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SUMMARY:From Decision-Making to Discernment
DESCRIPTION:A Year-Long Program for Church Boards and Ministry Personnel \nWith Susan Beaumont \nMost congregations rely on rational decision making to guide their leadership choices. Liminal seasons invite us to shift out of rational decision-making mode and into a more discerning mindset. Discernment is an attentiveness to God that\, over time\, develops into a shared sense of God’s intention for us and our community now. This year long program will equip you and your board for deepened group discernment practices. \nPARTICIPANTS IN THIS PROGRAM WILL:\n\nEnter a three-way conversation engaging God\, the soul of the leader\, and the soul of the institution.\nChallenge the default position of most congregations to resort immediately to group decision making.\nDeepen their skills as group discernment facilitators.\nLearn how to structure a group discernment process and where to locate discernment activity in the life of a congregation.\nDevelop a toolbox of practices for opening to God and listening to one another.\n\nClick here for full details and to register.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/from-decision-making-to-discernment-9/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LeaderSHIFT":MAILTO:leadershift@united-church.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221101T220506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T220506Z
UID:14489-1668592800-1668598200@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Reading Matthew With Ecological Eyes
DESCRIPTION:IF CHRISTIANS ARE TO ENGAGE SERIOUSLY AND FAITHFULLY WITH THE MANY ECOLOGICAL ISSUES OF OUR DAY THAT NEEDS TO BE REFLECTED IN OUR READINGS OF OUR SACRED STORY.\n– ELAINE WAINRIGHT\, RSM\nAll are welcome to join this online Bible study series\, exploring a selection of passages from the Gospel of Matthew not only for the human and the holy but also for habitat. Join us as we read our sacred story with an ecological lens. Organized more as drop-in – feel free to join even if you missed any of the other dates! \nThe meetings will take place over four Wednesday mornings in the month of November: 2\, 9\, 16\, 23. From 10am Pacific / 11am Mountain. \n\nRegister in advance:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAodOCrqT0pEtGZuj0yVqK4AZyp4vrUPDGT \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nFor more information:\nJane Dawson\, Minister for Justice\njdawson@united-church.ca \n 
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/reading-matthew-with-ecological-eyes-3/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221107T215736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T223019Z
UID:14506-1668679200-1668684600@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Just Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Justice work in the church can often feel lonely and discouraging\, working for change that doesn’t come easily\, if it comes at all. Just Conversations is a monthly online gathering for anyone in PMRC wanting to connect with others involved with justice work around the region. It will be a chance to deepen your justice work in your faith\, share stories about what is happening around the region and develop strategies for working together to support each other in “being the change.” \nFeaturing Rev. Dr. Michael Caveney\, who will be joining us to talk about Justice in a Congregational Context \nJust Conversations will take place on the third Thursday of every month\, from 10am Pacific / 11am Mountain. \n\nNovember 17th\, December 15th\nJust Conversations is free and drop-in style\nOpen to ministry personnel and congregation members · Registration is required for the Zoom access. Register here.\nFacilitated by the PMRC’s Ministry for Justice (contact Jane Dawson (jdawson@united-church.ca) for more information).
