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SUMMARY:2025 Coffee Connections for Disciple Women
DESCRIPTION:Gathering to begin at 9:30 am with Discussion to begin at 10:00 am – Noon   Central Standard Time \nor   11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time \nCost: Free \nA Zoom link will be email to you. \nRegister Online
URL:https://www.michigandisciples.org/event/2025-coffee-connections-for-disciple-women-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Women
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SUMMARY:AIM Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Pastoring in an Era of Christian Nationalism \nChristian Nationalism is an ideology that threatens both church and state. This retreat will explore this dangerous doctrine and how pastors might navigate\, confront\, and refocus its presence in their congregations and broader society. Attendees will leave with an in-depth understanding of what Christian Nationalism is\, the problems it poses\, and practical pastoral responses to it. \nThis event is intended to enrich the lives of all clergy\, as well as lay leaders and anyone involved with church ministry. \nKeynoter:  Beau Underwood \nBeau Underwood is the co-author of Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism (Chalice Press\, 2024). The book has received several notable awards\, including the 2024 top award for non-fiction from both the Religion Communicators Council and the Associated Church Press. \nHe serves as the senior minister of Allisonville Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Indianapolis\, Indiana\, and is also a contributing editor to Word&Way. He completed his undergraduate studies at Eureka College\, earned graduate degrees in both religion and public policy at the University of Chicago\, and is currently a doctoral candidate in public affairs at the University of Missouri. \nUnderwood is also the co-author of a book on Christian fatherhood called\, Dear Son: Raising Faithful\, Just\, and Compassionate Men that is also published by Chalice Press. His writing has appeared in Religion News Service\, Sojourners\, The Christian Century\, Religion & Politics (now ARC)\, Sightings\, Religion Unplugged\, and other places. \nIn addition to pastoring and writing\, Underwood has past ministry experience in faith-based advocacy and hospital chaplaincy. He has also held a variety of leadership roles within the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). \nTentative Conference Schedule \nTuesday\, October 14\, 2025 \n\n11:00 am Registration opens\n12:00 pm Lunch\n1:00 pm Session 1\n\nWhat Exactly is Christian Nationalism? (How does it operate in our society to advantage some voices?)\n\n\n4:30 pm Annual AIM Meeting\n5:30 pm Dinner\n7:00 Session 2\n\nThe Heresy of Christian Nationalism (How does it contradict some basic Christian concepts?)\n\n\n9:00 pm Free time\, refreshments\, campfire\, etc.\n\nWednesday\, October 15\, 2025 \n\n8:00 am Breakfast\n9:00 am Devotions\n9:15 am Session 3\n\nChristian Nationalism Past\, Present\, and Future (Explore practical pastoral responses to it.)\n\n\n12:00 pm Lunch\n3:00 pm Departure\n\nYou are invited to bring snacks to share during the Conference and on Tuesday evening. \n— \nDouble Occupancy Fee: $200 (registration\, one night lodging\, and four meals)\nSingle Occupancy Fee: $250 (registration\, one night lodging\, and four meals)\nNon – Occupancy Fee: $150 (registration\, no lodging\, and four meals) \n— \nRegister Online\nGet the registration PDF
URL:https://www.michigandisciples.org/event/aim-retreat/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Park\, 26449 1340 North Ave\, Princeton\, IL\, 61356\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Pro Reconciliation\, Anti Racism
DESCRIPTION:FACILITATOR \nDr. Donna Bardley \nSpecial Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives \nEureka College \nTIME: GATHER AT 9:00 AM \nTRAINING 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM \nLOCATION: TINLEY PARK CONVENTION CENTER \n18451 CONVENTION CENTER DR\, TINLEY PARK\, IL 60477 \nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/DquE9hqDf92Dqesb6 \nCOST: $50.00 includes lunch \n  \nRegister Online
URL:https://www.michigandisciples.org/event/pro-reconciliation-anti-racism/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Ethics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T090000
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SUMMARY:Choices for Abundant Living: An Ethical Boundaries Training Event
