Pacifica Synod News & Notes
February 12, 2021
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We share with you the following news, resources, information and event updates taking place within our synod and throughout the ELCA. If you have items or information to share, please email Terri Robertson at terrirobertson@pacificasynod.org. If you know of others who aren't receiving our emails, please share this with them and encourage them to contact us using the above email or sign up here.
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Current Synod News & Resources |
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2021 Pacifica Synod Assembly Updates |
Our 2021 Pacifica Synod Assembly will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2021. This one-day assembly will be held completely online and planning for our time together is currently underway.
As you decide on who your voting members will be, keeping in mind the following:
- Voting members will need to be familiar with computers or tablets (such as iPads), Zoom and able to learn an additional voting program/app.
- Voting members will also need to have access to a smartphone or tablet for voting during the assembly.
- As this will be a one-day assembly on a Saturday, consider electing people whose schedules have prohibited them from attending past assemblies during weekdays.
- Each voting member will need to have their own device. Even if voting members live together, they cannot share one device. Each person needs their own device to vote.
For more information about congregational fees, registration, and current updates, go to the 2021 Synod Assembly page on our synod website. Assembly invoices and voting member allocations have been mailed to each congregation, to the attention of the congregation treasurer. The early registration fee rate of $295 for congregations ends February 28, 2021.
Online registration of ALL voting members will open in early March 2021. Visitors to the Assembly will be able to view a livestream of the event and will not need to register for this online event.
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Are You Feeling Called to be a Leader in the Pacifica Synod?
Nomination Period Closes February 19!
- Do you feel called to do more in Pacifica?
- Do you want to do something new in Pacifica?
- Do you think you could be a leader for change in Pacifica?
- Perhaps you are being called to be a leader in the Pacifica Synod.
The Nominating Committee of the Pacifica Synod invites members of Pacifica Synod congregations to prayerfully consider if God is calling them to serve on Synod Council, the Discipline Committee, or as a Voting Member at the next Churchwide Assembly. Elections to fill these positions will take place at the 2021 Synod Assembly on May 1, 2021.
A complete list of the open positions and descriptions of the duties of
each position may be found here.
Any congregational member in good standing may self-nominate or be nominated to open positions by completing the online nomination form.
Nomination forms for all positions must be received no later than Friday, February 19, 2021. Due to the online nature of the assembly this year, we are unable to accept nominations from the floor. The assembly rules will reflect this change.
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Pacifica Pastors and Deacons
Save the Date - March 11, 2021
"A Time of Theological Reflection"
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Pastors and Deacons of the Pacifica Synod are asked to save the date of Thursday, March 11, from 10:30 – 12:00 noon PST, 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. HST, for “A Time of Theological Reflection.” The theme for the day will be “Post-Pandemic Church: Where is God Leading and How can we Thrive?”
We will share with you articles and podcasts you can listen to or read prior to the gathering. We will gather for presentations on the readings and podcasts, small and large group discussions on what we have learned about church during the pandemic, what learnings will carry us into the future, and how we can deal with the stress of yet another change in the way we worship, study, and serve.
Please plan now to join us. Registration information will available soon.
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#CaliSTRONG High School Youth Event
Saturday, February 20
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Since December, high school youth from Pacifica Synod have joined with youth from both Southwest CA and Sierra Pacific Synods for joint online youth events. As connections are made and excitement is building, the youth have decided to meet twice a month. The next gathering will be on Saturday, February 20 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. (on Zoom).
#CaliSTRONG is a space created for high school youth to engage each other in conversation around social justice issues and hot topics they are passionate about. This space will be peer led with adult supervision and a pastoral care presence. Youth will learn leadership skills to engage in dialogues around race, culture, diversity, equity and inclusion through a biblical lens.
Youth can join these events at ANY time - even if you haven't attended a prior event. Youth MUST sign up for this event by February 20 to receive the Zoom link. Please use this link to do so - https://bit.ly/3iKQcrK
(NOTE: THIS IS A NEW LINK. Please sign up again, even if you joined us for an earlier event.)
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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Roundtable Gathering
Sunday, February 21
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Pacifica Synod's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Workgroup will be hosting another monthly roundtable discussion group, under the leadership of James Tyler. The group will meet next on Sunday, February 21, 2021 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. ALL are invited to join the discussion.
During this time together, members of the group will present on two topics - Racism in our Educational Systems and Injustice Under the Color of Law.