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/just-conversations-8/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221121
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20220808T165836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T165836Z
UID:13945-1668902400-1668988799@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Children's Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Sunday\, an opportunity to lift up the needs and celebrate the gifts of young people in their own communities and around the world\, is celebrated annually across the church on the Sunday closest to November 20. Consider participating in the No Way to Treat a Child campaign to end the detention of Palestinian children. \nWorship resources and related material can be found here.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/childrens-sunday/
CATEGORIES:Special Worship Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221101T220519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T220519Z
UID:14491-1669197600-1669203000@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Reading Matthew With Ecological Eyes
DESCRIPTION:IF CHRISTIANS ARE TO ENGAGE SERIOUSLY AND FAITHFULLY WITH THE MANY ECOLOGICAL ISSUES OF OUR DAY THAT NEEDS TO BE REFLECTED IN OUR READINGS OF OUR SACRED STORY.\n– ELAINE WAINRIGHT\, RSM\nAll are welcome to join this online Bible study series\, exploring a selection of passages from the Gospel of Matthew not only for the human and the holy but also for habitat. Join us as we read our sacred story with an ecological lens. Organized more as drop-in – feel free to join even if you missed any of the other dates! \nThe meetings will take place over four Wednesday mornings in the month of November: 2\, 9\, 16\, 23. From 10am Pacific / 11am Mountain. \n\nRegister in advance:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAodOCrqT0pEtGZuj0yVqK4AZyp4vrUPDGT \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nFor more information:\nJane Dawson\, Minister for Justice\njdawson@united-church.ca \n 
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/reading-matthew-with-ecological-eyes-4/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221203
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20220908T192157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T192157Z
UID:14253-1669680000-1670025599@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Office Closed for the PMRC Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The office of the Pacific Mountain Region will be closed from November 29th to December 2nd for the annual retreat.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/office-closed-for-the-pmrc-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Holidays / Office Closures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221128T213130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T000557Z
UID:14586-1670418000-1670423400@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Pacific Mountain Town Hall Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Today’s Town Hall Guest\, the Right Rev. Peter Short! \n1PM PACIFIC\, 2PM MOUNTAIN\nWednesday December 7\, 2022  \nJoin Treena Duncan and community for a Town Hall featuring the Right Rev. Peter Short\, \nAs always\, worship\, regional updates and opportunities for connection will be part of today’s Town Hall as well. We look forward to seeing you soon! \nPMRC Townhall – December 7\, 2022\n1pm Pacific / 2pm Mountain \nhttps://united-church.zoom.us/j/92903088091?pwd=QWRhN1RWRVNtRlpCaEJZcnpVQjkwdz09 \nMeeting ID: 929 0308 8091 \nPassword: 902167 \nOne tap mobile \n+17789072071\,\,92903088091# Canada \n+14388097799\,\,92903088091# Canada \nDial by your location \n* Please use local numbers when feasible to save costs for the church. * \n        +1 778 907 2071 Canada \n        +1 438 809 7799 Canada \n        +1 587 328 1099 Canada \n        +1 647 374 4685 Canada \n        +1 647 558 0588 Canada \n        855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free \n        +1 470 250 9358 US (Atlanta) \n        +1 646 518 9805 US (New York) \n        +1 720 928 9299 US (Denver) \n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n        888 788 0099 US Toll-free \n        833 548 0276 US Toll-free \nMeeting ID: 929 0308 8091 \nFind your local number: https://united-church.zoom.us/u/aAsNT79cR
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/pacific-mountain-town-hall-gathering-3/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221214T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221102T194200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T001756Z
UID:14498-1671022800-1671028200@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:The Gathering Place
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Place is a time of online\, Mini-Retreats for United Church Ministry Personnel (active or retired). \nHappening once a month via Zoom\, Ministry Personnel are invited into 90 mins of being in community. \nYou can expect practices with colleagues such as check-in\, pray\, laugh\, share sacred stories and maybe even singing a little — together. \nThe Gathering Place is Free and Drop-In Style. It’s hosted by the PMRC’s Ministry Personal Support Team\, contact Karen Millard for more information.  \n\nHeld the 2nd Wednesday afternoon of the month.\n1-2:30pm Pacific / 2-3:30pm Mountain\nOnline\, via Zoom\n\nRegistration is required each month to receive the Zoom link. It is not a recurring link. Register here.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/the-gathering-place-11/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Millard":MAILTO:minister@squamishunitedchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221215T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221215T000000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221215T172853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T173450Z
