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SUMMARY:2023 Legislative Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to policy advocacy or have been engaged in this work for years\, the Council’s Legislative Seminar offers a chance to learn about the important discussions during this 2023 General Assembly session. By refracting policy through the lens of faith\, we can frame a different conversation that leads to meaningful change together. \nThe Legislative Seminar is designed to inform people in the Council’s network about crucial issues on the General Assembly’s agenda and\, more broadly\, about North Carolina’s significant public policy changes. Held biennially when the General Assembly holds its “long session\,” the Seminar offers people of faith the factual tools they need to faithfully consider the policy matters that affect our lives and the lives of our neighbors. \nClick here to register.\nThank you to our sponsor: \nPastors for North Carolina Children \nWorkshop Session One\n\n\nReproductive Justice & Abortion Policy in NC by Rev. Dr. Rebecca Todd Peters\, Professor at Elon University \nThis session will review the state of abortion access in the US since the Dobbs decision and the fall of Roe with particular attention to abortion policy in North Carolina. Participants will examine how the frame of Reproductive Justice (RJ) can be used in congregations to educate and empower people to advocate for the health\, safety\, and well-being of women\, children\, and families in North Carolina. \nBringing the Parable of the Good Samaritan to Life: Improving Drug Policy in North Carolina by Randy Abbott\, Roxanne Saucier\, Jordan Scott; Expand Good Samaritan Coalition \nJordan\, Randy\, and Roxanne will discuss developments at the legislature related to drug policy in North Carolina. This year our nation and our state have seen a record number of drug overdose deaths. Twice as many people now die in the United States from overdose than died at the peak of the AIDS crisis. In recent years many have declared that “we cannot arrest our way out of this problem.” Yet\, at the very same time that overdose death rates amongst Black and Indigenous people have overtaken rates among white people\, we are seeing a return to punitive approaches to deal with this health issue. \nThis legislative session has been a mixed bag when it comes to drug policy. On the positive side\, there are proposals for money flowing into North Carolina from the Federal government and from opioid settlements to be used for health and harm reduction approaches to drug use. Our coalition has championed long-needed changes to expand the state’s Good Samaritan law\, to better protect those who call for help in overdose emergencies. On the negative side\, laws are advancing to increase penalties for drugs and to make it easier to charge those who share drugs with murder when an overdose death occurs. \nWe’ll discuss the latest policy developments and share talking points about the way forward for compassionate drug policy in our state. \n\n\nAnswer the Call: Stand Against Anti-Immigrant Legislation by Edgar Vergara Millán\, Iglesia La Semilla \nThis workshop will explore the history of anti-immigrant legislation in North Carolina and take a close look at its most recent effort: NC House Bill 10. The workshop will invite participants to look at the issue from a biblical/theological lens and will provide an opportunity to hear from community members who are directly affected by this type of legislation. \nOur Dollars\, Our Future: Updates on the State Budget Process & Ways to Engage Year Round by Alexandra Sirota\, Suzy Khachaturyan; NC Budget & Tax Center \nThe NC Budget & Tax Center will share an update on where we are in the biennial budget process\, how the decisions made to date are impacting our ability to meet people’s priorities and identify ways we can organize to ensure future budgets fund the services and programs our state needs so every North Carolinian – from Boone to Wilmington and all parts between – has what they need to thrive. \n\n\nPreventing Gun Violence in North Carolina: Advocating for Programs and Policies that Work by Sara