October 28-30, 2013 

Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 

The Bishop's Convocation is the annual continuing theological education gathering of the New England Synod, ELCA. It is an opportunity for rostered leaders to gather in fellowship and as a learning community. The event is coordinated by the CTET (Continuing Theological Education Team) and the Synod Worship Team.

The theme of this year's Bishop's Convocation is "Missional Transformation." Just what is missional transformation and what does it mean for those of us doing ministry on the ground of the New England Synod? Keynote presenter Alan Roxburgh, one of the leading voices and authors on the missional church movement, argues that the "missional church conversation challenges some of the most basic assumptions we have about the nature and purpose of the church." His most recent book is Missional: Joining God in the Neighborhood.

Come and enter the conversation as we look at those assumptions and what transformation means for us.

The 2013 Bishop's Convocation will be held at Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center in West Hartford, Conn. The center is known throughout the northeast for its tranquil setting and gracious hospitality. Holy Family has long been a favored destination for retreats and special events. Comfortable and immaculate quarters, creative meals, newly renovated spaces, walking trails, open lawns, a wheelchair accessible labyrinth, and landscaped gardens all contribute to a relaxing stay.

Click here to register for the Convocation.