We at ACPE watched in horror and grief at the attacks in Israel on Simchat Torah this weekend. Our hearts go out to all who have been touched by this most recent wave of violence. Our prayers are with the innocent civilians, families, and communities impacted by this war. We pray for their safety, well-being, and the restoration of peace in the region. May the leaders and decision-makers involved be guided by wisdom, compassion, and a genuine commitment to finding peaceful resolution. Let us join together in prayer, fostering understanding and unite as we hope for a future where peace prevails in Israel and the Middle East. | |
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When asked to reflect upon Indigenous People’s Day, previously known as Columbus Day, I approached the subject with caution. While many often mistake me for a Native American due to my high cheekbones and almond-shaped eyes, my heritage is rooted in Mexico. I am a proud blend of Mexico's diverse lineages, both culturally and genetically, reflecting a mix of Indigenous and European influences.
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The ACPE LGBTQI Community of Practice is hosting a retreat for CoP members in Atlanta November 10-12, just before the leadership meetings. ACPE members who identify as LGBTQI are welcome to join, even if you have not attended a CoP meeting before. The meeting will begin Friday night with dinner and continue with sessions Saturday morning (playful learning together) and Saturday afternoon with our speaker, Dr. Pamela Ayo Yetunde (more on that below). We’ll wrap up Sunday morning with breakfast and a closing time of remembrance and celebration.
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This year’s conference will once again showcase the wisdom of our members and highlight the inspirational and innovative education that our educators, psychotherapists, practitioners, spiritual care professionals and programs offer.
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Deadline is October 13, 2023
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Each year when autumn rolls around, I reach for Parker Palmer’s “The Paradox of Fall.” Living in the northern US, there is a chill in the air that speaks of changes coming. Fall stirs my soul. Parker reflects:
Autumn is a season of great beauty, but it is also a season of decline: the days grow shorter, the light is suffused, and summer’s abundance...Read more
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ACPE Announces Address Change to New Office Location
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ACPE will now be operating from the following address:
ACPE, Inc.
1 Concourse Pkwy, Suite 800
Atlanta, GA 30328
We request that members, vendors, and partners update their records by , with the new address to ensure seamless communication and deliveries.
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We invite all ACPE Certified Educators working with Certified Educator Candidates to join us for informal consultations and conversations via Zoom. The drop-in meeting (no RSVP required) will take place on the first and third Mondays of the month, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm ET. Read more | |
- No news to announce this week.
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Other Educational Opportunities | |
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New articles for Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling are available online.
View online
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Dr. Julie Smith Yliniemi
November 11, 2023 12:00-1:30pm EST
via Zoom
November 10, 2023, 12pm - 1:30pm
Academy for Clinical Pastoral Training
Depth Psychology Supervision Group
October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 2023
Research Study of Chaplains and Spiritual Care Providers
Whose Careers Have Spanned Two Generation-Defining
Pandemics: HIV/AIDS & COVID-19
Upcoming Community of Practice Events:
Bowen Family Systems: Thinking on Student Learning and Development
Webinar, October 13, 2023 9:30 AM ET
Everyone is welcome, Register Here!
North Central Community of Practice Fall Gathering
Join us in Wisconsin Dells, October 21 – 23, 2023
Plenary Speaker & Special Guest:
RUSSELL SILER JONES, ThD, LCMHCS
"Spiritual Capacity: What It Is, Why It Matters, How to Work with It"
Register Here to Attend or Join Us Virtually
Registration Opening Soon! Watch your inbox for more information:
East Central Community of Practice, October 22 -24, 2023
Pacific Community of Practice, October 23 – 25, 2023
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice, October 29 – 30, 2023
Atlanta Interstate & Florida Consortium Joint Event November 5 – 7, 2023
Eastern Area Community of Practice, November 6 – 7, 2023
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ACPE: The Standard for Spiritual Care & Education | |
ACPE is the standard for spiritual care and education. Our diverse membership includes Certified CPE Educators, Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapists, Spiritual Care Professionals and Practitioners, Pastoral Counselors, Chaplains, Faith Communities, and Seminaries. Our multi-disciplinary, multi-faith, multi-racial community of professionals provides education, connection, and formation through continuing education, networking, and leadership development.
ACPE is the premier, Department of Education recognized, organization that provides the highest quality CPE programs for spiritual care professionals of any faith and in any setting. We do this through a rigorous accreditation and certification process for centers and educators that provide CPE.
The depth of our training enables students to realize their full potential to strengthen the spiritual health of people in their care as well as themselves.
ACPE members are actively engaged in a wide variety of professional development activities including communities of practice, conferences, spiritual care research, and informal networking. We are more than just an association: we are a movement committed to the transformation of the human suffering.Our opportunities for formation and community enrich our member's work of healing and transforming people and communities in the US and across the globe.
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