Did you know North Park University’s Center for Youth Ministry Studies offers free webinars? It’s true, they do! CYMS offers webinars at various points throughout the year, covering many different topics relevant to your ministry. The best part is, you …
Free Webinars from North Park University
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Written on August 8th, 2012
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Tags: Christian community development, Free, leadership, resources, spiritual formation, webinar, youth ministry
Filed under: Webinar
Tags: Christian community development, Free, leadership, resources, spiritual formation, webinar, youth ministry
Faith-Rooted Organizing Training
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Written on August 6th, 2012
Filed under: Events
Tags: community organizing, Training
Filed under: Events
Tags: community organizing, Training
Interested in community organizing? If you’re in the Chicago area, consider attending this two-day training.
The Faith Rooted Organizing Training will be held September 7 – 8, featuring Rev. Alexia Salvatierra as trainer.
Time & Date:
Friday, September 7 — …
Biblical Gender Equality
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Written on August 1st, 2012
Filed under: Resources
Tags: biblical gender equality, Evangelical Covenant Church, women in ministry
Filed under: Resources
Tags: biblical gender equality, Evangelical Covenant Church, women in ministry
“The truth is that male religious leaders have had and still have an option to interpret holy teachings, either to exalt or subjugate women. They have, for their own selfish ends, overwhelmingly chosen the latter. Their continuing choice provides the …
Before Fall Ministry Begins…
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Written on July 30th, 2012
Filed under: Resources, Web Resource
Tags: fall, planning, youth group
Filed under: Resources, Web Resource
Tags: fall, planning, youth group
August is just around the corner, which means the school year will be here before we know it. Are you ready for all that fall will bring?
“It happens predominantly to schoolteachers and youth ministry leaders. I don’t even know …
Now What?
One of the things I remember most about being a Christian in high school is the feeling of coming back from a week of camp. I started going to a Covenant camp in 6th grade, and loved it so much …
Students Reflect on CHIC
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Written on July 23rd, 2012
Filed under: CHIC, Reflection
Tags: CHIC 2012, Reflection, students, youth group
Filed under: CHIC, Reflection
Tags: CHIC 2012, Reflection, students, youth group
After an incredible week at CHIC, I know that so many students are back at home with a new or renewed faith, and feeling empowered by the Holy Spirit. I hope each of you who attended have been blessed by …
You are Tov
Most of you who read this blog are probably at CHIC this week. I don’t know about you, but this morning I feel totally exhausted and drained of energy. I’m sure many of you are feeling the same. But …
God, I Will…
CHIC 2012 is in full swing, today being the first full day of events and activities. Last night was an amazing time at Main Stage (where we go each night for incredible worship, inspirational speakers, and a lot …
Youth Fest 2012
If you live in the Chicago area you will be familiar with the epidemic of violence that youth experience in the city. The violence particularly increases in summer months. Oakdale Covenant Church has taken notice and has felt the …
Go Wild!
Justice. Spirituality. Music. Art.
Sounds pretty good, right?
You may recall this post from October about the Wild Goose Festival. Last year was the first annual festival, located in Shakori Hills, North Carolina. This summer, the festival took place again …
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