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SUMMARY:Power and Privilege 2024
DESCRIPTION:SJ02 Power and Privilege is a social justice learning circle focusing on social analysis\, social location\, individual and systemic power\, and the role of the prophet. It will be an opportunity to explore your own power and privilege and reflect on the relationship between your ministry and the powers-that-be. Register for SJ02 Power and Privilege
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/power-and-privilege-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240212T193000
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SUMMARY:Diaconal Open House for DLMs
DESCRIPTION:As you may know\, Designated Lay Ministers (DLM) in the United Church who have served 5 years are being asked to discern their call to ordered ministry – ordained or diaconal. To assist DLMs with their discernment\, the Centre for Christian Studies is hosting an online open house/conversation on Diaconal Ministry and diaconal calling. \nMonday\, February 12 (4pm Pacific\, 5pm Mountain\, 6pm Central\, 7pm Easter\, 8pm Atlantic). \nThis hour and a half session is hosted by CCS (one of the UCC theological schools specializing in diaconal formation) with involvement from DUCC (Diakonia of the United Church of Canada). It will include an introduction to “diaconal call”\, some myths and misconceptions about Diaconal Ministry\, some information about diaconal community (in the United Church\, in Canada\, and globally)\, and some suggestions of continuing education to deepen one’s understanding and connection to diaconal perspectives. There will be time for questions from DLMs and time for small group conversations with diaconal folks. (This session probably shouldn’t replace sitting down for an extended conversation with a Diaconal Minister about their understanding of diaconal identity\, but it will be a good start to making connections.) \nThis event is free. Click HERE to register.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/diaconal-open-house-for-dlms/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240220T183000
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SUMMARY:Nice Racism?
DESCRIPTION:CCS joins again in celebrating Black History Month. But we cannot celebrate without also lamenting that in their amazing journey of courage\, legacy\, and contribution\, oppression and microaggressions are still happening today. With the celebration\, we join in naming the systemic and mostly inadvertent ways we participate\, despite our good intentions. \nYou are invited to join us on February 20 (5pm Central\, 6pm Eastern\, 4pm Mountain\, 3pm Pacific\, 7pm Atlantic) for an online conversation based on Robin DiAngelo’s book Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm (Beacon Press\, 2021). This is a thought-provoking and challenging book that CCS students wrestled with as part of the recent Power & Privilege learning circle We will introduce some of the key concepts and invite students to share some of their reflections and learnings\, before engaging participants in conversation about their experiences with “nice racism”. \nLamentation without self-examination and systemic examination\, or reflection without a commitment to become allies in addressing and interrupting racism\, will not lead to transformation. We will encourage participants to think about how to continue with mutual commitment and deep analysis. \nThis online event is free. Please register to receive a link.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/nice-racism/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240223T130000
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SUMMARY:February CCS Friday - Harmonious Space
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard about creating “safe space.” Join us for an online conversation about creating “harmonious space” rather than “safe space” and how harmonious space is the condition in which diversity and inclusion truly grow.  Guided by author bell hooks\, who said\, “ Learning takes place in harmonious space” and “Community that allows for risk\, the risk of knowing someone outside your own boundaries is love.”  We will consider harmony and risk a opposed to “safety” as the best environment suitable for diversity. \nOur special guest will be Deaconess Adrainne Gray.  Adrainne was consecrated a Lutheran Diaconal Association (LDA) deaconess and ordained an Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) deacon in 2017.  She is currently the Director for Recruitment for the LDA with a focus on Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion and works remotely from her home in Atlanta\, GA. \nCCS Fridays are free. Please register to receive a zoom link. \nCCS Fridays: Online conversations to help us respond faithfully to emerging issues in local contexts.  These workshops are open to anyone who might be interested. Each session will be on a Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 CT and in the form of a Zoom workshop.  There will be a presentation that will be recorded for future viewing\, plus opportunities to engage with the ideas in small groups.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/february-ccs-friday-harmonious-space/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CCS Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240227T183000
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SUMMARY:Echoes of Resilience