Smith\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence \nAttendees will learn about the problem of gun violence in North Carolina; evidence-based program and policy solutions; and how to advocate for these solutions at the local\, state\, and federal levels. \n\n\nWorkshop Session Two\nReproductive Justice & Abortion Policy in NC by Rev. Dr. Rebecca Todd Peters\, Professor at Elon University \nThis session will review the state of abortion access in the US since the Dobbs decision and the fall of Roe with particular attention to abortion policy in North Carolina. Participants will examine how the frame of Reproductive Justice (RJ) can be used in congregations to educate and empower people to advocate for the health\, safety\, and well-being of women\, children\, and families in North Carolina. \n\n\nThe State of LGBTQ+ North Carolina by Artie Hartsell\, Equality NC \nNorth Carolina legislators are using attacks on LGBTQ+ youth – especially trans youth – and their families as campaign fodder\, but the legislation they are proposing has a serious impact on all of us. In this workshop\, we will talk about the current legislative session and what you can do. \n\n\nVoting Rights by Bob Phillips\, Common Cause NC \nIn this workshop\, we will explore the current state of voting rights in North Carolina and the legislation being discussed at the North Carolina General Assembly that could impact those rights. We will dive into the current debates surrounding early voting access and restrictions on mail-in voting\, and we will discuss recent NC Supreme Court rulings impacting the rights of voters and the implications that come with it. Participants will learn about the potential consequences of these changes\, including the impact on marginalized communities and the potential for voter suppression. \nFamily Friendly Workplace Policies and Other Workplace Legislation by Clermont Ripley\, North Carolina Justice Center \nThis workshop will cover the various bills introduced in 2023 which would expand access for workers to paid leave\, paid sick days\, higher wages\, and other proposals that would strengthen the economic security of working families. It will also touch on legislation that would restrict workers’ rights and discuss the potential for any of these bills to reach Governor Cooper’s desk. \n\n\nA Faithful Call to Climate Action by Susannah Tuttle\, NC Council of Churches & Ryke Longest\, Duke University School of Law \nThe NC Council of Churches formally intervened in the NC Utility Commission’s docket on the NC Carbon Plan with legal representation by Ryke Longest. This workshop will discuss how the NC Carbon Plan was established through legislation\, where we are now in the process of developing the state’s plan\, and why community stakeholder engagement is critical to the success of protecting the people and places that we love. We will offer ways to get involved in environmental and climate justice issues as we work together to create a hope-filled\, equitable future for all.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2023-legislative-seminar/
LOCATION:North Raleigh United Methodist Church\, 8501 Honeycutt Road\, Raleigh\, 27615
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:2021 Legislative Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to policy advocacy or have been engaged in this work for years\, the Council’s Legislative Seminar offers a chance to learn about the important discussions during this 2021 General Assembly session. By refracting policy through the lens of faith\, we can frame a different conversation that leads to meaningful change together. \nThe Seminar will be virtual this year with two workshops each day at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. lasting for one hour each. \nClick here to register.\nOur tentative schedule will be as follows: \n\nMonday\, April 26\, 11 a.m.: Opening worship with a sermon by Bishop Valerie Melvin\, Council Governing Board member and Regional Minister\, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)\, with presentation of Faith Active in Public Life Award to Secretary Michael Regan\, native of N.C. and recently confirmed as the leader of the Environmental Protection Agency.