DESCRIPTION:TRAINING 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM \nLOCATION: TINLEY PARK CONVENTION CENTER \n18451 CONVENTION CENTER DR\, TINLEY PARK\, IL 60477 \nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/DquE9hqDf92Dqesb6 \nCOST: $50.00/LUNCH AND PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK INCLUDED \nSchedule: \n\n9:00 AM – 9:45 Gathering\, Introductions\, Icebreakers\n9:45 – 10:30 Introduction to the Abundant Life\, Claiming the Abundant Life\n10:30 – 10:45 Break\n10:45 – 12:00 PM Naming our Values\n12:00 – 1:00 Lunch\n1:00 – 2:30 Boundaries\, Profession/ Vocation\, Power and Authority\n2:30 – 2:45 Break\n2:45 – 3:15 Special Topics (Friendship\, Social Media\, etc.)\n3:15 – 3:30 Closing Ritual\n\nRegister Online
URL:https://www.michigandisciples.org/event/choices-for-abundant-living-an-ethical-boundaries-training-event/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Ethics
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SUMMARY:"Let's Get Real: Real Life\, Real Faith\, Real connections\, Real Men"
DESCRIPTION:We regret to inform everyone that this event has been cancelled.\nMICHIGAN DISCIPLES MEN’S RETREAT \nMen’s Retreat Schedule (Tentative) \nFriday \n\n3:00 – 6:00 Arrive early afternoon or whenever you can join in\n6:00 Dinner (available if you arrive late)\n7:00 Introductions\n7:30 Session #1\n\nReal Men & Real Models (Faith Foundation) using Matthew 14:6 -11\nWe will explore maleness and models using examples of men in the bible and from the participants’ lived experiences.  We will explore King Herod’s understanding of maleness\, his misuse of power\, the influences described in the passage\, and his destructive ethics.\n\n\n8:30 Bonfire & fireside conversations\n\nSaturday \n\n7:45 Morning watch/devotions\n8:00 Breakfast\n9:00 Session #2\n\nReal Faith Commitments & Convictions (Faithing It Through Complicated Realities) Matthew 14:12-14\nWe will examine and discuss our faith commitments and convictions about God/Jesus Christ/Holy Spirit or the lack thereof\, and how it impacts our ability to persevere through tough seasons we experience personally\, among family\, ecclesially\, communally\, etc.\n\n\n10:15 Break\n10:30 Session #3\n\nReal Realities Offers Real Opportunities (Discipleship In Action) Matthew 14:15-16\nWe will examine together opportunities for godly men to faithfully respond to life circumstances\, communal realities\, issues of injustice\, and more in their immediate context.\n\n\nNoon Lunch\n1:15 Free-time or camp work related activities*\n6:00 Dinner\n7:00 Session #4\n\n\nReal Experiences Produce New Revelations (Seeking The Divine In & Through All Things)  Matthew 14:17-20\nHere\, we will explore how it is God’s desire for humanity to see and experience God at work in new ways.  In the  Matthean passage\, God uses the willing and the open\, even when what we have to give might seem small or insignificant.\n\n\n\n9:00 Bonfire & fireside conversations from the day\n\nSunday \n\n7:45 Morning watch/devotions\n8:00 Breakfast\n9:00 Pack/clean/load out\n10:00 Worship/Communion Service\n10:30 Closing Circle of Fellowship\n\nAbout our speaker\nRev. Derrick Perkins\, Sr. is a native St. Louisan\, shaped by a family of origin and ethos of strong and courageous African American women from Edwards\, Mississippi.  He is an ordained minister with standing in the Christian Church Disciples of Christ.  In March of 2025\, he began his ministerial call with Disciples Home Missions as Director for Congregational Vitality &  \nInnovation (CVI). CVI is a program area that supports DHM’s mission by developing resources and learning experiences for pastors\, lay-leaders\, and congregations to assist in congregational self-reflection\, lay leader development\, community partnership\, and outreach.  Serving in this merger position affords him the opportunity to serve the whole Church\, while also advocating for and supporting ministry and causes for African American disciples and communities.    \nPrior to his current role\, Rev Perkins served as the senior pastor of Centennial Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in St. Louis\, MO\, from October 2007 to February 2025. While at Centennial\, Rev. Perkins provided significant leadership in developing ministry programs and collaborations that address and engage social determinants\, health disparities\, food insecurity\, education\, communal uplift\, cultural enrichment\, and more.  Under Rev. Perkins’ leadership\, Centennial became a community hub for resources for families and residents living in the Fountain Park and Lewis Place communities and neighborhoods throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan Area.  Rev Perkins has a history of providing leadership\, consulting\, and program support for many not-for-profit organizations locally and nationally. He currently serves on numerous boards.  