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SUMMARY:Ministry Outside the Box Class
DESCRIPTION:You know the way we’ve always done it isn’t working anymore\, but how do we dream new dreams that actually work?  How do we get the committee and congregation to see this too?  In this 3-session workshop on how to assess your current offerings\, consider what God might be calling you to do (that will work in your context)\, and implement new formation opportunities.  This is a hands-on class with practical tools\, and you will leave with concrete written next steps. \n\nRebecca Guzman is a Certified Educator serving as the Director of Spiritual Formation at South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church in Charlotte\, North Carolina. \nJessie Kuehner is a Certified Educator who has served churches but has also been a consultant to churches and educators for 5+ years. \nThese 2 have been a dynamic pair that have worked together for years.  There have been multiple times when Rebecca finishes what Jessie is saying when Jessie has an “oh squirrel!” moment. \nCost: \nAPCE Member $20 \nNon-Member $35 \nAPCE Retired Educator $15 \n  \nClasses are 1-3pm EST starting Tues. Oct. 29.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/ministry-outside-the-box-class/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:APCE Webinars,APCE Zoom Gathering,home featured events,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Ministry Outside the Box Class
DESCRIPTION:You know the way we’ve always done it isn’t working anymore\, but how do we dream new dreams that actually work?  How do we get the committee and congregation to see this too?  In this 3-session workshop on how to assess your current offerings\, consider what God might be calling you to do (that will work in your context)\, and implement new formation opportunities.  This is a hands-on class with practical tools\, and you will leave with concrete written next steps. \n\nRebecca Guzman is a Certified Educator serving as the Director of Spiritual Formation at South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church in Charlotte\, North Carolina. \nJessie Kuehner is a Certified Educator who has served churches but has also been a consultant to churches and educators for 5+ years. \nThese 2 have been a dynamic pair that have worked together for years.  There have been multiple times when Rebecca finishes what Jessie is saying when Jessie has an “oh squirrel!” moment. \nCost: \nAPCE Member $20 \nNon-Member $35 \nAPCE Retired Educator $15 \n  \nClasses are 1-3pm EST starting Tues. Oct. 29.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/ministry-outside-the-box-class/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:APCE Webinars,APCE Zoom Gathering,home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20240818T204901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T205228Z
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SUMMARY:South Atlantic and Puerto Rico (SOAP) Regional Event
DESCRIPTION:FROM TRADITION TO TOMORROW\n						Why does the Church matter in 2024 and beyond? \nWhat makes the Church unique? \nSession 1:  The Church is one of the only places in society where all six living generations gather and commune. \nSession 2:  What does society need right now that the Church can uniquely offer? \n\n\n\n\n					\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n						\n						Keynote presenter\, Brittany Porch\, has a MA in Practical Theology from Columbia Theological Seminary and is a certified Christian Education in the PC (USA). Currently serving as the Dir of Mission & Education at Broad Street Presbyterian Church in Columbus\, OH\, Brittany has 15 years of experience in educational ministry\, some in the APCE SOAP region. She loves hiking\, reading novels with her book club\, walking her dog\, and spending time with her husband and two small children.   Visit https://tinyurl.com/apcesoap to register. \n  \n					\n				\n			\n				MORE INFO AND REGISTER HERE
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/south-atlantic-and-puerto-rico-soap-regional-event/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:home featured events,Regional Gatherings,Upcoming
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Atlantic Puerto Rico Region of APCE":MAILTO:https://www.facebook.com/groups/900525979992282
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20240731T182818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T223512Z
UID:69079-1730206800-1730214000@apcenet.org
SUMMARY:Ministry Outside the Box Class
DESCRIPTION:You know the way we’ve always done it isn’t working anymore\, but how do we dream new dreams that actually work?  How do we get the committee and congregation to see this too?  In this 3-session workshop on how to assess your current offerings\, consider what God might be calling you to do (that will work in your context)\, and implement new formation opportunities.  This is a hands-on class with practical tools\, and you will leave with concrete written next steps. \n\nRebecca Guzman is a Certified Educator serving as the Director of Spiritual Formation at South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church in Charlotte\, North Carolina. \nJessie Kuehner is a Certified Educator who has served churches but has also been a consultant to churches and educators for 5+ years. \nThese 2 have been a dynamic pair that have worked together for years.  There have been multiple times when Rebecca finishes what Jessie is saying when Jessie has an “oh squirrel!” moment. \nCost: \nAPCE Member $20 \nNon-Member $35 \nAPCE Retired Educator $15 \n  \nClasses are 1-3pm EST starting Tues. Oct. 29.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/ministry-outside-the-box-class/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:APCE Webinars,APCE Zoom Gathering,home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T190000