UID:14658-1671062400-1671062400@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Faithful Climate Conversations
DESCRIPTION:“Faithful Climate Conversations” is a free\, online series offered by the PMRC Justice Network\, and drawing from the multi-denominational\, Canada-wide “For the Love of Creation” discussion resources. It will run in two series during early 2023. This series\, in three parts\, is offered January 25\, February 1\, and February 8\, all from 3:30-5pm Pacific. \n\nRegister for the January-February series here\n\nCONNECTION AND LEARNING\nThis series will be facilitated by Susan Draper and Janet Gray.  Come for a chance to connect with others in our region and learn ways to create safe and respectful climate change conversations in your own community of faith. \nIf you’re interested in hosting such conversations for your church\, this series will also be a great way to get to know the ‘For the Love of Creation’ resources! Included below is the Discussion Guide for each topic\, offering a preview of the kind of conversation you and others may engage with together. \nYou are warmly welcome\, we hope you’ll join us. \nRegistration is here: Faithful Climate Conversations Registration Form\n\nAll sessions are online only\, via Zoom.\nFree! Registration is required to receive the Zoom links.\nThe times listed are Pacific Time; please adjust if you’re participating from another time zone.\nIf interested\, a second series\, in four parts\, will be offered March 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, from 7-8:30pm Pacific\, details here.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/14658/
CATEGORIES:News
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221121T181611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T181034Z
UID:14548-1671098400-1671103800@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Just Conversations
DESCRIPTION:With special guests Lori Neale & Beth Baskin from Identity and Mission\, United Church of Canada GCO \nJustice work in the church can often feel lonely and discouraging\, working for change that doesn’t come easily\, if it comes at all. Just Conversations is a monthly online gathering for anyone in PMRC wanting to connect with others involved with justice work around the region. It will be a chance to deepen your justice work in your faith\, share stories about what is happening around the region and develop strategies for working together to support each other in “being the change.” \nJust Conversations will take place on the third Thursday of every month\, from 10am Pacific / 11am Mountain. \n\nDecember 15th – Last meeting of the year!\nJust Conversations is free and drop-in style\nOpen to ministry personnel and congregation members · Registration is required for the Zoom access. Register here.\nFacilitated by the PMRC’s Ministry for Justice (contact Jane Dawson (jdawson@united-church.ca) for more information).
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/just-conversations-9/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230103
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20220705T190045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T202051Z
UID:13717-1671753600-1672703999@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Office Closed for Winter Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Christmas and New Year’s are Observed; the Pacific Mountain Office is closed.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/office-closed-for-winter-holidays/
CATEGORIES:Holidays / Office Closures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230110T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230131T230542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T230542Z
UID:14907-1673355600-1673361000@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Leaders Online Gathering Epiphany
DESCRIPTION:For all those in leadership with Children\, Youth\, Families\, Young Adults in a United Church setting – whether paid or volunteer in dedicated ministry with children and families\, or a piece of your ministry. \nDates: Every Tuesday Afternoon – 1pm-2:15pm Pacific / 2-3:15pm Mountain\n​Hosts: Rev. Mary Nichol and Chris Mah Poy\, First Third Ministry Staff \nGuest Speakers will join when able! \nA one time first registration is required: REGISTER HERE!
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/leaders-online-gathering-epiphany/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230111T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230104T180301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T202252Z
UID:14743-1673442000-1673447400@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Pacific Mountain Town Hall Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Today’s Town Hall Guest\, Daniel Martin! \n1PM PACIFIC\, 2PM MOUNTAIN\nWednesday\, January 11\, 2023  \nKick off the New Year’s first Town Hall with an update on what young adults think about the United Church of Canada and how Campus Ministry is engaging them in new and creative ways. Campus Ministry Animator\, Daniel Martin\, will share the research our 8 Community Connectors have been doing on their respective campuses this past semester and what we’ve learned about outreach ministry to young people throughout this journey. \nAs always\, worship\, regional updates and opportunities for connection will be part of today’s Town Hall as well. We look forward to seeing you soon! \nTopic: PMRC Townhall – Wed Jan 11 \nTime: Jan 11\, 2023 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://united-church.zoom.us/j/85116076355?pwd=d1ZzNTExRDhhZHRDK1grZGRJTzVDZz09 \nMeeting ID: 851 1607 6355 \nPassword: 777349 \nOne tap mobile \n+14388097799\,\,85116076355# Canada \n+15873281099\,\,85116076355# Canada \nDial by your location \n* Please use local numbers when feasible to save costs for the church. * \n        +1 438 809 7799 Canada \n        +1 587 328 1099 Canada \n        +1 647 374 4685 Canada \n        +1 647 558 0588 Canada \n        +1 778 907 2071 Canada