DESCRIPTION:CCS continues in its celebration of Black History Month with “Echoes of Resilience: Celebrating Black Legacies in Church and Society“. \nYou are invited to join us on Tuesday\, February 27 (5pm Central\, 6pm Eastern\, 4pm Mountain\, 3pm Pacific\, 7pm Atlantic). Our special guest will be Franklyn James. Franklyn is a minister at West River United Church in Cornwall\, PEI\, as well as an author\, blogger\, storyteller\, philosopher\, and advocate. \nIn this conversation\, Franklyn will illuminate the indelible impact of Black Canadians on our nation\, religious communities\, and broader societal fabric. This session will journey through the historical pathways carved by Black pioneers\, whose resilience in the face of adversity has significantly shaped the Canadian landscape. We will delve into the stories of iconic figures such as Lincoln Alexander and Viola Desmond\, whose legacies transcend time\, and also spotlight contemporary trailblazers within the United Church of Canada\, like Rev. Wilbur K. Howard and Rev. Michael Blair have continued this legacy of leadership and advocacy. \nOur discussion will extend beyond mere recognition\, aiming to foster a deep\, reflective conversation on the ongoing challenges and triumphs within the Black community. Engaging in this dialogue invites participants to explore the complex dynamics of identity\, community\, and spirituality. This Presentation is not only a tribute to the profound contributions of Black Canadians but also a call to action—urging us to commit to the principles of equity\, empathy\, and solidarity. \nThis event is free. Click HERE for to register. \nRev. Franklyn James\, a native of Kingston\, Jamaica\, and now a distinguished resident of Canada\, is an educator\, pastoral counselor\, and fervent advocate for social justice. With an extensive background in theology and education\, Rev. James has dedicated his career to fostering holistic growth and empowerment. He is a critical thinker who challenges traditional and contemporary rhetoric\, offering insightful perspectives on inclusivity and justice. His literary contributions\, including “Tones of Transition\,” “Shards of Longing\,” “The Little Things We Take for Granted\,” and “The Body in Narrative\,” reflect his commitment to exploring the dark nature of societal issues and commitment to clear and intentional communication. Through his roles in the clergy and his writings\, Rev. James inspires transformation\, dedicating his life to educating\, enlightening\, and empowering others.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/celebrating-black-history-month/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240315T130000
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SUMMARY:March CCS Friday - The Ecology of Faith Formation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, March 15 (noon Central\, 1pm Eastern\, 11am Mountain\, 10am Pacific\, 2pm Atlantic) for an online conversation about the eco-system of faith formation in congregations. Our special guest will be UCC Growth Animator Greg Smith-Young. \nWithin creation\, ecosystems form as different and diverse creatures (living and non-living) interact together. Each part plays a vital role in making the whole. Ecosystems are about interdependence and integration. What can happen when we bring an “ecosystem” way of thinking into the faith formation work of congregations? Join us as we imagine the possibilities. \nGreg Smith-Young (he/him) is a Growth Animator with the United Church of Canada. He serves alongside existing and newly-forming communities of faith in southwest Ontario\, helping them to share in what Jesus is already doing in their places: inviting\, welcoming\, engaging\, forming disciples\, and sending to share in God’s Presence. \nCCS Fridays are free. Please register to receive a zoom link. \nCCS Fridays: Online conversations to help us all to respond faithfully to emerging issues in local contexts.  These workshops are open to anyone who might be interested. Each session will be on a Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 CT and in the form of a Zoom workshop.  There will be a presentation that will be recorded for future viewing\, plus opportunities to engage with the ideas in small groups.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/march-ccs-friday-the-ecology-of-faith-formation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Second Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240319T183000
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SUMMARY:CCS Open House
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about the Centre for Christian Studies? Curious about Diaconal Ministry? Looking for continuing education possibilities? Wanting a different kind of education that brings together community\, self-awareness\, social justice\, and faith-in-action? Come hang hang out with us online for a bit on March 19\, 2024 (5:30-6:30 Central\, 4:30 Mountain\, 3:30 Pacific\, 6:30 Eastern\, 7:30 Atlantic) \nThe Centre for Christian Studies is a national theological school grounded in the tradition of diakonia. We prepare people for ministries in the United Church of Canada and the Anglican Church of Canada\, and offer lifelong learning for anyone who wants to deepen their faith-in-action. \nClick HERE to register for a link.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-open-house/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240403T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240403T200000