\nMonday\, April 26\, 1 p.m.: Eco-Justice and Energy Policy in NC led Senator DeAndrea Salvador & Policy Manager of Clean Air Carolina\, Joel Porter\nTuesday\, April 27\, 11 a.m.: Current Landscape of Gun Laws led by Sara Smith\, Statewide Community Organizer of North Carolinians Against Gun Violence\nTuesday\, April 27\, 1 p.m.: Current Immigration Legislation led by David Fraccaro\, Executive Director of FaithAction International House\nWednesday\, April 28\, 11 a.m.: NC Drug Policy and How it Affects the Overdose Crisis led by Michelle Mathis\, Executive Director of Olive Branch Ministry\nWednesday\, April 28\, 1 p.m.: Voting Rights: The Struggle Continues led by the Rev. Dr. Jonathan (“Jay”) Augustine\, Of Counsel and member of the Voting Rights team\, Southern Coalition for Social Justice\, and Senior Pastor\, St. Joseph AME Church\, Durham\nThursday\, April 29\, 11 a.m.: Tax & Budget/Finance Reform led by Suzy Khachaturyan\, Policy Analyst of the Budget & Tax Center (a project of the NC Justice Center)\, and Heba Atwa. Policy Advocate of the Budget & Tax Center\nThursday\, April 29\, 1 p.m.: Healthcare Policy led by Rebecca Cerese\, Health Engagement Coordinator at the NC Justice Center\nFriday\, April 30\, 11 a.m.: Current State of Public Education led by Bryan Proffitt\, Vice President of North Carolina Association of Educators\nFriday\, April 30\, 1 p.m.: Working for a Living Wage led by Tim Conder\, Durham CAN (Congregations\, Associations\, and Neighborhoods)\n\nThanks to our sponsors:\nNorth Carolina Justice Center\nTotal Engagement Consulting by Kimer \n\nWe currently have several sponsorship options available. They range from $100 to $1\,000 and offer significant exposure to those who are concerned with upcoming policies that will be in front of the General Assembly. For complete information\, email info@ncchurches.org. 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2021-legislative-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T190000
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SUMMARY:Faith Communities Supporting Democracy
DESCRIPTION:The N.C. Council of Churches in partnership with Triangle Interfaith Alliance (TIA) and the Methodist Federation for Social Action (MFSA-NCC) invite you to join us for the 2021 Triangle Interfaith Alliance Annual Meeting: Faith Communities Supporting Democracy. \nClick here to register. \nThe evening will begin with an introduction to the work of the N.C. Council of Churches\, TIA\, and MFSA-NCC\, and ways you can engage in this work. Following this introduction will be a keynote address delivered by the Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Spearman\, former President of the N.C. Council of Churches Governing Board and current President of the N.C. NAACP. \nCome together with fellow people of faith and learn how to mobilize\, advocate\, and stand-up for positive social change. Please register below and share with your networks. \n\nThe Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Spearman is the former President of the N.C. Council of Churches Governing Board and current President of the N.C. NAACP. Dr. Spearman is an ordained minister with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church denomination (A.M.E. Zion). He has worked extensively in leadership of the denomination in North Carolina on many levels since 1997\, and has been the pastor of St. Philip AME  Zion Church in Greensboro\, N.C since 2014. Prior to his pastoral career\, Dr. Spearman worked in correctional institutions\, hospitals\, colleges\, and community based programs as a substance abuse counselor. Dr. Spearman has been a courageous and controversial servant in the NC NAACP in the Historic Thousands on Jones Street Movement (HKonJ)\, and the Moral Monday Movement. In 2011\, he was named the NC NAACP Minister of the Year. He served as the Third Vice President of the NC NAACP from 2011 – 2017\, and was elected president in October 2017. \n(**Please note that the background photo used in this flyer was taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. All of our in-person events are suspended until further notice.)