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/pacific-mountain-town-hall-gathering-4/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230111T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230104T214925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T214925Z
UID:14750-1673442000-1673447400@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:The Gathering Place
DESCRIPTION:Join us online at The Gathering Place on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM  PT/ 2:00 MT for 90 mins of gathering in community to check-in\, pray\, laugh\, share sacred stories and maybe even sing a little. \nThis ministers-only series is open to all Ministry Personnel in the Pacific Mountain Regional Council and is hosted by members of the Ministry Personnel Support Team. \nRegister at this link.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/the-gathering-place-12/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230115
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221118T203647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T204004Z
UID:14526-1673481600-1673740799@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:The Art of Children and Youth Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Ministry with those in the first third of life requires significant skill and creativity in order to be effective.  If we imagine this ministry as a work of art\, we lean toward practices that help us create meaningful programs and facilitate the building of relationships.  This short intensive will explore practices of Children and Youth Ministry in a Christian context with a focus on faith formation\, spiritual nurture\, worship\, spiritual practice\, and community building.  This course is intended for those already practicing the Art of Children and Youth Ministry\, those brand new\, or those wishing to refresh their skills. \nMary Nichol is the contact for further information\, including about bursaries.\n\nThis Course is in person and synchronous via Zoom\nHeld from January 12-14 202\nRegistration is via VST: https://vst.edu/courses/the-art-of-children-youth-ministry/
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/the-art-of-children-and-youth-ministry/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230131T230704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T230704Z
UID:14908-1673960400-1673965800@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Leaders Online Gathering Epiphany
DESCRIPTION:For all those in leadership with Children\, Youth\, Families\, Young Adults in a United Church setting – whether paid or volunteer in dedicated ministry with children and families\, or a piece of your ministry. \nDates: Every Tuesday Afternoon – 1pm-2:15pm Pacific / 2-3:15pm Mountain\n​Hosts: Rev. Mary Nichol and Chris Mah Poy\, First Third Ministry Staff \nGuest Speakers will join when able! \nA one time first registration is required: REGISTER HERE!
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/leaders-online-gathering-epiphany-2/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20220704T223025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T223025Z
UID:13703-1674034200-1674039600@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:From Decision-Making to Discernment
DESCRIPTION:A Year-Long Program for Church Boards and Ministry Personnel \nWith Susan Beaumont \nMost congregations rely on rational decision making to guide their leadership choices. Liminal seasons invite us to shift out of rational decision-making mode and into a more discerning mindset. Discernment is an attentiveness to God that\, over time\, develops into a shared sense of God’s intention for us and our community now. This year long program will equip you and your board for deepened group discernment practices. \nPARTICIPANTS IN THIS PROGRAM WILL:\n\nEnter a three-way conversation engaging God\, the soul of the leader\, and the soul of the institution.\nChallenge the default position of most congregations to resort immediately to group decision making.\nDeepen their skills as group discernment facilitators.\nLearn how to structure a group discernment process and where to locate discernment activity in the life of a congregation.\nDevelop a toolbox of practices for opening to God and listening to one another.\n\nClick here for full details and to register.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/from-decision-making-to-discernment-8/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LeaderSHIFT":MAILTO:leadershift@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230109T182834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T182834Z
UID:14773-1674124200-1674127800@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Just Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Justice work in the church can often feel lonely and discouraging\, working for change that doesn’t come easily\, if it comes at all. Just Conversations is a monthly online gathering for anyone in PMRC wanting to connect with others involved with justice work around the region. It will be a chance to deepen your justice work in your faith\, share stories about what is happening around the region and develop strategies for working together to support each other in “being the change.” \nJust Conversations will take place on the third Thursday of every month\, from 10am Pacific / 11am Mountain. \n\nJanuary 19\, 2023 – First Meeting of the year!\nJust Conversations is free and drop-in style\nOpen to ministry personnel and congregation members · Registration is required for the Zoom access. Register here.\nFacilitated by the PMRC’s Ministry for Justice (contact Jane Dawson (jdawson@united-church.ca) for more information).
