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General Classes, Workshops, and Seminars
7. Bringing the Bible Story Alive for Different Ages
Twenty-fourth Annual Teacher Training Workshop The annual Christian Education training event offers information and instruction for teachers of all grade levels, from child to adult. Workshops on curriculum, administration, and leader development are offered. This greatly loved fall workshop is co-sponsored by Pittsburgh Presbytery and the Seminary, along with other organizations including Redstone and Beaver-Butler Presbyteries and Mt. Ararat Baptist Church. / Joyce MacKichan Walker, Director of Christian Education at Nassau Presbyterian Church in Princeton, NJ / Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007/ 9:00 am–3:00 pm / $20 ($24 after Sept. 10)
8. Training for Interim Ministers (Basic Unit, Part I)
Supported by the Synod of the Trinity, this course introduces experienced pastors to the unique needs and dynamics of congregations during pastoral transition. Attention will be given to (1) the tasks of a congregation in transition and (2) the skills and opportunities needed for those seeking to enter this specialized form of ministry. / Carolyn Jones, Retired Interim Associate Executive, Synod of the Trinity; Robert Anderson, Interim Executive Presbyter, Whitewater Valley Presbytery, Indianapolis, Indiana; Timothy Jones, Retired Pastor and Interim Pastor / Monday, Oct. 1, 9:30 am–Friday, Oct. 5, 2007, Noon / $325 ($275 for Synod of the Trinity participants) / 3 CEUs
9. Tune Up Your Preaching: A Practicum in the Art of Preaching
This program is designed as a coaching experience for a small group. Help one another strengthen preaching. The first session will be a presentation by the instructor, then three people will preach each week with discussion following. Each participant will preach three sermons over the five weeks / Teresa Stricklen, Assistant Professor of Homiletics, PTS / Five Monday mornings, October 8, 15, 22, 29, and Nov. 5, 2007 / 10:00 am - 12:15 pm / $165 /1.0 CEU
10. The Gospel of Mark: The Faith Journey of Discipleship
The Gospel of Mark is arguably a Gospel more about Jesus’ discipleship training of the Twelve and the Twelve’s own faith journey than it is about the person of Jesus per se. We will look at the five major “scenes” of the Gospel, the character development of the disciples, the struggle with fear and why Mark ends with “for they were afraid,” and how the Gospel’s themes intersect with the call to discipleship in our own lives. Important: See listing 4 on the previous page / Robert A. J. Gagnon, Associate Professor of New Testament, PTS / Wednesday evenings, October 10, 17, 24, 31, 2007 / 7:00 - 8:30 pm / $60 / .8 CEU
11. Always Reforming - Emergence in the Presbyterian Church
Theologian John Franke joins practitioners such as Vera White and BJ Woodworth to discuss the connections between the Emerging Church and Presbyterianism. Together, we'll explore the theology and practice of emergent congregations in the PC(U.S.A.) through the lenses of Christology, Missiology, and Ecclesiology. Other presenters include Andrew Purves, Scott Sunquist, Nanette Sawyer, and more. / October 12 - 13, 2007 / Registration and schedule information available through http://www.emergentpittsburgh.org/Presbymergent/
12. Discerning Jesus Among Us: Good News for Spiritual Leadership
Vineyard Guild Annual Retreat This co-sponsored retreat is designed by the Vineyard Guild, an ecumenical community of spiritual lay and clergy leaders committed to creating deeply faith-filled congregations and communities. Fr. Michael Crosby, OFM Cap., will examine questions Jesus' gospel raises about our spiritual lives in a profit-centered culture. Group spiritual direction will be provided as well. Examine your own spirituality and ministry with a small fellowship of peers, led by an experienced group spiritual director / Thursday, Oct. 25, 7:00 pm–Saturday, Oct. 27, 1:30 pm, 2007 / For registration information and costs, contact the Vineyard Guild at 412-486-8400, ext. 35, or visit www.vineyardguild.org
A Church Educators’ Certification Elective This course meets one of the requirements for certification as an Educator in the PC(U.S.A.). Persons from other denominations are also welcome to attend. Church educators will be introduced to stages of human development as they relate to faith development. Particular attention will be paid to multi-cultural perspectives and life-span development within the context of faith. / Rebecca Cole-Turner, counselor educator, spiritual director, retreat facilitator, and writer / Monday, Oct. 29, 9:00 am – Friday, Nov. 2, 3:00 pm, 2007 / $200 ($225 after 9/15) / 3 CEUs
14. Journey Inward; Journey Outward
A Workshop Series for Church Educators: Christian Educators …Let's Take a Walk on the Artistic Soul Side! Learn to recognize and trust your artistic soul side as a way of thinking and living that will create space for your inner needs and your outward work. This ongoing series of workshops provides opportunities for all who direct education in local congregations to grow both spiritually and professionally, in order to serve more effectively in their home church settings. / Nancy T. Foltz, management consultant to religious organizations and large corporations, writer, lecturer, and adjunct professor at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary / Thursday, Nov. 1, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, 2007 / $20
15. Growing into Tomorrow …Today: A Pre-Retirement Seminar
“Will I be able to afford to retire?” This is but one question that will be explored in this seminar co-sponsored by the Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Participants will weigh questions such as what their vocation will be in retirement; how they will take leave of their congregation; and how they will use their time. They will consider what they should begin to do now, so that they will be prepared for this transition. Open to members of the BOP Benefits Plan who are within 15 years of retirement. Spouses are encouraged to attend. / BOP Education Specialist with a clergy couple / Wednesday, Nov. 7, 9:00 am–Thursday, Nov. 8, 6:30 pm 2007* / Seminar is a service of the BOP at no charge to members / Refreshments and lodging extra
* original dates changed because of election day.