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/faith-communities-supporting-democracy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T203000
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Jack Crum Conference: Voices on Health Care NC 2020
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 12th Annual Jack Crum Conference on Prophetic Ministry. This year’s conference will focus on the voices that represent health care in North Carolina. Over the course of the conference\, participants can expect to hear from policy experts\, faith leaders\, and impacted individuals. \nDue to COVID-19\, the conference will take place virtually in the evening from 7-8:30 p.m. on 3 separate dates. Please click on the dates below to learn more and register: \n\nWednesday\, October 7: Health Care\, the Bible\, Christian Tradition\, and Current Perspectives\nWednesday\, October 14: Our Healthcare Crisis and its Impact on Diverse Populations\nWednesday\, October 21: The Cost and Economic Impact of Our Current Health Crisis \n\nFor more information\, visit the Methodist Federation for Social Action North Carolina Conference’s website here. 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/12th-annual-jack-crum-conference-voices-on-health-care-nc-2020/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T193000
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SUMMARY:Building a Bridge: Community & Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Join us and the Apex\, Cary\, Holly Springs\, Garner\, Knightdale\, Morrisville\, Raleigh\, and State Capitol Police Departments\, and NC Highway Patrol for evening of information and conversation. This event will be moderated by Jessica Holmes\, District 3\, Wake County Commissioner. \nThis event will take place online via Zoom. Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84638664530. \nIf you have any questions\, please email raleighapexnaacp@gmail.com. \n(This is part one of a two part series. For more information on part two\, click here.) \nCo-sponsors: Raleigh-Apex NAACP\, MomsRising\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence\, Public Schools First NC\, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America\, Action NC\, Giffords\, Durham Racial Equity Task Force
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/building-a-bridge-community-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200725T093000
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SUMMARY:When Women Gather: Uniting for Positive Change
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment which granted many women in the US the right to vote. However\, 1920 was not the end of the fight for suffrage for many\, including women of color and Native American women. In fact\, women of color were marginalized in the women’s suffrage movement that led to the ratification of the 19th Amendment. \nPanelists will discuss the history of racism within women’s movements and the importance of acknowledging and reconciling history to build supportive relationships in the future. This 100-year anniversary is an opportunity for greater accountability as well as a chance to create a stronger\, more inclusive voice for all women. \nThis event is free\, but you must register to receive call-in details. Click here for more event details and to register\, and click here to share this event on Facebook.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/when-women-gather-uniting-for-positive-change/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190715
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SUMMARY:Wild Goose Festival 2019
DESCRIPTION:The Wild Goose Festival is a 4-day art\, music\, and story-driven transformational experience grounded in faith-inspired social justice. Come to not only learn from incredible speakers\, but also to engage in robust and respectful conversation with thought leaders\, writers\, dreamers\, artists\, visionaries\, and social justice activists. The 2019 collection of co-creaters includes Nadia Bolz-Weber\, Diana Butler-Bass\, Mickey Scottbey Jones\, and Barbara Brown Taylor. \nLooking for a summer weekend event for your youth group? Wild Goose has special event pricing to make attendance as accessible as possible for youth groups. Located in the middle of this festival of co-creation\, faith\, and spiritually fueled fellowship is a youth tent that will provide programming on subjects that matter to teens. Few other events speak so much to the passions of teenagers in the church with open conversations about gender identity\, active collaboration on faith inspired justice work\, and authentic open dialogue on the topics that matter to them most. Click here for more information about the Wild Goose for youth. \nClick here to purchase your tickets.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/wild-goose-festival-2019/
LOCATION:Hot Springs Campgrounds\, Hot Springs\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T160000
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SUMMARY:Liberating Theologies Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The Liberating Theologies conference is a one-day experience exploring varying theologies with an emphasis on liberation and inclusion for the oppressed and marginalized. This event is for you if you are interested in making a significant contribution to culture-shift in the South. We are deeply invested in moving the state towards being a place where LGBTQ people are affirmed and celebrated. The Liberating Theologies Speaker Series is an opportunity for people to question religious narratives and ideas that have been used to oppress people and to explore perspectives that affirm the dignity and humanity of all people. Join us to reawaken the activist in your and become equipped with perspectives that have the power to change minds\, hearts\, and policies. \nFeatured speakers: \n\nThe Rev. Dr. Keri Day will be speaking on The Future of Theology. Day is an Associate Professor of Constructive Theology and African American Religion at Princeton Theological Seminary in Princeton\, NJ. Her teaching and research interests are in womanist/feminist theologies\, social critical theory\, cultural studies\, economics\, and Afro-Pentecostalism. In 2017\, she was recognized by ABC News as one of six black women at the center of gravity in theological education in America.\nJohn Boopalan will be speaking on Dismantling Oppressive Theologies. Boopalan is a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Episcopal Divinity School in Cambridge\, MA. His recently published essays include “Afterword: Justice Amidst Violence: Missed and Available Opportunities” in Mirage: A Sri Lankan Dalit Novel (2016) and “Doing Constructive Theology with B. R. Ambedkar: Where Theology and Ethics Kiss” in Bangalore Theological Forum (2016).\nThe Rev. Dr. Pamela Lightsey will be speaking on Womanist Theology. Lightsey is the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs\, Associate Professor of Constructive Theology at Meadville Lombard Theological Seminary. Following service in the US Army and work as a civil servant\, she received her academic and theological training at Columbus State University (BS)\, Gammon Seminary of the Interdenominational Theological Center (M.Div.) and Garrett-Evangelical Theological School (Ph.D.). Throughout her vocational life\, she has been a leading social justice activist\, working with local\, national and international organizations focusing primarily on the causes of peacemaking\, racial justice\, and LGBTQ rights.\nThere will be a panel discussion following the speaker’s presentations. Bishop Tonyia M. Rawls\, The Freedom Center for Social Justice’s Founder and Executive Director\, will moderate the conversation.\n\nClick here to register!