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/just-conversations-10/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230120T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230123T210626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T210626Z
UID:14848-1674207000-1674210600@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Lent & Holy Week Resource Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join colleagues to discuss ideas and strategies for making Lent and Holy Week meaningful for your congregation. \n2 Online Sessions \n\nRegistration is Free!\nFriday\, January 20th\, 2023 9:30am to 10:30am PT/10:30am to 11:30 MTN and\nWednesday\, January 25th\, 2023 at 5:00pm to 6:00pm PT/6:00pm to 7:00pm MTN\nYou are welcome – and invited – to attend to one or both sessions 🙂\nBoth sessions are Online by Zoom\n\nRegistration Open \n\nPlease register in advance for this meeting(s)\nBoth sessions are online only via zoom\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email containing information about joining the meeting. \nClick HERE to REGISTER \nWe’re excited to be in this welcoming space sharing ideas and strategies for making Lent and Holy Week meaningful for your congregation! \nBlessings\, \nMary Nichol
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/lent-holy-week-resource-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230124T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230131T231150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T231150Z
UID:14909-1674565200-1674570600@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Leaders Online Gathering Epiphany
DESCRIPTION:For all those in leadership with Children\, Youth\, Families\, Young Adults in a United Church setting – whether paid or volunteer in dedicated ministry with children and families\, or a piece of your ministry. \nDates: Every Tuesday Afternoon – 1pm-2:15pm Pacific / 2-3:15pm Mountain\n​Hosts: Rev. Mary Nichol and Chris Mah Poy\, First Third Ministry Staff \nGuest Speakers will join when able! \nA one time first registration is required: REGISTER HERE!
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/leaders-online-gathering-epiphany-3/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221215T171654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T171654Z
UID:14653-1674660600-1674666000@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Faithful Climate Conversations
DESCRIPTION:“Faithful Climate Conversations” is a free\, online series offered by the PMRC Justice Network\, and drawing from the multi-denominational\, Canada-wide “For the Love of Creation” discussion resources. It will run in two series during early 2023. This series\, in three parts\, is offered January 25\, February 1\, and February 8\, all from 3:30-5pm Pacific. \n\nRegister for the January-February series here\n\nCONNECTION AND LEARNING\nThis series will be facilitated by Susan Draper and Janet Gray.  Come for a chance to connect with others in our region and learn ways to create safe and respectful climate change conversations in your own community of faith. \nIf you’re interested in hosting such conversations for your church\, this series will also be a great way to get to know the ‘For the Love of Creation’ resources! Included below is the Discussion Guide for each topic\, offering a preview of the kind of conversation you and others may engage with together. \nYou are warmly welcome\, we hope you’ll join us. \nRegistration is here: Faithful Climate Conversations Registration Form\n\nAll sessions are online only\, via Zoom.\nFree! Registration is required to receive the Zoom links.\nThe times listed are Pacific Time; please adjust if you’re participating from another time zone.\nIf interested\, a second series\, in four parts\, will be offered March 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, from 7-8:30pm Pacific\, details here.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/faithful-climate-conversations1/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230125T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230125T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230123T210731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T210731Z
UID:14849-1674666000-1674669600@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Lent & Holy Week Resource Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join colleagues to discuss ideas and strategies for making Lent and Holy Week meaningful for your congregation. \n2 Online Sessions \n\nRegistration is Free!\nFriday\, January 20th\, 2023 9:30am to 10:30am PT/10:30am to 11:30 MTN and\nWednesday\, January 25th\, 2023 at 5:00pm to 6:00pm PT/6:00pm to 7:00pm MTN\nYou are welcome – and invited – to attend to one or both sessions 🙂\nBoth sessions are Online by Zoom\n\nRegistration Open \n\nPlease register in advance for this meeting(s)\nBoth sessions are online only via zoom\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive an email containing information about joining the meeting. \nClick HERE to REGISTER \nWe’re excited to be in this welcoming space sharing ideas and strategies for making Lent and Holy Week meaningful for your congregation! \nBlessings\, \nMary Nichol
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/lent-holy-week-resource-roundtable-2/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230126T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221118T205447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T205545Z