If you would like to participate in this roundtable discussion, please email Terri Robertson at terrirobertson@pacificasynod.org to be sent the Zoom link. If you have suggestions for topics you'd like to hear about (or lead discussion on), please share that information with us using this same email.
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Pacifica Synod AMMPARO Network Meeting
Saturday, February 27
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The ELCA AMMPARO network stands for Accompanying Migrant Minors with Protection, Advocacy, Representation and Opportunities. Information may be found on their webpage at elca.org/ammparo.
Pacifica Synod has an active AMMPARO Network that meets monthly over Zoom. Their next meeting is Saturday, February 27 at 10:00 a.m. There will be some informative guest speakers who will discuss immigration policy changes, including Giovana Oaxaca, Director of Migration Policy at ELCA. All are invited to attend using the info below:
Upcoming Pacifica Synod AMMPARO Online Events
Pacifica Synod AMMPARO Zoom Meeting
Saturday, February 27, 2021 10:00 AM Pacific Time
Meeting ID: 815 7711 0996
Password: AMMPARO
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Coaching for All Seasons:
Storytellers: Learning Through Perspective
Monthly Online Gathering for
Pacifica Synod Rostered & Lay Leaders
Tuesday, March 2, 2021, 11 a.m. to noon PST
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A monthly presentation –
Rev. Bridget Jones is currently the pastor of Bethel Lutheran Church in Superior, Wisconsin where she has served for the past two years. After attending and serving congregations in suburban, rural, and urban contexts in the South, Northeast, and Midwest, Rev. Jones draws on her experiences serving in varied places with a variety of people.
Rev. Jones has a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. While she was called to ministry right after graduation, she uses what she has learned about managing and mitigating risk to guide her preaching and pastoral care in divided congregations throughout a divided country. She received her Master of Divinity from the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago in 2018 after being drawn to the Public Church curriculum. There she learned how to take the church out into the world to work for justice and peace.
We are delight to have Rev. Jones with us this month!
We invite you to join us via Zoom on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 11:00-noon PST. Pre-registration is required to receive the link and may be done so here.
Brought to you by –
Your Pacifica Synod Coaching Team to support Synod leaders during challenging times. Each monthly offering brings a presentation on a current topic and an opportunity to discuss it in a small group facilitated by an ELCA coach.
Pacifica Synod has invested in training coaches to work with rostered and lay leaders one-on-one or in groups. A coach’s role is to support leaders in naming challenging issues and identifying constructive responses to them.
For more information –
Click here to view our Synod Coaching web page for resources as well as previous presentations.
If you would like more information about coaching, please contact Deenna Eley, Pacifica Synod Coaching Coordinator at mikedeenna@gmail.com.
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Growing Young Monthly Conversations
Continue March 9 & 11
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Churches are both shrinking and aging as more young people disengage. Based on research with over 250 of the nation’s leading congregations, Growing Young provides a plan that any church can use to involve and retain young people. Packed with ideas, Growing Young shows ministry leaders how to reach younger generations in a way that breathes life into the WHOLE church and deepen the faith of your young people as well as their connection and sense of belonging in your congregation.
Growing Young isn’t about changing youth ministry,
it’s about changing church culture.
In January 2021, we began hosting monthly, online Zoom conversations, each focusing on one of the six Growing Young Core Commitments. Each of these free sessions will be offered once during the day and once during the evening through the month of June.
While reading the book Growing Young is not a prerequisite of participating in the conversations, reading the chapter that will be discussed is encouraged. The book may be purchased through Fuller Youth Institute, Amazon or your favorite bookseller. For those who use a Kindle, we have FREE download codes for those who would use them. Please contact Terri Robertson at terrirobertson@pacificasynod.org to have a code sent to you by email.
Below are dates and times of each of the remaining sessions. Pre-registration for each session is required to receive the Zoom link to join. Please click here to register. Resources from past sessions may be found on our Growing Young webpage here.
Session Three - Take Jesus' Message Seriously (Chapter 4)
Tuesday, March 9 - 11:00 AM / Thursday, March 11 - 6:30 PM
Session Four - Fuel Warm Relationships (Chapter 5)
Tuesday, April 13 - 11:00 AM / Thursday, April 15 - 6:30 PM
Session Five - Prioritize Young People/Families Everywhere (Chapter 6)
Tuesday, May 11 - 11:00 AM / Thursday, May 13 - 6:30 PM
Session Six - Be the Best Neighbors (Chapter 7)
Tuesday, June 8 - 11:00 AM / Thursday, June 10 - 6:30 PM
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Introducing the Rev. Laurie Line Memorial Scholarship |
The Rev. Laurie Line was ordained in 2001 and spent her entire ordained ministry in the Pacifica Synod. She served several congregations as an interim and others as settled pastor. Pastor Laurie retired in 2016. She died in 2020 from complications of a rare form of dementia.