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/liberating-theologies-speaker-series-3/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Drive\, Charlotte\, 28215
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190501T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190502T153000
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SUMMARY:Justice Gathering for Food and Faith Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Do you live or work in Charlotte or a nearby county? Do you know someone doing food justice work who does? Following on the 2019 Come to the Table Conference at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church\, we are pleased to open registration for a smaller two-day gathering for faith and community leaders in or near Charlotte who are engaged in food justice work. \nThe Justice Gathering for Food & Faith Leaders will bring together 30-40 people Wednesday & Thursday\, May 1-2 to deepen our understanding of equity as it relates to food justice\, build relationships that will support and sustain our work\, and envision how we can implement our personal and collective wisdom moving forward. Throughout the gathering\, in the midst of challenging conversations\, we will strive to create a space for healing. Click here for more details\, an event schedule\, and to register! \nRegistration is limited and closes April 17th. Scholarships are available – contact margaret@rafiusa.org.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/justice-gathering-for-food-and-faith-leaders/
LOCATION:Friendship Missionary Baptist Church\, 3400 Beatties Ford Road\, Charlotte\, 28216
CATEGORIES:Conference,Food
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190314
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SUMMARY:Come to the Table Conference
DESCRIPTION:We invite faith leaders and laypeople\, hunger relief advocates\, farmers\, farm workers\, community organizers\, community gardeners\, food council members\, extension agents and others to join us next March to examine the root causes of hunger and collaborate to build a more just food system. At the 2019 Come to the Table Conference\, we hope to energize attendees to go back to their communities with the knowledge to challenge the systemic nature of hunger and the skills and connections to grow structures that are based in justice. The 2019 Conference will: \n\nShare resources\, tools & knowledge to support attendees in being effective community organizers for a more just food system\nProvide space for the knowledge and wisdom in the room to be shared and for us all to learn together\nProvide space for people to connect with each other and build relationships that will sustain and support their work\n\nKeynote Speakers \nDr. Monica White\, author of Freedom Farmers: Agricultural Resistance and the Black Freedom Movement \nEric Holt-Giménez\, Executive Director of Food First  \nFor more information\, including keynote biographies\, workshop selection\, conference schedules\, and other logistics\, click here. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-the-date-come-to-the-table-conference/
LOCATION:Friendship Missionary Baptist Church\, 3400 Beatties Ford Road\, Charlotte\, 28216
CATEGORIES:Conference,Farmworkers,Food,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T170000
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SUMMARY:Recovering Hope Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this one day conference to discuss the possibilities for a faith-driven response to the opioid crisis. This event will help to empower faith leaders to mobilize their communities to better respond to the epidemic. NC Attorney General Josh Stein will be on the of the plenary speakers for this event. The schedule for the day is: \n8:00 AM Registration and Breakfast \n8:45 AM Special Music – Giles Blankenship \n9:00 AM Opening Plenary Session \n\nJosh Stein\, Attorney General for North Carolina\nGreg Delaney\, Outreach Coordinator\, Woodhaven Ohio\n\n10:30 AM Rescue and Relief \n\nSession A: Church-Based Naloxone Distribution\nSession B: Harm Reduction and Syringe Service Programs\nSession C: Peer Navigators in Hospital ERs\n\nNoon Lunch and Resource Fair \n1:15 PM Restoration and Recovery \n\nSession A: Advocating for Healthy Communities\nSession B: Faith Communities and Drug Treatment Courts\nSession C: Mental Health First Aid\n\n3:00 PM Closing Plenary Session – Call to Action \n\nDrew Brooks\, Executive Director\, Faith Partners\nMonty Burks\, Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Drug Abuses Services Director of Faith-Based Initiatives\n\nClick here to register. \nThe conference will be held at Butler Chapel at Campbell University and registration is $30.  Use registration code “RECOVER” to receive 50% discount. Please contact Kate Thomas at kthomas@campbell.edu for any questions regarding registration and conference details.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/recovering-hope-conference/
