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Marty Haugen and Mary Preus—for Worship Leaders and Musicians |
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One God—Three Faiths: Scriptures and Salvation in Judaism, Christianity and Islam |
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Listening for God: Vocation and Discernment in a Noisy World |
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Making a Difference: Sharing Your Time, Talents and Treasures |
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The Changing Face of Congregations—Transitions Are Part of Us |
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Listening for God: Vocation and Discernment in a Noisy World |
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his workshop examines the concept of sacred
space, especially as it relates to Lutheranism, architecture, and place
(such as the city of Jerusalem and Ground Zero in NYC). We will explore
our motivation and attitudes in entering sacred space as well as our
hopes for sharing sacred space with people of various faiths and
cultures.
Leader: Pr. Laura Csellak
This workshop will analyze the current dynamics of Israeli-Palestinian
relations in light of the history of the region and the two peoplehood
movements that are represented. It looks at our call to peacemaking, our
accompaniment of the Palestinian Lutheran community, and our commitment
to live out our faith in Jesus Christ with love and respect for the
Jewish people. It focuses on the work of the gospel at the intersection
of cultures and in the presence at Muhlenberg College of the ELCA’s only
center devoted explicitly to Jewish-Christian understanding.
Leader: The Rev. Dr. Peter Pettit
(F1-3)
Tanzania TravelogueSee pictures and hear stories about the Youth Vision Trip to our Companion Synod, the South Central Diocese of Tanzania. We will include pictures of the Safari at Mikumi Game Park and Companion Congregations. Learn how you can participate in future Vision Trips with the Synod.
Leaders: Pastors Russell Haab and Roxi Kringle
The mission of the church has always been to put the word of God into the
hearts and souls of God’s people. What does tinsel, stuffed animals, and
a chorus line have to do with this? Come and see!
Leader: tyna Kaltenbaugh
(F1-5;
F2-6) Haiti—A Year LaterMoving beyond Muhlenberg and the malls, Northeastern Pennsylvania congregations are helping in Haiti. Come hear how things are going one year post-earthquake.
Leader: Pr. Cheryl Meinschein, Fran Ferrari
In April 2011 Luther Seminary hosted the second Book of Faith Jubilee.
Come, see, and hear what happened at this event. Discuss the future of
the Book of Faith Initiative.
Leader: Marlane Druckenmiller
Jerusalem
Lutheran Church in Schuylkill Haven has been running a community meal -
for those who are hungry and lack resources for food for the past two
years. It is free to the public and supported by the congregation and
area businesses. They serve a crowd of about 175 people from the area
twice a month. More than a free meal, it has become a ministry to those
who struggle with basic needs like food and shelter. Because of the
success of the meal, the congregation of Jerusalem now understands more
clearly its mission in Schuylkill Haven. Other churches in the area are
requesting help to begin a similar program to follow the synod’s lead to
connect and serve the community. Learn what works and what doesn’t work
and what is required to organize, publicize and serve hundreds on a
bi-weekly schedule.
Leader: Debby Bell
This workshop will cover: What is liturgical dance? When can liturgical
dance be used in worship? How can we start a liturgical dance group at
our church? We will spend about half the workshop time learning a simple
dance that will be easy to learn. The workshop is geared to all ages,
particularly worship leaders and non-dancers.
Leader: Kathi Raphael
TBA
Leaders: Marty Haugen and Mary Preus
This workshop presents the story of Lutheran Congregational Services’
distribution-warehousing ministry and how, through the creation of
partnerships and collaboration, great things can be accomplished to the
glory of God and the benefit of those who have great need.
Leader: Pr. Dennis Ritter
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was suggested that I offer a session on dealing with the three faiths.
The key issues are in the title: Do the three faiths worship and serve
the same God? What do the three say about their scriptures; how these
Scriptures shape or do not shape their faith commitments in the world;
and what do the three say about salvation? The latter point deals with
the present day ethics, mission relationships and society.
Leader: Dr. Walter Wagner
Expanding our notions of how we do ministry is the primary focus of this
workshop. Pr. Reist will incorporate elements he uses in his ministry,
such as magic, puppets, and other arts, to show how we can use our gifts
for ministry in new ways. The workshop will also explore ways in which
Muhlenberg changed how ministry was done in his day and address the need
to change how ministry is done in the 21st century.
Leader: Pr. Michael Reist
Individual and congregational preparation for a disaster as well as
effective teamwork in response to the disaster is part of our mission to
share the good news. This workshop will be a “tabletop” exercise. Each
participant will be assigned a role and resources as a citizen in a
town. Leaders will describe the scenario, and participants will describe
what they would do in response. Leaders will then update the scenario
and participants will respond again. The point of the exercise is to
experience how citizens of a local area might interact and share
resources to address an unfolding disaster.
Leader: Ruth Doty, Dianne Fox, and others
(F1-14; F2-13; S3-4) Faith
and Fair Trade: What’s God Got to Do with It?The workshop will demonstrate the relationship between consumer choices and faith, and the importance of being good stewards of the resources God gives us.
Leader: Kattie Somerfeld
The workshop will present an overview of the Slovenia Youth Exchange
Program. Included is a slide show from the 2010 youth exchange trip to
Slovenia. Find out more about the program and the need for host families
and teens to participate in upcoming exchanges.
Leader: Lynne and David Ambrose
This workshop speaks to the mission of the church, to reach out and
connect with people of all ages and backgrounds. Contemporary and
emerging worship styles often speak to people who are not drawn to
traditional styles of worship. Many look to the worship style to
challenge them as well as feed them spiritually. In addition to
providing useful tips and practical tools for starting an alternative
worship offering, the workshop will also offer fact-based definitions of
each worship style and allow time for attendees to ask questions and
enter into a fruitful dialogue about these styles.
