The November offering from the Ventures in Christian Discipleship program at McPherson (Kan.) College will be “Understanding Your Grief to Find Hope and Healing” to be presented by Chris Whitacre and Kathy Reid. The course will be held online in two sessions, Tuesdays, Nov. 19 and 26, both at 7-8:30 p.m. (central time).
Training
Opportunities for facilitator training for ‘7 Prompts’ conversations are offered
This month the Standing with People of Color Committee will offer two opportunities for facilitator training for those interested in leading “7 Prompts” conversations in their communities and congregations.
Standing with People of Color Committee offers October trainings
This month, the Standing with People of Color Committee of the Church of the Brethren Annual Conference is offering two opportunities for facilitator training for those interested in leading a “7 Prompts” conversation in their communities and congregations.
Donna Rhodes to retire from leadership of Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
Donna Rhodes, executive director of the Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center (SVMC), has announced her retirement effective April 30, 2025. She has served SVMC since Oct. 1, 2001.
Learning by serving at Bethany
Just a couple of weeks into the fall semester, students in the Bethany BOLD program are already engaged in the Wayne County, Ind., community.
October Ventures course to focus on the Psalms
The October offering from the Ventures in Christian Discipleship program at McPherson (Kan.) College will be “Happiness in Hard Times: A View from the Psalms” to be presented by Stephen Reid, vice provost for Faculty Diversity and Belonging at Baylor University in Texas. The course will be held online in two sessions, Tuesdays, Oct. 8 and 15, both at 6:30-8:30 p.m. (central time).
Upcoming events and opportunities with the Youth and Young Adult Ministry
The Church of the Brethren’s Youth and Young Adult Ministry is publicizing upcoming events and opportunities. More information about the ministry and its programs is at www.brethren.org/yya.
Continuing education events are offered through the Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
The Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center, a partner organization to the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership, has announced upcoming continuing education events that are open to everyone.
Strength for the Journey: Applications are accepted for 2025 cohorts
Throughout 2024, four clergy cohorts have met for mutual encouragement, spiritual support, and conversation around topics of shared interest. Meeting via Zoom, these cohorts worship together, share resources, discuss familiar challenges, and help each other find strength for the journey of ministry.
New book study addresses spiritual formation, sponsored by Part-time Pastor; Full-time Church
Part-Time Pastor; Full-Time Church is announcing its next book study, beginning in early September via Zoom. “Circuit rider” John Fillmore will lead a discussion of Christian Spiritual Formation by Diane J. Chandler.