LOCATION:Butler Chapel\, 36 T.T. Lanier Street\, Lillington\, NC\, 27546
CATEGORIES:Conference,Legislative Advocacy,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20181126T133659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T133659Z
UID:27367-1543654800-1543669200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Post-Election Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:The House of Representatives in North Carolina has flipped. What does this mean for immigrants in North Carolina\, including those currently in sanctuary in places of worship across our state? Join us for an engaging morning of learning\, discussion\, and food. Speakers from the NC Justice Center\, ACLU NC\, Church World Service\, and American Friends Service Committee will discuss the recent midterm elections and the potential impact on immigrant communities in North Carolina. There will be time for discussion and connection over delicious food made fresh by a guest in sanctuary. \nChildcare and lunch will be provided. \nCost to attend this event is on a sliding scale $5-$20. \nClick here to RSVP.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/post-election-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Church of the Reconciliation\, 110 North Elliot Road\, Chapel HIll\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Legislative Advocacy,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20180829T162133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180829T162133Z
UID:26767-1538812800-1538841600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Liberating Theologies Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The Liberating Theologies conference is a one-day experience exploring varying theologies with an emphasis on liberation and inclusion for the oppressed and marginalized. \nNorth Carolina has been a political\, social justice\, and religious battleground in the United States for decades. Regressive views on religion\, the LGBTQ community and other marginalized groups have harmed many of civil rights advances. There is a need in North Carolina to make a bold statement about intersectional justice; and the importance of restorative justice for those in the LGBTQ community that have been religiously ostracized. \nThis conference is also proposed in honor of Dr. James H. Cone\, to celebrate his historic contribution to the theology world\, in particular black liberation theology. The theme\, “Liberating The Gospels” explores varying theologies with emphasis on liberation and inclusion. Theologies to be explored: Womanist Theology\, Queer Theology\, Black Liberation Theology and Emerging Theology each with an inclusivity framework. \nClick here for more information and to purchase tickets. General admission tickets are $75\, but early bird (and early\, early bird) discount rates are available until September 15. Student tickets are $12. \nThe Council is a co-sponsor for this event.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/liberating-theologies-speaker-series-2/
LOCATION:Charlotte Museum of History\, 3500 Shamrock Drive\, Charlotte\, 28215
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20180813T175935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T175935Z
UID:26691-1534147200-1534179600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Liberating Theologies Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The Liberating Theologies conference\, presented by The Freedom Center for Social Justice\, is a one-day experience exploring varying theologies with an emphasis on liberation and inclusion for the oppressed and marginalized. \nNorth Carolina has been a political\, social justice and religious battleground in the United States for decades. Regressive views on religion\, the LGBTQ community and other marginalized groups have harmed many of the civil rights advances.  There is a need in our state to make a bold statement about intersectional justice and the importance of restorative justice for those in the LGBTQ community that have been religiously ostracized. \nThis conference is also proposed in honor of Dr. James H. Cone\, to celebrate his historic contribution to the theology world\, in particular\, black liberation theology. The theme\, “Liberating The Gospels” explores varying theologies with emphasis on liberation and inclusion. Theologies to be explored: Womanist Theology\, Queer Theology\, Black Liberation Theology and Emerging Theology each with an inclusivity framework. \nTickets can be purchased here at the early bird rate of $35 until August 31. After that the price increases to $65. Student tickets are available for $12. Co-sponsors for this event include the Union for Affirming Christians\, Charlotte Clergy Coalition for Justice\, NC NAACP\, and MeckMin.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/liberating-theologies-speaker-series/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180716