This new scholarship, created by a generous donation in Pastor Laurie's name, is intended for women seeking ordination as a Rostered Minister of Word and Sacrament. Pastor Laurie knew firsthand of the struggles that women encounter in leadership and was always very encouraging and proud of women who went through seminary. She always cried tears of joy when she saw Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton because she was so proud to have a woman serving as the national leader of the ELCA.
Donations to the Rev. Laurie Line Memorial Scholarship Fund can be made by making checks payable to Pacifica Synod with “Laurie Line Scholarship Fund” in the memo line. You may also donate by going online to PacificaSynod.org and clicking “Donate Online” and selecting the “Rev. Laurie Line Mem Scholarship” from the list.
Scholarship applicants must be a member of a congregation in the Pacifica Synod and attending an ELCA seminary. Again, this scholarship is only for those who identify as women. Full guidelines, along with the application, can be found here. The deadline for applications is June 15 of each year.
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From the ELCA & Other Partners |
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Ready to Share a Smile with Someone Special
This Valentine's Day?
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Give honeybees ($20), a fruit-tree seedling ($10) or a piglet ($30) in honor of your valentine and help someone around the world overcome hunger and poverty. Each gift provides a sustainable source of food, income or both to help a family in need. This Valentine’s Day, you can share the love of Christ far and wide!
Donate now and print or email one of our limited-edition cards to let your valentine know about your sweet gift. Card options are available after checkout.
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Cal Lutheran's Fifty and Better March Lectures
and Spring Session
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Fifty and Better March Lectures
Join FAB for several stimulating 2-hour lectures in March!
Registration opens February 22nd at 9am (PST)
- Jewish (Mostly) Sacred Music Survey with Daniel Newman-Lessler on Saturday, March 6th at 10am (PST)
- Mysteries of the Sistine Chapel - The Hidden Messages of Michelangelo with Christine Maasdam on Thursday, March 11th at 10am (PST)
- Politics on Broadway with Cary Ginell on Wednesday, March 17th at 10am (PST)
- The World of Neuroscience: From Single Neurons to Human Behaviors with Wesley Tierney on Tuesday, March 23 at 10am (PST)
- Can the Golden State Be Made to Shine Again? with Herb Gooch on Monday, March 29 at 10am (PST)
The lectures are $8 each and are open to everyone. Share with your family and friends!
Click here to view lecture descriptions and lecturer biographies.
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Fifty and Better Spring Session
We are excited to announce the courses for our Spring 2021 Session!
Spring Session is April 5-May 20
Registration will open on March 2nd at 9am (PST)
- Art of the Belle Époque with Katherine Zoraster, Mondays 10am-12pm (PST)
- Architecture and Design in the Reign of the 16th-19th Century European Rulers with Eleanor Schrader, Tuesdays 10am-12pm (PST)
- The Beach Boys in the Studio, 1962-72 with Cary Ginell, Wednesdays 10am-12pm (PST)
- Accompanying Seminar, Thursdays 1-2pm (PST)
- The World of Jewish Art and Artists with Christine Maasdam, Thursdays 10am-12pm (PST)
- Authorship and Cinema: Four Directors with David Parsons, Fridays 10am-12pm (PST)
- Something's Fishy: An Introduction to the Study of Fishes with Steve Norris, Fridays 1pm-3pm (PST)
- The American Civil War: History and Meaning with Cliff Wilcox, Saturdays 10am-12pm (PST)
Click here to view course descriptions and faculty biographies.
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Racialized Forgiveness - Dr. Myiha Cherry
Tuesday, February 16
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The Harold Stoner Clark Lecture Series, endowed by the late Mr. Clark and sponsored by the Department of Philosophy at California Lutheran University, was established in 1985.
We couldn’t be more excited that we are hosting Dr. Myisha Cherry, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at University of California, Riverside on Tuesday, February 16 from 11:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. PST for a Zoom webinar titled "Racialized Forgiveness".