Leader: Worship Team from Emmanuel, Emanuelsville
With so many voices vying for our attention, how do we learn to listen to
the voice of God? In this workshop, we’ll sort through some of the
predominant voices competing for our attention – voices that stake a
claim on who we should be, what we should value, and what makes us
happy. And we’ll spend some time thinking about the voice of God that
lays claim on our lives in the midst of that cacophony and how following
that call might help us find a sense of purpose, meaning, and even joy.
Leader: Pr. Louise Johnson
As
parents we often have the best intentions to model “the spiritual life”
to our children. So we take our kids to church. But then what? What
about “the real life” of work commitments, soccer practices, band
concerts, bills, housekeeping, yard work… What if real life can also be
a deeply spiritual life? In this interactive workshop you’ll discover
just how very present God is in your family’s life no matter where you
are or what you are doing. You’ll learn ways to introduce your children
to the reality of God and find spiritual treasure even when folding
laundry or cutting grass.
Leaders: Mary C. Cahilly, MA
The Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministry Team is the newest team in the
synod. Come share your hopes for this team. What do you expect from the
team at the synod level? What kind of support can the team provide for
your congregation? Listen to some of the plans and hopes the team has in
mind for the coming year, including a world hunger lock-in and a
synod-wide family day. Come share your ideas and learn how you can be
involved in this important ministry.
Leader: Kathy Schaeffer, AiM
Meet
and talk with David D. Swartling, the Secretary of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America. In this workshop, Mr. Swartling will share
his experience with congregation councils and discuss vital information
and procedures that every congregation council person should know.
Leader: David D. Swartling, Esq.
This workshop will explore how Muhlenberg’s experience with the poor
shaped his theology and ministry, impacted the Lutheran churches in
Pennsylvania, and informs our ministry today, particularly in the call
to be a "public church."
Leader: Pr. Amy Reumann
Meet
and talk with David D. Swartling, the Secretary of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America. A member of the ELCA Attorney's Association,
Mr. Swartling has been a litigation attorney in Seattle, Washington,
since 1976. He has received recognition for his long time efforts in
teaching litigation and improving the system of justice in the state of
Washington.
Leader: David D. Swartling, Esq.
The Lutheran church has been involved in Palestine and Israel for more
than a century. It sustains a ministry to the region through the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land. The workshop
will look at the ongoing conflict and the multiple views and opinions on
that conflict. We will consider ways in which we can best educate our
congregations and communities to take positive steps toward peace.
Leader: Pr. Bruce MacLaughlin
What facilities should the camp build for your church to use? What are the
programs not being offered that could better meet your congregation’s
needs? As Bear Creek Camp looks to its future, it invites churches to
help shape an umbrella strategy that will include a renewed sense of
purpose, a new set of guiding principles, and a renewed strategic
direction. Come and join in the conversation. The camp needs and values
your feedback.
Leader: Pr. Lynn Rothrock; Cliff Esbach
(F2-3) The Changing Face of Congregations – Transitions Are Part of UsThis workshop will address what kinds of transitions happen in congregations and what impact they have on our mission and ministry.
Leader: Interim Ministry Committee
Our keynote speaker will reflect on peace-building, a central part of the
Christian life and an expression of the mission to which God calls all
of us. Dr. Pahl will talk about five key principles that lead to
peace-building.
Leader: Dr. Jon Pahl
Lifelong Faith Associates has begun to do some research and
planning asking the question, “What will faith formation look like in
2020?” This workshop considers questions such as “What questions are
they asking?” “What conversations are they having?” and “What
suggestions are they offering?”
Leader: Marlane Druckenmiller
New technologies provide new ways to share the Gospel and to do mission.
Muhlenberg was able to spread the Good News to many communities because
he could travel by boat, ride a horse, or walk. Now we’ve got the
internet highway! The Flip camera is one tool the synod staff is now
using to share stories of where God is on the loose. Some of their
videos are posted on YouTube or on our synod website. This workshop will
show people how to use the Flip camera and how to turn images into a
video presentation.
Leader: Karen Matthias-Long, AiM
2011 marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of the Patriarch of North
American Lutherans, Henry M. Muhlenberg. This workshop offers the
opportunity to meet with Muhlenberg, hear about his life and career, and
ask him questions.
Leader: Pr. Carl Shankweiler
This workshop will explore what it means to be good environmental stewards. We will discuss how Muhlenberg College has incorporated environmental sustainability into its mission, programming, and operations. The workshop will be interactive and will provide an opportunity for participants to develop their own ideas to take back to their churches and organizations.
Leader: Kalyna Procyk
(F2-20; S4-9) Addressing Bullying from a Christian PerspectiveAs people of God invited to spread the gospel through word and action, this workshop will present methods for addressing bullying, whether we are victims of bullying or bystanders who witness discrimination, prejudice, and abusive behaviors. We will help people become more aware of the effects of bullying behavior and methods for standing up to bullying as Christians committed to spreading the gospel through love toward all people.
Leaders: Jason Glombicki, Pr. Paulette Obrecht, Sharon Ann Burns
Chances
are, you already share your time, talents and treasures. So how can you
make your giving even more meaningful? Find out during this educational
workshop. By being a steward of your resources and making intentional
choices about how you share them, you can make your giving even more
meaningful. During the workshop, you’ll identify the values that are
most important to you, explore ways to share your resources to make a
difference, and begin to create a personal giving plan.
Leaders: Charlotte Gross and Curtis Renner
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