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Building on twenty years of practice and the work of Walter Brueggemann, John McKnight, and Peter Block, this workshop is designed for congregations who are eager to engage their communities authentically beyond the walls of the church. Pastors and laity who are eager to strengthen their connections to their church’s geography will benefit from this interactive workshop. We will explore three core mindset shifts that are foundational for churches eager to move from an outreach model to a community transformation model of holistic engagement in neighborhoods. Participants will leave the workshop with concrete ways to begin making these shifts in their context. Presenter: Amy Moritz Date: April 9, 2019, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Location: Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, McCord Community Center, Cost: $30 (lunch included) Recommended for: clergy and congregations who long to see their communities transformed |
New Story Festival
February 16, 2019 — Rio Texas MFSA
A Bold Experiment in Making a Better Story for a Better World
Embodying Creativity, Spirituality, Social Action, & Playful Connection
with
Music, Art, and Stories
Inspiring Speakers and Practical Workshops
Laughter and Dancing, Mindfulness and Meditation
Intimate Conversations and New Friends
Amplifying the good work of ACTIVISTS, ARTISTS, NON-PROFITS,
HAEALTH/WHOLENESS PRACTIONERS, AND FAITH COMMUNITIES
In Central Texas and beyond
Hosted by Huston-Tillotson University
https://www.newstoryfestival.com/
NADIA BOLZ-WEBER, REV. ANGEL KYODO WILLIAMS, CHARLES EISENSTEIN, CARRIE RODRIGUEZ,
BRIAN MCLAREN, AMPARO GARCIA-CROW, and more
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
September 6, 2018 — Rio Texas MFSA
Americans are more politically divided than we’ve been since the Civil War. These tribal disagreements rip apart families, friendships, governments, and, not surprisingly, churches. Because of this, polarization becomes a primary part of any pastor’s context and a challenge to her or his work. Add to all this that Jesus prayed for his disciples, “that they all may be one,” and that their unity should impact the world, (John 17:21) and this becomes an integral part of faithful ministry. Join Rev. Allen Hilton as he engages this crucial leadership issue of our time on the way to helping the American church become a “House United.”
The two parts of this series offer independent, but equally important content.
Presenter: Rev. Allen Hilton
Dates: Oct. 9 & Nov. 15, 2018
Location: Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, McCord Community Center
100 East 27th Street, Austin, 78705
Cost: $35 for each session (lunch included)
Recommended for: clergy and church leaders
You may register for one or both sessions
Session One
In this session, Dr. Hilton will introduce “Courageous Conversations,” a model he uses around the country to help congregations learn to talk well about controversial matters on which they differ passionately.
Date: Oct. 9, 2018
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, followed by lunch until 1:00 pm
Cost: $35 (lunch included)
Register here for the October 9 session
Session Two
In this session, Dr. Hilton will introduce “Christian Mingle,” an initiative to bring leaders and congregations together in fellowship and mission to build relationship across the left-right divide.
Date: Nov. 15, 2018
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, followed by lunch until 1:00 pm
Cost: $35 (lunch included)
iACT Red Bench
February 27, 2018 — Rio Texas MFSA
The Red Bench – HOME
Join us on Tuesday, February 27 for a courageous conversation on
the topic of Home at Unity Church of Austin
(5501 West Highway 290, Austin TX 78735).
If you plan to attend, please RSVP
iACT Red Bench
February 6, 2018 — Rio Texas MFSAThe Red Bench – HOME
Join us on Tuesday, February 27 for a courageous conversation on
the topic of Home at Unity Church of Austin
(5501 West Highway 290, Austin TX 78735).
If you plan to attend, please RSVP
The Red Bench: Grace
January 14, 2017 — Rio Texas MFSAJoin us on Tuesday January 31 for a courageous conversation on the topic of Grace
at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
If you plan to attend, please RSVP
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Rio Texas Methodist Federation for Social Action 