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SUMMARY:CCS Annual General Meeting 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our AGM. Wednesday\, April 3\, 2024 at 6pm Central Time via Zoom. \nPlease click [HERE] to register so we know who to expect. \nDocuments\n\nDraft Agenda CCS AGM 2024\n2023 Annual Report\n2023 Year Book\n2024 AGM Worship\n2023 AGM Minutes\n2023 Audited Financial Statements\n2024 Nominations Table for AGM\n\n  \n 
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-annual-general-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414
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SUMMARY:Integration 3 - Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Spring learning circle of the Integration Year.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/integration-3-spring-2024/
LOCATION:Woodsworth House\, 60 Maryland Street\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240417
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SUMMARY:Ages and Stages 2024
DESCRIPTION:EW02 Ages and Stages is an education and worship learning circle focusing on ministry with various age groups\, development theory\, curriculum\, youth ministry\, children’s ministry\, adult education\, ministry with seniors\, and intergenerational ministry. It will be an opportunity to explore Christian education and faith formation for every age. Register for EW02 Ages and Stages
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ages-and-stages-2024/
LOCATION:Woodsworth House\, 60 Maryland Street\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240413T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T191317Z
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SUMMARY:CCS Banquet 2024
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 13 at 5:30pm at St. George’s Anglican (168 Wilton St). Eat\, drink\, be merry! The grads receive their diplomas. We chat with the Companion. Good food and good friends. Tickets at $60. Contact Cheryl at office@ccsonline.ca to book yours today.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-banquet-2024/
LOCATION:St. George’s Crescentwood Anglican Church\, 168 Wilton Street\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
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SUMMARY:Annual Service of Celebration 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 14 at 2:00 at All Saints Anglican (521 Broadway). A celebratory worship service to recognize the graduates and honour the Companion. There will be pins. There will be towels (if you know\, you know). There will be singing. There will be snacks afterwards. This service is free and open to the public. Parking is available across the street at Canada Life (spots that don’t say “reserved 24 hours” or something similar). \nThis service will also be livestreamed.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/annual-service-of-celebration-2024/
LOCATION:All Saints Anglican\, 521 Broadway\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240425
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T010508Z
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SUMMARY:Oppression and Resistance 2024
DESCRIPTION:SJ03 Oppression and Resistance is a social justice learning circle focusing on systems of oppressions (racism\, sexism\, heterosexism\, colonialism\, etc.)\, models of change\, and theologies of resistance (liberation theology\, feminist theology\, queer theology\, etc.). It will be an opportunity to explore the strategies of the marginalized to survive and make change. Register for SJ03 Oppression & Resistance
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/oppression-and-resistance-2024/
LOCATION:Woodsworth House\, 60 Maryland Street\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240530
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T191759Z
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SUMMARY:Relationships 2024
DESCRIPTION:SC03 Relationships is a spiritual care learning circle focusing on intimate and familial relationships\, sexuality and gender\, family systems\, weddings\, covenants\, relationship break-ups\, and the role of minister as support. It will be an opportunity to look at the big picture of what makes up relationships\, and also the small details of how we engage one another. This is an online intensive. Register for SC03 Relationshps
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/relationships-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240611T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20240526T201138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T162136Z
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SUMMARY:Farewell Picnic for Lori Stewart
DESCRIPTION:After ten years as CCS’s Development Coordinator\, Lori Stewart is retiring in June. During her time in the role Lori has been a key part of building and maintaining the CCS community. \nYou are invited to a farewell picnic on Tuesday\, June 11\, at 5:30pm in Assiniboine Park\, Winnipeg. Potluck. If you can\, please bring a lawn chair and some food to share. (There will be cake!) \nUPDATE: Where exactly in Assiniboine Park? Picnic Site #9. See below for a map and directions. If the weather is bad on the 11th we’ll relocate to the CCS offices at 60 Maryland. (RSVP to info@ccsonline.ca and we’ll send you an email with updates. You can also check the CCS website on the 11th.) \nNot in Winnipeg but would still like a chance to wish Lori well and thank her for all her phone calls and emails and cards and letters? We’ve got you covered. Earlier that afternoon (3pm Central Daylight Time\, 2pm Mountain\, 1pm Pacific\, 4pm Eastern\, 5pm Atlantic) we’ll be having a casual online tea. Log in with a cuppa and congratulate Lori on her retirement. Register for a zoom link by clicking HERE. \n\nDirections: Turn Right at the Pavilion; Left at the big P sign; keep right\, past the Duck Pond and the back of the Zoo\, keep going a ways.  Site #9 is the first one on the right. Parking is at the side of the road.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/farewell-picnic-for-lori-stewart/
