Holy Week Message: You Are Loved

In a Holy Week message released on Monday, Executive Conference Minister the Rev. Darrell Goodwin reminded pastoral leaders that God is already well pleased with them.

"Before you figured out how to get palms to people, before you figured out how to have the most amazing Maundy Thursday, or virtual Good Friday or a resurrection Sunday morning for the ages, I want you to know that God already sees you. God already loves you. God has already claimed you. God has already said 'this is my child that I love, and I am well pleased,'" he said.

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Instagram Glam

Rev. Goodwin also announced the following this week: "It's time to spotlight more of the amazing work happening throughout the Southern New England Conference. Starting next week, I will be doing 10 minute Instagram Live interviews with our local church pastors who will share a few things their congregation is doing to set the New England Terrain ablaze with our mission of Living the Love and Justice of Jesus."

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Whatever the Outcome of The Chauvin Trial, the Need for Racial Justice Work Will Continue

The Rev. James D. Ross II, Minister for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, writes: As the murder trial continues for Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the death of George Floyd, we pray that God’s justice will prevail.

Whatever the outcome of this trial, it obviously will not mark the end of racism. We must continue our work together to bring forth a United States of America in which each of us can expect fair and equitable treatment in every area of life, especially the criminal justice system and others that are supported by our tax dollars.

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Good Friday Service to be broadcast on Facebook and YouTube

Crucifixion and Black Death: A Seven Last Words Service of Lament, which was developed by Conference staff and which places Jesus' final words alongside those of black Americans killed by police or extrajudicial actors, will be shown on Facebook and Youtube Friday at 3 PM. It has also been offered to churches for their use.

Charlie Kuchenbrod to Transition to Consultant Role

Charlie Kuchenbrod, who has served the Southern New England Conference and prior to that the historic Connecticut Conference for nearly 19 years, has announced plans to leave the staff in favor of a consultancy role.

As Legacy Church Consultant, Kuchenbrod will provide consultation for and work with legacy churches, which are those churches that have determined that they are moving to end their ministries.

Kuchenbrod will also continue to provide ongoing management and administrative support for the Consolidated Trust Funds. During his tenure, assets invested in that fund have grown from less than $50 million to more than $140 million.

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FEMA to Help Pay Funeral Costs for COVID-19-Related Deaths

FEMA has announced that beginning in early April they will provide financial assistance for eligible funeral expenses incurred due to COVID-19.

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Upcoming Events

Service of Covenant for Rev. Dr. Audrey Price
April 17, 1:00 PM
Online
Bishop Dwayne Royster will preach at this Service of Covenant for Rev. Dr. Audrey Price as the Executive Minister for Strategic Operations.

Faith Formation 101 - Practices for a Sustainable Ministry
April 24, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Online
Explore the nuts and bolts of organizing and implementing faith formation programs in the local church

Silver Lake Sampler - Silver Lake Spring Program Day
April 24, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Silver Lake Conference Center, Sharon, CT
A full day of activities for children considering camp.

Boundary Awareness Training 2.0
April 27, 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Online
A refresher course for those who have completed at least one boundary training offering in the past.

2021 Annual Meeting of the Conference
May 8, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Online
Sign up now to participate in the virtual choir, or to give a Speakout.

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FREE Webinar: Breathe: A Child’s Guide to Ascension, Pentecost, and the Growing Time
April 22, 2021 at 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
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