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SUMMARY:2025 Gathering of the Ministerium
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering of the Ministerium is an annual event for the rostered ministers\, interns\, vicars\, SAMS (actively serving)\, and spouses who are living or serving in the Virginia Synod. Save the dates for September 29- October 1\, 2025. \nGather to meet\, reconnect\, worship\, relax\, learn\, sing\, pray and play together while overlooking the ocean. The Gathering of the Ministerium includes valuable continuing education. Everyone who attends\, whether in person or online\, will receive 10 CEUs. \n  \nClick here for more information or to register.
URL:https://vasynod.org/event/2025-gathering-of-the-ministerium/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn and Suites North Beach\, 3900 Atlantic Ave\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministerium
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SUMMARY:A Hot Mess: Tackling a Congregation’s Messy and Missing Records
DESCRIPTION:If you are a parish administrator\, church secretary\, pastor\, or church archivist who is overwhelmed by the state of your parish register\, church files\, or archives; we are here to help. In partnership with Pastor Mary Anderson of Columbia\, SC and other Synods\, we are offering a 4-week Zoom workshop from 10-11 am EST on Mondays: January 23\, January 30\, February 6\, and February 13\, 2023.  \nPastor Mary Anderson will assist participants in developing a plan and a process for cleaning up a congregation’s messy or missing records and will give tips for faithfully maintaining those records moving forward. \nThe cost for the series is $30 per congregation. After registration closes\, you will receive a Zoom link for the series that you can share with anyone from your congregation that you would like to participate in the workshop. \nPlease register by January 17 using this registration link: https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/6450073
URL:https://vasynod.org/event/a-hot-mess-tackling-a-congregations-messy-and-missing-records/
LOCATION:Digital Continuing Education Event
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210512
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SUMMARY:Stepping Up to Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Continuing Education Opportunity: Stepping Up to Supervision with Susan Beaumont\n6 Sessions over 3 Weeks: May 11\, 18\, and 25 \nThe total cost to register for all six sessions is $45. \nRegister once for all 6 sessions at:\nStepping Up to Supervision Registration Site (Administered by NC Synod) \nAre you stepping into unfamiliar territory where you must supervise others\, or have you been supervising others for some time without a clear understanding of what you’re doing? Supervision\, especially in a faith-based environment\, requires learning new skills – probably skills you did not learn during your professional formation. This event provides you with practical skills and tools for supervising the work of others\, and aligning the work of the team with the overall goals of the congregation.   \nThe course will be offered in 6 sessions over 3 weeks. \n\nSupervision in a Congregation-What’s Unique About That? (May 11 – 10:30 AM to Noon)\nSetting Performance Expectations (May 11 – 1:30 to 3 PM)\nCrafting Feedback Conversations (May 18 – 10:30 AM to Noon)\nThe Annual Performance Appraisal (May 18 – 1:30 to 3 PM)\nHiring Right So Managing is Easier (May 25 – 10:30 AM to Noon)\nProgressive Discipline and Termination (May 25 – 1:30 to 3 PM) \n\nThis continuing education opportunity is sponsored jointly by the North Carolina Synod\, the South Carolina Synod\, the Southeastern Synod\, and the Virginia Synod.  \nTo register: Stepping Up to Supervision Registration Site (Administered by NC Synod)
URL:https://vasynod.org/event/stepping-up-to-supervision/
LOCATION:Digital Continuing Education Event
CATEGORIES:Ministerium
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Planning for Advent and Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The impact of COVID-19 means that this year there is an opportunity to explore new ways of lifting up the preparation of Advent and celebrating the joy of Christmas.\n\nOn Wednesday\, Oct. 21 at 2 PM\, the Virginia Synod will be hosting an Advent and Christmas Collaborative Planning Conversation for Rostered Ministers. Come share your ideas and listen for\ninspiration.\n\nJoin the conversation using this Zoom link:\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting: zoom.us/j/541796597?pwd=ZExsbDRIVGJnQ2kvYkxFK1BZdHZiQT09\nMeeting ID: 541 796 597\nPassword: 719750
URL:https://vasynod.org/event/collaborative-planning-for-advent-and-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Ministerium
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SUMMARY:Pre-Retirement Seminar with Portico Benefit Services
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re just getting started on the road to retirement or racing to the finish line\, Portico’s Pre-Retirement Seminar can give you a clearer view of the journey ahead. And this year\, we are expanding the invitation to include members and their spouses ages 40+. Join us for the morning session\, afternoon session\, or both — whatever best fits your retirement planning needs. \nRegistration deadline is Monday\, May 20th\, 2019. \nIn the morning\, we’ll focus on saving and investing for retirement. This session addresses these important questions\, and more: \n\nHow does retirement fit in with my other financial priorities?\nHow much do I need to save for retirement?\nHow should I invest my retirement savings?\n\nAt 12:30 p.m. we’ll break for lunch. We invite all attendees — morning\, afternoon\, or all day — to join us. This is a great time to connect with other participants and hear a brief message from your bishop or synod staff. \nIn the afternoon\, we’ll explore ways you can live well and create sustainable income in retirement. In this session\, we’ll address these important questions\, and more: \n\nHow can I distribute income from my ELCA Retirement Plan account?\nHow much can I expect to receive from Social Security?\nWhat health care options will be available to me after I retire?\n\nFor more information and to register for the event\, click here
URL:https://vasynod.org/event/pre-retirement-seminar-with-portico-benefit-services/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn and Suites North Beach\, 3900 Atlantic Ave\, Virginia Beach\, VA\, 23451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministerium
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