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SUMMARY:Accepting a Call in a Time of Transition: New Rectors Reflect
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 19th  3:00 p.m. \nWhen COVID hit\, the Church was already in a period of transition. Clergy retirements were increasing year-over-year. Some churches with years of stable clergy leadership were faced with finding new clergy persons. Then an unprecedented disruption to the system hit and our entire common life was turned upside down. As with other professions\, clergy\, even those not at retirement age\, began evaluating whether or not they are still in a calling that is right for them. \nIn short\, the church has not been immune from the “Great Resignation.” As the pandemic wore on increasing numbers of rectors retired or moved into new jobs not involving running a church. While this is a challenge for parishes seeking new clergy leaders\, it is an opportunity as well. Anecdotal evidence suggests congregations are venturing outside their traditional hiring profiles and calling younger and more diverse clergy leaders. Join a group of these recently called rectors for a discussion of how they are redefining the role and what inspired them to answer the call. The panel will reflect on how\, after existing through these last few curious years\, we can reimagine parish ministry and strengthen our congregations while engaging our communities. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://episcopalmaine.org/event/accepting-a-call-in-a-time-of-transition-new-rectors-reflect/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fellowship
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SUMMARY:Socially Responsible Investing with Our Trustees
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 19 \n3:30 – 4:15 p.m. ET \nThe Trustees of Diocesan Funds are hosting a virtual gathering to share their approach to socially responsible investing (ESG – Environmental\, Social\, Governance) within the context of their overall investment process. \nThis session will also give parishes that invest with the Diocese\, as well as those who invest funds on their own\, greater insight into the function of the trustees. \nThe Trustees have invited AllianceBernstein\, one of the three money managers of the Diocesan Funds\, to present on their ESG investment process and how it relates to their overall approach to the financial markets. AllianceBernstein and the Trustees will respond to questions at the end of the presentation. \nClick here for the Zoom link \nMeeting ID: 845 8505 8252 Passcode: 551387
URL:https://episcopalmaine.org/event/social-responsible-investing-with-our-trustees/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education,Governance
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SUMMARY:Q&A Session for Iona Collaborative's "Thriving Bi-Vocational Congregations"
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 19 \n7:30-8:30 p.m. ET \nOffered by the Iona Collaborative \nThe Iona Collaborative believes small communities can reflect God’s vision for a flourishing world. \nToday’s culture of rapid change presents an ideal learning opportunity for bi-vocational churches to gain greater clarity about their unique callings. The Iona Collaborative encourages discernment by facilitating theological reflection on reimagined spiritual practices that lead to new life\, both in the congregation and beyond the walls. Their five-year initiative\, Thriving Bi-Vocational Congregations: Envisioning New Life in a Changing World\, a three-phase program\, will support congregations willing to identify and respond to their changing circumstances. \nThis program is about spiritual growth\, not ASA. \nIdeal participants for this program: \n\nDesire to grow spiritually as a congregation\nDream about answering God’s call for their church and community\nDare to be vulnerable and creative together\n\nTo learn more about this program\, click here. \nTo register for the Q&A session for prospective participants\, click here. \n  \n 
URL:https://episcopalmaine.org/event/qa-session-for-iona-collaboratives-thriving-bi-vocational-congregations/
CATEGORIES:Education,Governance,Spiritual Growth
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