UID:14525-1674721800-1674747000@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Godly Play Experience in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:This experience is designed for leaders in congregational ministry who would like to know more about Godly Play and how it can inform and support your ministry with people of all ages and in a variety of contexts. \n​The day will cover all the content similar to an in-person introduction of Godly Play:\nexperience a full godly play session with debrief\, what is Godly Play\, children’s spirituality and how we support it\, the Godly Play environment and getting started. \nWe use an action/reflection model with some leader presentations and a lot of of interaction.  ​Content is live and pre-recorded. \nContact: Anne Clark – arbc52@gmail.com or Mary Nichol \nRegistration at this link. \n\n​January 26\, 2023\n​8:30 am to 3:30 pm PT / 9:30am to 4:30pm MT\nCost: $50.00\nOnline
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/godly-play-experience-in-ministry/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230131T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230131T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221215T191221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T191221Z
UID:14681-1675164600-1675170000@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating the Landscapes of Living Faith I
DESCRIPTION:a collegial conversation for Theological Banquet practitioners\nwith Janet Gear\, and host Janice Young\n\nTuesdays: January 31\, Feb 7\, 14\, 21\, 2023\nOnline: 10:30AM – 12PM PACIFIC / 11:30AM – 1PM MOUNTAIN\n\nHave you been leading through the lens of the Theological Banquet framework created by Rev Janet Gear?  Then you know that there is an initial feast at the table of abundance as we name and celebrate theological diversity.  And this is good.  You also recognize the agitation of the Spirit at work in communities committed to the vitality that theological diversity brings.  Where are the edges of inclusion that go beyond our denominational identity? How do we work into inclusion in a way that addresses the difficult exploration of theological clashes? What are you noticing?  What do these realities and dynamics mean for your pastoral and strategic leadership?  What have others learned from their experiences? \nIn this collegial gathering\, we will prompt our conversation with topics from your own ministry context and from challenges and opportunities presented by the current moment.  Janet will reflect with you on the theological landscape beneath your pastoral leadership. \nThis is a seminar style opportunity in which we will work with what you bring\, as leaders familiar with the Theological Banquet.  Participation is limited and prior experience with the Theological Banquet is required.  Please register by January 15\, 2023 to claim your seat at the table! \nDetails & registration here\, space limited to 10.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/navigating-the-landscapes-of-living-faith-i/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LeaderSHIFT":MAILTO:leadershift@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230131T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230131T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230131T231456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T231456Z
UID:14910-1675170000-1675175400@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Leaders Online Gathering Epiphany
DESCRIPTION:For all those in leadership with Children\, Youth\, Families\, Young Adults in a United Church setting – whether paid or volunteer in dedicated ministry with children and families\, or a piece of your ministry. \nDates: Every Tuesday Afternoon – 1pm-2:15pm Pacific / 2-3:15pm Mountain\n​Hosts: Rev. Mary Nichol and Chris Mah Poy\, First Third Ministry Staff \nGuest Speakers will join when able! \nA one time first registration is required: REGISTER HERE!
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/leaders-online-gathering-epiphany-4/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230209
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20220704T220326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T220326Z
UID:13679-1675641600-1675900799@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Holy Ground - Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Holy Ground: Seeding the Soil of Wild Church\nWITH VICTORIA LOORZ FEBRUARY 6-8\, 2023 ~ AT LOON LAKE RETREAT CENTRE\nJoin us as Victoria Loorz\, early Wild Church planter\, co-founder of the Wild Church Network and of Seminary of the Wild\, offers us wisdom and insights into re-connecting with holiness in the sanctuary of the natural world. This 3-day retreat will offer an opportunity to experience Wild Church\, share ideas and resources\, and help equip and empower you to begin or deepen your own Wild Church gathering. The gathering is for those of you already offering leadership in land-based church experiences\, and for those who want help getting started. LeaderShift is partnering with the Wild Church plants in Kamloops\, Sorrento and the Okanagan to offer an interactive\, experiential opportunity to learn more about this this growing movement of Wild Church. \nDetails and registration here. 