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CREATED:20240913T174533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T033232Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Ministry Network Connection
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Ministry Network is for anyone who has Children’s Ministry under their umbrella. This group meets the Second Thursday of the month at 7pm EST via Zoom. Please sign up on each event to get the Zoom link. \nSIGN UP HERE
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/childrens-ministry-network-connection/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:home featured events,Networks,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T200000
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CREATED:20241130T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T174155Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Ministry Network Connection
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Ministry Network is for anyone who has Children’s Ministry under their umbrella. This group meets the Second Thursday of the month at 7pm EST via Zoom. Please sign up on each event to get the Zoom link. \nSIGN UP HERE
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/childrens-ministry-network-connection-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:home featured events,Networks,Upcoming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T155416Z
UID:67146-1737936000-1738195199@apcenet.org
SUMMARY:Worship and Sacraments Certification Course January 2025
DESCRIPTION:APCE will offer a certification course in Worship and Sacraments as a pre-event to the Annual Event in Memphis in January 25. Specific dates and registration details will be available closer to the event.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/worship-and-sacraments-certification-course-january-2025/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:APCE Webinars,APCE Zoom Gathering,Certification,home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20240127T044343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T044344Z
UID:66004-1738108800-1738454399@apcenet.org
SUMMARY:Annual Event 2025
DESCRIPTION:2025 Annual Event
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/annual-event-2025/
LOCATION:The Peabody Hotel
CATEGORIES:home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T150000
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CREATED:20250124T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T191240Z
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SUMMARY:APCE Polity Course Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Office of Christian Formation of the Presbyterian Mission Agency\, the Association of Partners in Christian Education (APCE) is pleased to offer an online course in Presbyterian Polity. The course is available to Christian Educators in the certification process\, Commissioned Ruling Elders or those that are preparing for a commission\, or leaders in 1001 New Worshipping Communities. At this time the class will only be offered in English. Registration is available until the class limit is reached. \n\nCost is $100. \nDates: February 17\, 19\, 21; 2 sessions each day: AM session: 10:00–12:00; PM session: 1:00 – 3:00; All times Eastern (Feb 21 PM session for CREs and NWC Leaders) \n  \nRegister at APCE Polity Course Winter 2025 | Association of Partners in Christian Education
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/apce-polity-course-winter-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,APCE Webinars,APCE Zoom Gathering,Certification,home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T150000
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CREATED:20241126T173554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T175101Z
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SUMMARY:Feb. 2025 Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Feb 20- \nRemarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt \nDo you find yourself awash in pages and pages of professional reading but very little reading for your soul\, for your self-care\, for your well of well being? Then look NO FURTHER!  APCE has just launched a Book Club for any and all members who would like to gather to read\, explore\, and dive into books both fiction and non-fiction\, “work related” and just for fun!  \n  \nThe group will meet monthly via Zoom with NO requirement to make each and every meeting! Come as you can\, enjoy the fellowship of fellow educators and simply find some respite in books! \nRegister at: https://apcenet.org/apce-book-club/
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/feb-2025-book-club/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:APCE Webinars,APCE Zoom Gathering,Bookclub,home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20250318T200405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T200405Z
UID:77176-1742569200-1742576400@apcenet.org
SUMMARY:The APCE Book Club “Faith in Fiction” March Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The APCE Book Club “Faith in Fiction” will meet by Zoom on Friday\, March 21\, 2025.\nTime 3:00 PM Eastern\, 2:00 Central\, 1: 00 Rocky Mt\, & 12:00 Pacific.\nThe Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride is the selection for March.  The novel is a poignant look at relationships\, redemption\, racism and the American dream.  This book is the winner of the National Book Award in 2023 and has 4 stars+ ratings on Amazon & Goodreads. Join fellow APCE members and friends for discussion and opinions on this tale of American life in small town Pennsylvania in the first half of the 20th century. \nFor the Zoom Link\, email apcebookclub@gmail.com.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/the-apce-book-club-faith-in-fiction-march-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Bookclub,home featured events,Upcoming
