Energy Subsidies v.
Food For All
Congress is in the midst of wrestling with our fiscal 
problems. Currently, they are trying to set the budget for 2012, ensuring that it sets us on the path to fiscal health while adequately funding programs that we, as a country and as states, cannot function without.
As a person of faith, I believe...
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 Green Church Online Course Sept. 17-28, 2012
The floods, fires, and heat waves we are experiencing right now are all connected to climate change! That means there's no better time to learn what the Bible says about taking care of Creation! This online course, offered through the Bishop Richard and Julia Wilke Institute for Discipleship, has been approved by the General Board of Discipleship as an advanced course in Lay Servant Ministries. Based on the book by the same name, and taught by its author Rebekah Simon-Peter, this two-week class guides you in exploring humankind's organic connection to the Creator and Creation. At the same time, you'll learn ways people of faith can address the challenges currently facing Creation. Click here for more information and to register. |
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Christmas
through Jewish Eyes:
An Advent Study
Fires are raging all over the west. And it's hotter than the dickens.
It's a perfect time to talk about Christmas!
Did you know there would be no Christmas without Chanukah?
Yup, it's true! Jesus owed his life to that minor Jewish holiday. And in a sense, we owe our faith to it.
Learn why and other Jewish connections to Christmas in Christmas through Jewish Eyes, a
wonderful weekend Advent study.
We still have weekends available in November and December to come to your community!
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July 2012
Greetings!
 It's July! Wildfires, floods, and pastoral changes are upon us. There's something for everyone in this issue. Read on to learn about how to work with the (DiSC) culture of your congregation. And to learn more about our new Leadership Group Coaching Program that helps you grow the Kingdom of God right where you are! And for those who can't stand the summer heat, watch the video on our Advent program: Christmas through Jewish Eyes. If you do like the heat, read my latest op-ed on Energy Subsidies v. Food For All. As always, be of good courage! Much is at stake as we tend the Creation and nurture the Kingdom of God. Our love and prayers are with you! Rebekah Simon-Peter Director of BridgeWorks |
 What's the Culture of Your Congregation? If you're United Methodist clergy, you may be starting a new pastorate this month. If you're a UM lay person, you could be on the receiving end of a new pastor. Either way, it's a good time to consider: What's the culture of your congregation? I mean apart from ethnicity, political affiliations, generations and socioeconomics? Check out the video below to learn 3 principles of congregational culture + 3 tips for better understanding yours! 
We are called to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world! To do that, many churches need to expand the way they do things. The DiSC and Discipleship Group Coaching Program is designed to help you do just that. Contact us to learn more about this exciting group coaching program, running September-May via video conference. See how you can get involved! |
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Introducing The Leadership Group Coaching Program!
 It takes more than desire to be an effective spiritual leader of a vibrant congregation or a faith-based organization.
More than prayer.
More than calling even.
It takes knowing the 3 keys of effective spiritual leadership: vision, alignment and execution! And how to use them.
Learn to lead like Jesus did, to grow the Kingdom of God, in this new 9-month group coaching program! Begins Sept.
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