:bw@briarwoodretreat.org
GEO:32.818446;-97.1144663
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180514T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T180550
CREATED:20180417T151604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T165955Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Michael W. Waters to discuss "Stakes Is High: Race\, Faith\, and Hope for America"
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Michael W. Waters\, author and founding pastor of Joy Tabernacle A.M.E. Church in Dallas\, will discuss Stakes Is High: Race\, Faith\, and Hope for America. Dr. Waters is a sought-after speaker\, community leader\, and social commentator. He has received numerous awards and was listed among the Dallas Business Journal’s 2015 “40 Under 40.” \nFrom the press release: \n“At times\, the mantle of ministry mandates that you both see and hear difficult things. Prophetic ministry then requires that you speak out concerning what you have witnessed. Always\, the mantle of ministry requires courage.” \nThose words are from the book Stakes Is High: Race\, Faith and Hope for America\, and they are powerful words indeed. The book’s author\, the Rev. Dr. Michael W. Waters\, will bring his message of hope and empowerment in the realm of social justice to King of Glory Lutheran Church’s GUSTO! program at 10 a.m. on Monday\, May 14. \nWaters is an award-winning author\, community leader and social commentator. He is founding pastor of Joy Tabernacle A.M.E. Church and an adjunct professor at Southern Methodist University’s Perkins School of Theology. He is well known in Dallas and across the country for speaking out on current issues such as diversity\, ethical leadership\, race\, religion and even hip hop culture. His words of hope and empowerment have inspired national and international audiences. \nWaters was a Dallas Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree and received SMU’s Distinguished Alumni Emerging Leader award\, the university’s highest honor\, both in 2015. He holds bachelor’s\, master’s and doctoral degrees from SMU. In 2016 he received the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations’ Community Leader of the Year award. He has been featured in EBONY magazine among America’s emerging leaders and has appeared on national TV and in the press. Recent commentaries have been published in The Dallas Morning News. Waters’ book Stakes Is High contains narratives of racial violence and offers ways people can live out their faith for the cause of social justice. Sojourners magazine\, shortly after the book’s release in 2017\, wrote that “Michael W. Waters…is both blunt and lyrical as he meditates on police violence\, racism\, hip-hop\, and the power of faith.” The book will be available for purchase and author signing following the meeting. \nStakes Is High earned the Wilbur Award at the April 2018 conference of the Religion Communicators Council. Wilbur Awards are given to promote and encourage excellence in the communication of religious faith and positive values through a variety of secular media. Waters first book\, Freestyle: Reflections on Faith\, Family\, Justice\, and Pop Culture\, was published in 2014. In it Waters confronts issues within the urban community such as addiction\, education\, incarceration\, family issues and absentee fathers. His latest book\, For Beautiful Black Boys Who Believe in a Better World\, is soon to be released. \nFor more information: \nExcerpt from Stakes Is High: Race\, Faith\, and Hope for America | In this collection of columns written originally for The Huffington Post\, the Rev. Michael W. Waters offers stories from the front lines and offers ways that he and others can live out their faith for the cause of social justice. \nStakes Is High: An Interview on Race\, Faith\, and Hope with Michael Waters | The Rev. Michael Waters talks about his new book\, Stakes Is High: Race\, Faith\, and Hope for America and what we can do to build a more just world for African Americans and all people. \nGood God Episode #3: Reverend Michael Waters | George Mason and Michael W. Waters of Joy Tabernacle AME Church discuss economic justice\, poverty\, race relations in Dallas and America\, and how we can address it with our faith.
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LOCATION:King of Glory Lutheran Church – Dallas\, 6411 LBJ Freeway ·\, Dallas\, TX\, 75240\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rev. Nadia Bolz-Weber: "Stop saying the church is dying!"
DESCRIPTION:“The church is dying!” It’s a phrase we hear within and outside of the church all too often. Average worship attendance keeps going down. The average age of regular church attendeees keeps going up. Professions of faith are far and few between. And yet\, in the midst of what seems like terrible news\, God keeps showing up. New faith communities and creative ways of being church keep forming. People who feel lost\, unwanted\, or leftout keep being found. \nStop saying the church is dying! \nJoin Nadia Bolz-Weber for this one-night only event\, as she brings to light some of the beautiful and creative ways in which the church is not only alive\, but thriving. \nHosted by our friends at Arborlawn UMC\, 5001 Briarhaven Rd\, Fort Worth\, TX 76109. \nDoors open at 6pm. Event: 7-8pm. \nNADIA BOLZ-WEBER is the author of two New York Times bestselling memoirs: Pastrix; The Cranky\, Beautiful Faith of a Sinner & Saint (2013) and Accidental Saints; Finding God in All the Wrong People (2015). She is an ordained Lutheran pastor (ELCA) and still works as the founding pastor of House for All Sinners and Saints in Denver\, Colorado. Nadia travels domestically and internationally as a speaker and has been featured on NPR’s Morning Edition\, On Being with Krista Tippett\, Fresh Air\, CNN and in the Washington Post\, Bitch magazine\, The Daily Beast\, More magazine and The Atlantic. International media coverage includes BBC World Service and The Guardian and magazine features in Germany\, Poland\, and Switzerland. Nadia lives in Denver with her family and her Great Dane\, Zacchaeus. \nFull event details here: https://arborlawnumc.org/events/nadia \nPurchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nadia-bolz-weber-tickets-42770712352
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/rev-nadia-bolz-weber-stop-saying-the-church-is-dying/
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