LOCATION:Assiniboine Park\, Winnipeg
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T151736Z
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SUMMARY:Learning on Purpose 2024
DESCRIPTION:Learning on Purpose: Changing Leadership for a Changing World is the Centre for Christian Studies’ 2-week intensive leadership development module.  It is a practical\, holistic\, hands-on\, learning community experience\, and those who take it come out feeling transformed (in a good way!). Register for Learning on Purpose. \nIn 2024 Learning of Purpose will be held June 17-28 in Montreal\, QC! \nMore information…
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/learning-on-purpose-2024/
LOCATION:Merging Waters Pastoral Charge\, 24 Maple St\, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue\, QC\, H9X 2E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240824
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20240628T190115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T190115Z
UID:19579-1723420800-1724457599@ccsonline.ca
SUMMARY:UCC Admissions Orientation Circle 2024
DESCRIPTION:An online course for ministers coming into the United Church from another denomination.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ucc-admissions-orientation-circle-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240919T203000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the CCS Spiral
DESCRIPTION:An online introductory session on the CCS Spiral model of action-reflection. Useful for anyone who’s never used the Spiral before\, and a handy refresher for those who have. \nThursday\, Sept 19 at 7pm CDT. \nThe “Spiral” is a tool for personal and theological reflection that has been used by generations of Centre for Christian Studies students. Grounded in the liberation pedagogy of Paulo Freire and the work of educational theorists like Solberg\, Kolb\, and Frye\, the CCS Spiral helps users to make meaning of their lives through the lenses of Experience\, Feelings\, Thinking\, and Action. \nThis 90-minute intro is free to attend. Please register for a link.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/introduction-to-the-ccs-spiral/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20240920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20240825T222916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T225556Z
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SUMMARY:September CCS Friday - Art as Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:As bearers of God’s image\, we are each invited to participate in God’s creation. How does creative practice connect to your sense of vocation? Rev. Dawn Léger has been conducting research into how the practice of making art (especially among clergy) is both a connection to and expression of the Spirit within. \nDawn Léger\, is a pastor\, Anglican priest\, spiritual director\, educator\, and a lover of art and artists. Dawn practices contemplative photography and painting from her home in Halifax\, NS. She is always listening for the lessons that artists have to teach us as humans and leaders. She is concerned with clergy well-being\, particularly facing the challenges of 21st century churches. \nCCS Fridays are free. Please register to receive a zoom link. \nCCS Fridays: Online conversations to help us all to respond faithfully to emerging issues in local contexts.  These workshops are open to anyone who might be interested. Each session will be on a Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 CT and in the form of a Zoom workshop.  There will be a presentation that will be recorded for future viewing\, plus opportunities to engage with the ideas in small groups.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/september-ccs-friday-art-as-spiritual-practice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CCS Fridays
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005
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SUMMARY:Integration 1 - 2024
DESCRIPTION:The fall learning circle for students in the Integrating Year of the Diaconal Ministries program
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/integration-1/
LOCATION:Drumheller\, AB\, Drumheller\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20240628T190730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T190730Z
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SUMMARY:Eco-Justice 2024
DESCRIPTION:A social justice learning circle on environmental concerns\, climate change\, water and food security\, population displacement\, and the theology of creation.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/eco-justice-2024/
LOCATION:Centre for Christian Studies\, 60 Maryland St\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3G 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241031
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20240628T191111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T191111Z
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SUMMARY:Culture and Identity 2024