Abstract from the speaker:
I shall introduce a concept that I refer to as ‘racialized forgiveness.’ Cases that exemplify certain conditions which I take as paradigmatic of the problem of racialized forgiveness includes instances in which: (a) Who is forgiven and not is determined by the race of the offender; (b) Praise and criticisms of forgiveness are determined by the race of the victim; and (c) Praise and criticisms of forgiveness are, at least implicitly, racially self-serving. I argue that the practice of it is morally objectionable because of its psychological origins, moral failures, and negative effects. Accordingly, in order to dodge these dimensions, I’ll claim we need to practice forgiveness differently.
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Paycheck Protection Program Loans Now Available
Through the ELCA Federal Credit Union
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With partnership and support from the Mission Investment Fund of the ELCA, the ELCA Federal Credit Union (FCU) is now offering the second round of Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loans to congregations and ministries.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, these PPP loans offer much-needed relief by covering a congregation or ministry’s payroll and operating expenses. Congregations and ministries can apply for a first-time PPP loan, and some may be eligible for a second loan. The FCU can assist any eligible ELCA congregation or ministry, even if it received its first PPP loan though a different lender. Borrowers will be able to apply for loan forgiveness following the terms of the loan.
To review eligibility requirements and apply for a PPP loan, please visit the ELCA FCU’s website, www.elcafcu.org/PPP. The ELCA FCU will be accepting loan applications through March 31, 2021, or until funding is exhausted.
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Portico Benefit Services - 2021 Updates |
Benefits Calculators
Looking for the calculators to estimate the cost of benefits? You can now find them by signing in to the newly redesigned EmployerLink website, or on myPortico. They’ve been moved behind sign-in as part of our efforts to make our sites more secure. If you need assistance accessing them, or don’t have myPortico or EmployerLink access, contact the Customer Care Center at 800.352.2876 or your Portico Regional Representative, Andrea Arey at aarey@PorticoBenefits.org.
Health is on the way.
If the holidays or the pandemic have you tipping the scales a little more these days, ELCA-Primary health plan members can utilize Omada, a free innovative digital program designed to help create modest changes that promote weight loss and help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Omada’s specialized care programs offer eligible members individualized support to stay on track and maintain healthy habits. Learn more about Omada on myPortico.
Getting started on your taxes early?
The Richard R. Hammar Clergy Tax Guide and the Federal Reporting Guide for Churches are both available on myPortico at no cost to you.
Live Well, one small step at a time.
The tiniest things can combine to make a significant difference. This year, Portico invites you to check out 2021 Live Well. We’ll guide you through activities that might seem simple, but can get you on the path to feeling stronger, balanced, and more resilient. Featured this month: 3 ingredients for a healthy breakfast, tracking how much you spend on food, and how to savor your meals mindfully.
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ELCA & Other Partners
News & Ministry Links
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ELCA World Hunger "Go & Do News" - Jan 2021
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Youth and Family Coordinator
St. Paul Lutheran, Fullerton
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St Paul Lutheran Church (SPLC) in Fullerton is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and energetic individual for a position leading our Youth and Family Ministries. The Youth and Family Coordinator (YFC) will be responsible for designing programs that engage, guide and mobilize the gifts of others to develop multi-faceted programming that includes spiritual formation, education, mission, service, fun and outreach. This position will require flexible hours including Sunday morning worship, weeknights, weekends, and potentially full weeks for retreat/mission trips.
Candidates will have a heart for youth, a passion for Christ, a faith perspective in agreement with the teachings of the ELCA Lutheran Church that includes both a personal and social understanding of faith, an awareness of the struggles and faith questions of modern youth and young adults, and create a safe space of inclusion and diversity.
A complete position description may be found here. In addition, those interested are asked to complete and submit this application.
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Webinars and Other Events |
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Being Church
Weekly Online Gathering for ELCA Leaders
Wednesday, February 17 at 11:00 a.m. PST
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You are invited to join this weekly gathering designed to provide encouragement and support for ELCA leaders across the church. Participants will hear topical presentations related to how we are called to be Church in times of crisis, as well as an opportunity to be in small group discussions with an ELCA group coach facilitating the conversation. All of this is designed to help us process our feelings in this strange and fearful time and to create a space where we can each name our next most faithful step forward in our unique context. You are welcome to share this invitation with any other ELCA leader, rostered or lay. #ELCAChurchTogether
Our February 17 gathering will be on
Growing Young: Warm Relationships with Rachel Alley and others
We understand a number of folks are unable to make this day and time each week. We record the main session and debrief time and share each recording with supporting documents here, typically by the following week: https://www.elcacoaching.org/podcasts/media.