He is a certified anti-racism trainer for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).     \nRev. Perkins attended Lincoln University of Missouri\, Harris Stowe State University\, and Eden Theological Seminary\, earning a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies in Science & Social Science\, and a Master of Divinity Degree.  He is a proud life-member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity\, Inc.  He is married to Bridget Perkins\, and is father to Aliyah\, Derrick\, and Andrew.  Born and raised in urban communities plagued by poverty and systemic injustice\, he has taken the mantle of ministry and committed his life to partnering with God’s mission to establish justice for all of  \nGod’s people.  Derrick’s motto for living is “Only what you do for Christ is going to last!”  \n  \nRegister Online
URL:https://www.michigandisciples.org/event/lets-get-real-real-life-real-faith-real-connections-real-men/
LOCATION:Crystal Conference Center\, 2365 South Shore E.\, Frankfort\, MI\, 49635\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men
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SUMMARY:Crystal Jubilee
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URL:https://www.michigandisciples.org/event/crystal-jubilee/
LOCATION:Crystal Conference Center\, 2365 South Shore E.\, Frankfort\, MI\, 49635\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps,General
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SUMMARY:2025 Michigan Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to Healing Mind\, Body\, Soul\, and Spirit—a weekend of renewal\, reflection\, and reconnection for women of all walks of life. This uplifting event will feature inspiring workshops such as yoga and spiritual practices of Lectio Divina and play. It will offer opportunities to connect with your body in ways that nurture your whole being. Enjoy powerful worship\, heartfelt times of fellowship\, and the wisdom of keynote speaker Rev. Nora Shumake. Be part of the fun by bringing gently used books for our book exchange and exploring the beautiful baskets in our silent auction. \n\nCome ready to grow\, give\, and gather in a space where healing happens—inside and out. \nSchedule\n\n\nFriday August 15 \n\n\n\n11 am-3 pm Biking\, Hiking\, Walking\n3-6 pm Arrival/Check in\n6 pm Dinner\n7 pm Sacred Earth\, Sacred Body – worship\n8 pm Session 1 Rev. Nora Shumake\n9 pm Prayer Partner Time – Exchange bags with prayer partner and spend some time getting to know each other\n10 pm Quiet Time (Night Owls in Designated Areas)\n\n\n\nSaturday August 16 \n\n\n\n7 am Rise and Shine\n8 am Breakfast\n8:40 am Morning Praise\n9 am DWM Business Meeting\n9:45 am 15min Break\n10 am Session 2 Rev. Nora Shumake\n12 pm Lunch\n1 pm Workshops/Recreation\n2:30-5:30 pm FREE TIME\n6 pm Dinner\n7 pm Basket Raffle in Dining Hall\n8: pm Games\, Swap Table\n9 pm Evening Gathering Campfire\n10pm Quiet Time (Night Owls in Designated Areas)\n\n\n\nSunday August 17 \n\n\n\n7 am Rise and Shine\n8 am Breakfast/Evaluation\n8:30 am Cabin Cleaning\n9:30 am Worship in Chapel\n11 am Goodbyes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHINGS TO BRING\n\n\nBible\, journal\, pen\, twin size bedding\, pillow\, towel\, wash cloth\, personal items\, walking shoes\, light jacket\, swimsuit\, flashlight\, non-aerosol insect repellent. \n\n\nTote Bags – each individual is ask to bring a tote bag (small cotton with or without a design). What to include in the bag \n\n\nCard or paper with your name\, address including city and zip\, birthday\nBottle of water or a reuseable bottle for water\nTravel tissues\nSome candy\nOther items such as travel hand cream\, sanitizer\, bookmark\, etc.\nEach person will receive an event booklet\, pen\, notebook and prayer card as part of registration.\n\n\nThe tote bags will be exchanged on Friday night with a person randomly selected as your prayer partner and can be used to carry needed items during the event. \n\n\nOFFERINGS\n\n\nCreate a Unique Theme Basket to donate for the Raffle. Money raised will be given to the Scholarship Fund. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase. \n\n\nSunday Morning Offering will be donated to international Disciples Women’s Ministries Foundation. \n\n\nBlessing Boxes will be on tables at all meals. \n\n\n\nRegister Online
URL:https://www.michigandisciples.org/event/2025-michigan-womens-retreat/
LOCATION:Crystal Conference Center\, 2365 South Shore E.\, Frankfort\, MI\, 49635\, United States
CATEGORIES:General,Women
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