DESCRIPTION:An education and worship learning circle exploring race and culture\, interfaith and ecumenical connections\, and intersectionality.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/culture-and-identity-2024/
LOCATION:Centre for Christian Studies\, 60 Maryland St\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3G 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20240922T175740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T160801Z
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SUMMARY:October CCS Friday - Indigenous-Racialized Youth Scholars Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 25 (noon in Manitoba\, 1pm in Ontario\, 11am in Alberta\, etc.) for an online conversation with Sarah Yang and Ryan Kisi who are members of the United Church’s Indigenous/Racialized Youth Scholars Program. Each participant in the program conducted a research project related to culture\, racialization\, and the church. \nSarah is a first-year university student\, currently studying in Hamilton Ontario. She is of Korean descent but grew up in Manitoba\, attending Teulon and Balmoral United Church. Sarah’s research covers the ways in which Racialized and Indigenous peoples may interact with capitalism and colonialism as embedded into culture and psychological mindsets. \nRyan is a 22-year-old from Zimbabwean heritage living in Edmonton and studying at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. His research is on the impact of racism on society’s perceptions and expectations of Black men in Canada. \nClick HERE to register. \nCCS Fridays: Online conversations to help us all respond faithfully to emerging issues in local contexts.  These workshops are open to anyone who might be interested. Each session will be on a Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 CT and in the form of a Zoom workshop.  There will be a presentation that will be recorded for future viewing\, plus opportunities to engage with the ideas in small groups.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/october-ccs-friday-indigenous-racialized-youth-scholars-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CCS Fridays
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20241026T170658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T170658Z
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SUMMARY:CCS Friday - Shifting Funeral Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, Nov 22 to an online conversation with Michelle Owens about the changing landscape of mourning\, grief\, and funeral practices. Michelle is a United Church diaconal minister\, former Principal of the Centre for Christian Studies\, and currently serving in congregational ministry at White Oaks United in London\, ON. \nClick HERE to register for a zoom link. \nCCS Fridays: Online conversations to help us all respond faithfully to emerging issues in local contexts.  These workshops are open to anyone who might be interested. Each session will be on a Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 CT and in the form of a Zoom workshop.  There will be a presentation that will be recorded for future viewing\, plus opportunities to engage with the ideas in small groups.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-friday-shifting-funeral-practices/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CCS Fridays
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20241113T213809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T213836Z
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SUMMARY:CCS Friday - Christianity in a Crisis-shaped World
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, December 6th (noon Central\, 1pm ET\, 11am MT\, 1oam PT\, 2pm AT) for an online discussion of the shape of a Christian witness in a changing and challenging world. Jesse Zink’s new book Faithful\, Creative\, Hopeful: Fifteen Theses for Christians in a Crisis-Shaped World\, draws on Scripture\, the Christian tradition\, and on-the-ground ministry experience to offer new paths for Christian ministry in a world being reshaped by climate change\, economic inequality\, and human migration. He’ll be joining the CCS community to discuss the ideas in his book and lead discussion on the changing nature of Christian witness. \nRev. Dr. Jesse Zink is the principal of Montreal Diocesan Theological College. You can learn more about the new book on the publisher’s website and read the introduction and first few chapters for free on Google Books. \nClick HERE to register for a zoom link. \nCCS Fridays: Online conversations to help us all respond faithfully to emerging issues in local contexts.  These workshops are open to anyone who might be interested. Each session will be on a Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 CT and in the form of a Zoom workshop.  There will be a presentation that will be recorded for future viewing\, plus opportunities to engage with the ideas in small groups.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-friday-christianity-in-a-crisis-shaped-world/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CCS Fridays
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20240628T191331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T191331Z
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SUMMARY:Ministry as Community-building 2025