Below is the link for each Wednesday's Zoom meeting. For a list of upcoming topics and recordings of prior meetings, go to https://www.elcacoaching.org/.
ELCA Coaching is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Being Church - Weekly Gathering for ELCA Leaders
Time: February 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. PST
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Meeting ID: 180 439 412
Password: 648160
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Lutheran Retreats, Camps & Conferences
Virtual Winter Retreat & Live Zoom Celebration
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Join the LRCC crew for a Virtual Winter Retreat!
While it is still unsafe for us to gather at El Camino Pines & Luther Glen Farm, we are bringing camp to you! Broken up into weekly episodes for you to enjoy with your family or youth group, three video workshops will explore the different aspects of our theme verse Romans 12:12.
-Joyful in Hope
-Patient in Affliction
-Faithful in Prayer
Each video workshop will be led by a different LRCC staff member and released here and on Facebook.
Workshops will be released on three consecutive Fridays starting with February 5th.
Each video is catered to children and adults of all ages. Experience them with your church or family. You can download each workshop here and use them for your virtual Sunday School or youth group.
Join the LRCC staff and the greater camp community on
Saturday February 27th at 3pm for a Live Zoom Celebration!
We will gather to sing your favorite camp songs, share the message of our virtual winter retreat theme, STILL STANDING, and have the opportunity to reconnect!
Click below to sign up to join the fun!
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An Hour of Grief Tending
First Saturdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. PST
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An Hour of Grief Tending
First Saturdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. PST
(This is a recurring meeting, online via Zoom)
Presenters - Terry LePage and Lynne Prechel
Registration Link:
Grief is the body's natural response to what we've loved and lost. Death, global and national crisis, trauma, climate change, and more can bring suffering. We lose our way when we avoid dealing with our grief.
When we grieve in a safe community environment, we find ourselves supported by others who suffer as we do. Grieving alone in private, while considered appropriate by our society, cuts us off from the arms of the community who grieve with us.
In the group, you can choose to participate in any or none of the activities. We are here to walk with you, offer love and support, share your sorrows, and extend empathy. Come and join our community - one time or many times. You are welcome here.
Terry LePage creates spaces for connection, healing, insight, and inspiration. With a PhD in chemistry and a Masters of Divinity, she combines heart and head in teaching and facilitation. She has worked as a transitional minister and hospice chaplain. She lives
in Southern California and is currently working for worker and immigrant rights and leading groups for Nonviolent Communication, Way of Council, Grief Gratitude and Courage (for grief in addition to personal bereavement), and Staying Awake
(to racism and injustice). She finds inspiration in the wild lands of coastal California and in her native garden.
Lynne Prechel is a spiritual director, retreat leader, spiritual formation teacher, and Deacon in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. She works with people in 12-step programs, the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants, those facing death, and all those who
grieve losses. The earth is her home and she relishes time outdoors in communion with God.
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LSS Southern California Estate Planning Series
Continues March 17, 2021
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LSS is offering a no-cost comprehensive Estate Planning seminar to our network of donors and partners. This five-session series begins December 16, 2020 and will continue once monthly through April 2021.
This is an opportunity for you to take a serious look at your financial portfolio, preparing for unexpected costly situations ahead, providing for your loved ones who will survive you, and making certain your legacy of giving is honored through gifts to the charities you have supported across the years.
Joshua Anderson, an Estate Planning Attorney and Partner with McIntire Anderson, and Lisa Higginbotham, our local ELCA Regional Gift Planner will lead each of these sessions.
The dates of each session are below. Each gathering is from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. PST.
March 17 - Love is Eternal...Community Property Isn't
April 14th - You're Set...What's Next?
For a downloadable PDF flyer to share with others, click here.
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Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago Presents |
Michael Spezio will present "Humility as Inclusive Empathy: Theory of Mind and Imaginaries of the True Self" Friday, February 19, at 2 p.m., Pacific time. He will talk about empathy, theories about what it is and how our research with L'Arche and Homeboy Industries approaches those theories, and the implications for our understandings of self and other. This free Zoom webinar is hosted by the Center for Advanced Studies in Religion and Science (CASIRAS) and the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC). Register by completing this form to receive the link on February 19.
“CASIRAS is using these webinars to engage further in the advanced science-religion dialogue that is at our core," said CASIRAS President Gayle Woloschak. "We look forward to Dr. Spezio's presentation as he has been a provocative thinker in the field and has published his work in the Zygon Journal over the years."