Members of the Board of Pensions can register by going to: http://www.pensions.org/programs/education/schedule_retirement.htm
This series will address the problem of violence in the Bible in its many manifestations - God acting destructively; God sanctioning violence and warfare; venerated figures performing acts of violence. This course will explore the ways violence appears in Scripture and, most importantly, it will present ways texts that seem to promote violence may be read as part of the Gospel. / Jerome Creach, Robert C. Holland Associate Professor of Old Testament, PTS / Wednesday evenings, Jan. 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2008 / 7:00 - 8:30 pm / $60 / .8 CEU
17. Training for Interim Ministers (Basic Unit, Part II)
This is a continuation of the basic sequence in training for interim ministry. The Basic Unit, Part I, and an interim position are prerequisites for this course. / Carolyn Jones, Retired Interim Associate Executive, Synod of the Trinity; Robert Anderson, Interim Executive Presbyter, Whitewater Valley Presbytery, Indianapolis, Indiana; Timothy Jones, Retired Pastor and Interim Pastor / Monday, March 31, 9:30 am–Friday, April 4, 12:00 pm, 2008 / $325 ($275) for Synod of the Trinity participants) / 3 CEUs
Having devoted a good part of his life to reading John Calvin, and a good many years to reading other peoples' interpretations of him, Dr. Partee thinks he has found a present that Calvin might enjoy as we prepare to celebrate the 500th anniversary of his birth in 2009. Charles Partee, Professor of Church History, PTS / Monday mornings, April 7, 14, 21, 28, 2008, 10:00 am - 12:15 PM / $60 / .8 CEU
A Church Educators’ Certification Elective This course meets one of the requirements for certification as an Educator in the PC(U.S.A.). Persons from other denominations are also welcome to attend. Participants will gain a basic understanding of the biblical, theological, and liturgical roots of worship and sacraments. They will also examine the significant role they play as they interpret worship and sacraments in their congregation's educational ministries. / William G. (Bill) Carter, Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Clark's Summit, NJ, and jazz pianist / Monday, April 7, 9:00 am – Friday, April 11, 2008, 3:00 pm / $200 ($225 after 3/14) / 3 CEUs
20. Journey Inward; Journey Outward
A Workshop Series for Church Educators: Praying with the Psalms – With and Without the Words Revitalize your spirit with moving music tied to reflection on how music can enhance our experience of worship and the sacraments. This ongoing series of workshops provides opportunities for all who direct education in local congregations to grow both spiritually and professionally, in order to serve more effectively in their home church settings. / William G. (Bill) Carter, Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Clark's Summit, NJ, and jazz pianist / Tuesday, April 8, 2008, 9:00 am–3:00 pm / $20
21. Signs of a Healthier Church in Polarizing Times
Summer Leadership Conference - now in its 68th year, this annual conference provides spiritual enrichment and growth for clergy and church members. Keynote presentations and in-depth workshops enrich participants’ own lives and their service in their home congregations. / Ronald W. Richardson, Keynote Presenter, former Clinical Director of the North Shore Counseling Centre, a pastoral counselor, and author / Sunday evening, June 8–Wednesday, June 11, 5:00 pm, 2008 / detailed schedule available in Jan., 2008 / 1.8 CEU's
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