Responding to the Events at the Capitol

In response to the violence at the Capitol last week, the Conference staff hosted a Time of Prayer and Lamentation online Thursday evening.

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On Wednesday, Executive Conference Minister The Rev. Darrell Goodwin went on Facebook Live to respond with prayer and song.

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Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 Can Benefit Churches

Rev. David Cleaver-Bartholomew writes: "The Consolidated Appropriations Act included another $900 billion in stimulus efforts tied to the COVID-19 pandemic. A number of the CAA’s provisions are important to churches and church-related or private religious schools who may need some financial relief.

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Voices of the Pandemic

This Spotlight article looks at how the United Congregational Church of Tolland created a video series called "On the Front Lines" to show support for front line workers.

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Creativity and Spiritual Formation in a Time of Pandemic

The Rev. Bruce Epperly, author of two books on ministry during the pandemic, writes: "I discovered that as tragic and painful as this time is – as difficult as it is to communities that want to meet together for worship, fellowship, and study – this time of pandemic can be holy time."

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Upcoming Events

Silver Lake Summer Camp Registration Opens
Jan. 15
Online
Silver Lake Conference Center will be welcoming campers back for two-week overnight sessions in 2021.

Engaging Worship Series
Jan. 14, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Online
Led by the Rev. Brent Damrow: Holy Days: How might a local need, long-held passion or current topic lead to a special service?

A Celebration of Marilyn and Don
Jan. 17, 2 PM
Online
An online service of release for Bridge Conference Ministers Marilyn Kendrix and Don Remick.

Tech Deacons Roundtable
Jan. 19, 7:00 PM
Online
Hosted by Digital Minister Eric Elley, this is an arena for churches to support one another by sharing ideas, bringing questions, and identifying new trends and opportunities in digital ministry.

Practical Resources for Churches Webinars:

When the Center Does Not Hold: Conflict in the Age of Polarization
Jan. 14, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Sunday School Office Hours
Jan. 14, 3:00 PM

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Jan. 19, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

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