Spezio is associate professor of psychology, neuroscience, and data science at Scripps College in Claremont, CA. He directs the Laboratory for Inquiry into Valuation and Emotion (the LIVE Lab) and his research focuses on emotion as the cognition and consciousness of valuational representations of self and others in decision making. His work has an interactionist perspective that takes relationality as the central category for understanding the human mind and brain, especially in the connection of valuation, empathy, theory of mind, and ethical formation for virtuous autonomy. The LIVE Lab uses mixed methods including long-form interviews, computational linguistics, cognitive computational modeling of choice, fMRI, and EEG.
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Lombard Mennonite Peace Center Training Events |
The next available sessions for our most popular workshops are Healthy Congregations (Feb. 18), Mediation Skills Training Institute for Church Leaders (March 1-5), and Leadership and Anxiety in the Church (March 10).
Beneficial for clergy and laypersons alike, these training events help participants deal more effectively with unresolved conflict that threatens the fellowship and mission of their church. A significant discount is available for groups of four or more (excluding the 5-day Mediation Skills Training Institute).
Online registration is now available directly on Lombard Mennonite Peace Center's website at https://lmpeacecenter.org/ticketspice/. Take advantage of this opportunity for spiritual and professional growth and register today! For more information, please consult the attached brochures or contact the office of the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center at Admin@LMPeaceCenter.org or 630-627-0507.
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Stephen Ministry Interactive Online
Bridge Leader's Training Course
Synod Lay Leader Scholarships Available!
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Are you looking to begin Stephen Ministry or to train additional Stephen Leaders for your Stephen Ministry? The Stephen Ministries organization is offering a new way to equip Stephen Ministry leaders during this time, when it isn’t possible to attend an in-person Leader’s Training Course.
The Bridge Leader’s Training Course (BLTC) is an interactive online training experience to equip laypeople, pastors, and other church staff as “Stephen Leaders,” the ones who lead Stephen Ministry in your congregation. Participants meet over Zoom in cohorts of 20 people with two experienced trainers from Stephen Ministries for highly personalized training. During ten 2½-hour sessions over the course of five or ten weeks, trainees learn through presentations, discussions, videos, breakout activities, Q&A times, and more, gaining the knowledge and tools they need to lead Stephen Ministry in their church.
Pacifica Synod congregations - the Synod offers training scholarships for congregational lay leaders attending these courses. Click here to download an application to learn more.
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Enriching Spirituality in Older Adulthood
"Living Life Fully"
Thursday, February 18
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ALOA's monthly webinars offer a presentation on a single topic by an expert in older adult ministry. They're free and last about an hour. The next webinar, entitled "Living Life Fully" will be held on Thursday, February 18 at 10:00 a.m. PST.
As you enter or are already into retirement, how do you serve.....yourself? Your family? Your church? Your community?
In the first in a series of presentations, Deaconess and RN Penny Cedel will share information geared to help you understand your gifts & talents and how they can be utilized best, plan for the complicated or emotionally heavy decisions you need to make as a gift to your family and be sure your wishes are carried out. The key is to plan and express your wishes now while you are healthy, rather than have determinations made by someone who might not have your roadmap.
There is homework, so be ready to do some thinking, planning and organizing.
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We Remember in Our Prayers |
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We ask that you hold the following people in your thoughts and prayers:
- The family and friends of Pastor Lawrence Roller.
- Our nation and its leaders.
- Those affected with the COVID-19 virus and those who have lost loved ones
- Our healthcare providers, first responders, essential workers and all who continue to serve so that others can remain safely at home
In our synod e-newsletter, prayer requests may be shared for our synod's rostered ministers, spouses, key lay leaders and congregations.
Prayer requests included are subject to the following guidelines:
- Only the names of those to be prayed for will be included in our communications. Additional information (with permission) may be shared with the bishop or synod staff, but will not be publicized.
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Those being prayed for must have provided the requester with explicit permission for their names to be shared with the synod.
- Names will remain in the synod communications for one month, unless we are notified by the Conference Prayer Coordinator to extend the request.
- Prayers MUST be added through your Conference Prayer Coordinator, who will submit the prayers to the synod office for distribution.
The following people are serving as your Conference Prayer Coordinators:
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Pacifica Synod - ELCA
Lutheran Center for Mission & Learning
1801 Park Court Place, Bldg. C, Santa Ana, CA 92701
714.692.2791
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