Upcoming Events!

March 28, 2015 

Dear Sisters and Brothers,

Spring is a great time to renew your spirit and enliven mind and heart by coming out to attend an upcoming event at Mercer School.

A visit to the Upcoming Events/Register tab on the Mercer School homepage will reveal that there is a lot going on between now and June of this year at your school.  Here I want to highlight just a couple of upcoming events.   Consider yourself warmly invited to come and participate!

On April 18th we will be delighted to welcome Sharon Ely Pearson, Christian Formation Specialist for Church Publishing.  With over thirty years experience in Christian formation at the parish, provincial, and church-wide level, she is recognized for her knowledge of curriculum for children, youth and adults as well as her passion for holistic life learning.  On April 18th her theme will be Sowing Seeds: Planting & Tending Your Christian Formation Ministries. Presentations on April 18th will include:

• Forming Faithful Disciples

• A Process for Choosing Curriculum

• Planning Confirmation for the 21st Century

You can learn more about the day and register easily online by clicking on the day's title right here: Sowing Seeds

In addition, we are very happy to welcome author and consultant Joy Skegstad for a 2-day conference open to all on May 1 and 2.  The theme is: New Community Ministry, New Funding Partners.  These two days will assist clergy and lay leaders in undertaking effective ministry in the local community and in finding funding to make it possible.  Join us for one or both days at Mercer School of Theology.  For full information on our presenter and what this conference will bring to you and your church, as well as to easily register, visit this web address http://tinyurl.com/MinistryAndFunding or simply click on the event's title here: NewCommunityMinistryNewFundingPartners

"With the right approach, it is possible for a small group of people to make a big impact. It will take focus and clarity about what you are trying to accomplish, but the small church can make a big impact in the world through partnerships, creative use of resources, and a focus on relational ministry. Small congregations have unique strengths that can result in strong and effective community ministry."

~ Joy Skjegstad 

Share the news and join us!

Peace,

John+

The Very Rev. Canon John McGinty

Canon for Formation