DESCRIPTION:An online social justice learning circle on healthy community\, issues of safety and comfort\, advocacy\, congregational systems\, and theology of the reign of God. Tuesdays and Thursdays for six weeks.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ministry-as-community-building-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250109T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20241206T204929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T204929Z
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SUMMARY:Intercultural Leadership for Educational Ministry 2025 begins
DESCRIPTION:A joint course of CCS\, Emmanuel College\, and St. Andrew’s College\, focusing on intercultural leadership and anti-oppressive education practices. Thursday evenings from January 9 to April 10\, 2025. More information…
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/intercultural-leadership-for-educational-ministry-2025-begins/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20250123T164819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T165330Z
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SUMMARY:CCS Friday - Black History Month workshop - From History to Future
DESCRIPTION:The International Decade for People of African Descent was from 2015 through 2024. The UN has extended for second decade\, from 2025 through 2034. Let’s engage with the decade now. \nOn Friday\, Feb. 14 we’ll be hosting a special CCS Friday/interactive online workshop for Black History Month\, in collaboration with Antler River Watershed\, Horseshoe Falls and Western Ontario Waterways Regional Councils of The United Church of Canada. It will be an hour and a half (a bit longer than our usual CCS Friday hour to make space for more discussion and activities)\, starting at noon Central Time (1 Eastern\, 11 Mountain\, etc.). \nFrom History to Future: Fostering Hope for a Second International Decade for People of African Descent\nOur facilitator will be Rev. Thérèse Samuel. Thérèse is an anti-racism education and serves as Minister for Right Relations and Social Justice with ARW\, HF and WOW Regional Councils. (She is also a past CCS student). \nJoin this interactive workshop. Engage with concerns raised in the report on Canada from the first Decade for People of African Descent\, and to consider possible actions for each of us and our churches to participate in forging a new future in the second decade. \nThis workshop is free. Click HERE to register for a link. \nDownload a poster to send to a friend or post at your church…
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-friday-black-history-month-workshop-from-history-to-future/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CCS Fridays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20250124T193129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T193129Z
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SUMMARY:CCS Friday - God and Money
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, Feb 28 (noon Central Time) for an online discussion of Christian stewardship from a justice-oriented perspective. How can churches do fundraising\, budgeting\, investing\, property management\, etc. in ways that are anti-racist\, decolonial\, ecologically responsible and ethically faithful\, and don’t just parrot neoliberal capitalism? Our special guest will be Sheryl Johnson\, author of Serving Money\, Serving God: Aligning Radical Justice\, Christian Practice\, and Church Life. Sheryl is a professor of ethics at Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley\, California and a United Church of Canada/United Church of Christ minister.\n\nCCS Fridays are free. Please register to receive a zoom link. \nCCS Fridays: Online conversations to help us all to respond faithfully to emerging issues in local contexts.  These workshops are open to anyone who might be interested. Each session will be on a Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 CT and in the form of a Zoom workshop.  There will be a presentation that will be recorded for future viewing\, plus opportunities to engage with the ideas in small groups.
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-friday-god-and-money/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CCS Fridays
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T211715
CREATED:20250124T195746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T195714Z
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SUMMARY:CCS Annual General Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our AGM online on Wednesday\, March 12\, 2025 at 5pm Central Time (6pm Eastern\, 4pm Mountain\, etc.). We’ll be discussing the results of our recent strategic planning process\, including recommendations for governance structure\, staffing configuration\, recruitment\, and exploring deeper partnerships. The changes to CCS’s governance structure have been approved by Central Council\, but include by-law changes that will need to be considered and affirmed at the AGM.  The strategic changes to our staffing configuration\, and probably an update on our search processes\, will be discussed as well. \nClick here to register.\nDocuments: (click on a document to download) \n\nAgenda of the 2025 Annual Meeting\nMinutes of 2024 Annual Meeting\nAnnual Report for 2024 UPDATED\n2024 Year Book\nProposed changes to CCS By-laws\n\ncurrent by-laws\ndraft by-laws with proposed changes\n\n\n2025 Nominations Table\nPlanning & Governance Report\nAudited Financial Statements NEW\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ccsonline.ca/event/ccs-annual-general-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="CCS":MAILTO:info@ccsonline.ca
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