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ORGANIZER;CN="The APCE 'Faith in Fiction' Book Club":MAILTO:apcebookclub@gmail.com.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20240523T185047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T153404Z
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SUMMARY:Retired Educators' Connections - May 2025
DESCRIPTION:ALL APCE Retired Educators are invited to join Bonnie Edwards and Roberta Dodds-Ingersoll for a time of informal sharing. This is a great way to stay connected to long-time friends and to make new ones. \nMark your calendars now for the meetings later this year on August 21 and November 20. \nIf you would like to participate\, please email info@apcenet.org for the zoom link and more information.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/retired-educators-connections-4/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:APCE Zoom Gathering,home featured events,Networks,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20250426T175524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T152439Z
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SUMMARY:APCE Book Club "Faith in Fiction"
DESCRIPTION:The May book will be Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon. Although a YA read\, the book is deep and profound. \nFor an invitation to the May Book Club gathering\, email apcebookclub@gmail.com.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/apce-book-club-faith-in-fiction/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:APCE Zoom Gathering,Bookclub,home featured events,Upcoming
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ORGANIZER;CN="The APCE 'Faith in Fiction' Book Club":MAILTO:apcebookclub@gmail.com.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20250516T160417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T160522Z
UID:77955-1755777600-1755783000@apcenet.org
SUMMARY:Retired Educators Connection - August 2025
DESCRIPTION:ALL APCE Retired Educators are invited to join Bonnie Edwards and Roberta Dodds-Ingersoll for a time of informal sharing. This is a great way to stay connected to long-time friends and to make new ones. \nMark your calendars now for the final meeting og this year on November 20. \nIf you would like to participate\, please email info@apcenet.org for the zoom link and more information.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/retired-educators-connection-august-2025/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:APCE Zoom Gathering,home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20250516T162325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T163412Z
UID:77959-1761060600-1761220800@apcenet.org
SUMMARY:GLAPCE 2025 Fall Event - Living in Transitional Times
DESCRIPTION:WHERE: Lindenwood Conference & Retreat Center\, near Plymouth\, IN \nWHO: All who are involved with Christian Education/Faith Formation in any way are invited — pastors\, educators\, committee members\, staff and volunteers alike! You don’t need to be a member of APCE to attend this event. \nWHAT: \nWorkshops with Guest Speaker Carol McDonald \n\n\n\nExplore transitions in our personal lives\, faith communities\, cultures\, and in Scripture.\nConversations to help ground and equip us for transition\, so that we can help guide those in our ministries through times of change and transition. No matter what age or type of group you work with most\, change affects all people.\nOpportunities to listen\, reflect\, interact\, and plan how to apply material in your context\n\n\nMeaningful Worship times\, including communion together on Thursday\nSabbath rest time on Wednesday afternoon with a variety of options:\n\ntours of the farm on campus\nindoor and outdoor stations of the cross\nself-guided tours of the campus\nan outdoor labyrinth\nwalking paths; or a nap\, reading\, your own project — the time is yours!\n\n\nResource Sharing & Networking Opportunities\n\nGUEST SPEAKER: Carol McDonald is an honorably retired Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church USA (PCUSA). Before her retirement\, she served at the congregational level\, as well as in a variety of presbytery\, synod and general assembly positions in the PCUSA: Christian Education Consultant\, Associate Executive for Program\, Presbytery Moderator\, Associate Executive for Geneva Center\, Synod Executive \, and various committees for the General Assembly. \nEarly Bird rates are available through August 15. \nLearn more and register today:  https://www.glapce.org/2025-fall-event.html \n 
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/glapce-2025-fall-event-living-in-transitional-times/
LOCATION:Lindenwood Retreat & Conference Center\, Plymouth\, IN
CATEGORIES:home featured events,Upcoming
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTSTAMP:20260403T133540
CREATED:20240320T004042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T181446Z
UID:67860-1768953600-1769299199@apcenet.org
SUMMARY:APCE Annual Event 2026
DESCRIPTION:2026 Annual Event – January 21 – 24\, 2026 in Pittsburgh\, PA at Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown \nMore information to come.
URL:https://apcenet.org/event/apce-annual-event-2026/
LOCATION:Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown\, 600 Commonwealth Pl\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222
CATEGORIES:home featured events,Upcoming
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