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/holy-ground-retreat/
LOCATION:Loon Lake Retreat Centre\, 14500 Silver Valley Rd\, Maple Ridge\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LeaderSHIFT":MAILTO:leadershift@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221215T193438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T193438Z
UID:14682-1675765800-1675771200@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating the Landscapes of Living Faith II
DESCRIPTION:a collegial conversation for Theological Banquet practitioners\nwith Janet Gear\, and host Janice Young\n\nTuesdays: January 31\, Feb 7\, 14\, 21\, 2023\nOnline: 10:30AM – 12PM PACIFIC / 11:30AM – 1PM MOUNTAIN\n\nHave you been leading through the lens of the Theological Banquet framework created by Rev Janet Gear?  Then you know that there is an initial feast at the table of abundance as we name and celebrate theological diversity.  And this is good.  You also recognize the agitation of the Spirit at work in communities committed to the vitality that theological diversity brings.  Where are the edges of inclusion that go beyond our denominational identity? How do we work into inclusion in a way that addresses the difficult exploration of theological clashes? What are you noticing?  What do these realities and dynamics mean for your pastoral and strategic leadership?  What have others learned from their experiences? \nIn this collegial gathering\, we will prompt our conversation with topics from your own ministry context and from challenges and opportunities presented by the current moment.  Janet will reflect with you on the theological landscape beneath your pastoral leadership. \nThis is a seminar style opportunity in which we will work with what you bring\, as leaders familiar with the Theological Banquet.  Participation is limited and prior experience with the Theological Banquet is required.  Please register by January 15\, 2023 to claim your seat at the table! \nDetails & registration here\, space limited to 10.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/navigating-the-landscapes-of-living-faith-ii/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="LeaderSHIFT":MAILTO:leadershift@united-church.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230131T234006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T234006Z
UID:14912-1675774800-1675780200@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Leaders Online Gathering Epiphany
DESCRIPTION:For all those in leadership with Children\, Youth\, Families\, Young Adults in a United Church setting – whether paid or volunteer in dedicated ministry with children and families\, or a piece of your ministry. \nDates: Every Tuesday Afternoon – 1pm-2:15pm Pacific / 2-3:15pm Mountain\n​Hosts: Rev. Mary Nichol and Chris Mah Poy\, First Third Ministry Staff \nGuest Speakers will join when able! \nA one time first registration is required: REGISTER HERE!
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/leaders-online-gathering-epiphany-5/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Third Ministry":MAILTO:FirstThirdMinistry@united-church.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20230207T171552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T171552Z
UID:14958-1675861200-1675866600@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:The Gathering Place
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Place a time of online\, Mini-Retreats for United Church Ministry Personnel (active or retired). \nHappening once a month via Zoom\, Ministry Personnel are invited into 90 mins of being in community. \nYou can expect practices with colleagues such as check-in\, pray\, laugh\, share sacred stories and maybe even singing a little — together. \n\n1-2:30pm Pacific / 2-3:30pm Mountain\nRegister here.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/the-gathering-place-13/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T062822
CREATED:20221215T174725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T174742Z
UID:14652-1675870200-1675875600@pacificmountain.ca
SUMMARY:Faithful Climate Conversations
DESCRIPTION:“Faithful Climate Conversations” is a free\, online series offered by the PMRC Justice Network\, and drawing from the multi-denominational\, Canada-wide “For the Love of Creation” discussion resources. It will run in two series during early 2023. This series\, in three parts\, is offered January 25\, February 1\, and February 8\, all from 3:30-5pm Pacific. \n\nRegister for the January-February series here\n\nCONNECTION AND LEARNING\nThis series will be facilitated by Susan Draper and Janet Gray.  Come for a chance to connect with others in our region and learn ways to create safe and respectful climate change conversations in your own community of faith. \nIf you’re interested in hosting such conversations for your church\, this series will also be a great way to get to know the ‘For the Love of Creation’ resources! Included below is the Discussion Guide for each topic\, offering a preview of the kind of conversation you and others may engage with together. \nYou are warmly welcome\, we hope you’ll join us. \nRegistration is here: Faithful Climate Conversations Registration Form\n\nAll sessions are online only\, via Zoom.\nFree! Registration is required to receive the Zoom links.\nThe times listed are Pacific Time; please adjust if you’re participating from another time zone.\nIf interested\, a second series\, in four parts\, will be offered March 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, from 7-8:30pm Pacific\, details here.
URL:https://pacificmountain.ca/event/faithful-climate-conversations/
CATEGORIES:PMRC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice":MAILTO:kmitchellfoster@united-church.ca
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