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20180102T205353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T185256Z
UID:24748-1531353600-1531699199@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Wild Goose Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Wild Goose Festival is a 4-day art\, music\, and story-driven transformational experience grounded in faith-inspired social justice. Come to not only learn from incredible speakers\, but also to engage in robust and respectful conversation with thought leaders\, writers\, dreamers\, artists\, visionaries\, and social justice activists. The 2018 collection of co-creaters includes Jen Hatmaker\, Jon Pavlovitz\, Jacqui Lewis\, Amy Grant\, and civil rights icon Ruby Sales. \nLooking for a summer weekend event for your youth group? Wild Goose has special event pricing to make attendance as accessible as possible for youth groups. Located in the middle of this festival of co-creation\, faith\, and spiritually fueled fellowship is a youth tent that will provide programming on subjects that matter to teens. Few other events speak so much to the passions of teenagers in the church with open conversations about gender identity\, active collaboration on faith inspired justice work\, and authentic open dialogue on the topics that matter to them most. Click here for more information about the Wild Goose for youth. \nClick here to purchase your tickets.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/wild-goose-festival-3/
LOCATION:Hot Springs Campgrounds\, Hot Springs\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy,NCIPL,Peace,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180421T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20180301T151434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180301T151434Z
UID:24985-1524301200-1524324600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Jack Crum Conference on Prophetic Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Economic Inequality for All \n9-9:30 a.m. Registration – light breakfast available\n9:30-9:45 Opening Remarks and Greeting\n9:45-10:25 Opening Worship – The Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland\, Executive Director\, NC Council of Churches\n10:25-10:35 Break\n11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Workshops – Choice of three: \n– Runaway Inequality – Cesar Leyva and Keith Bullard\n– A Faith Community’s Response to Income Inequality – Gary Locklear\, Robeson County and Hugh Hollowell\, Love Wins Ministries\n– Policies Affecting Economic Inequality – Ana Pardo\, NC Justice Center \n12:15-1:15 Gene Nichol\, NC Poverty Research Fund\n1:15-2:30 Poverty Simulation – Steve Taylor\, Executive Director\, Connectional Ministries for the NC Conference of the United Methodist Church\n2:30-3:30 Closing Worship – The Rev. T. Anthony Spearman\, President\, NC Council of Churches and NC NAACP \nCost is $25 in advance\, $30 at the door\, and $12.50 for students. \nThose interested in also attending the Council’s Critical Issues Seminar on Saturday\, April 14 in Greensboro\, you may register for both events at the special discounted rate of $40. \nClick here to register. \nThe Council is a co-sponsor. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/jack-crum-conference-prophetic-ministry-2/
LOCATION:Highland United Methodist Church\, 1901 Ridge Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20180227T164118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180323T144316Z
UID:24978-1523696400-1523718000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Critical Issues Seminar: Wisdom of Women
DESCRIPTION:The NC Council of Churches’ 2018 Critical Issues Seminar will focus on women. The theme for this daylong event is “The Wisdom of Women” and will cover topics such as the the Equal Rights Amendment\, sexual harassment and work place policy\, elected office\, health care\, and public education. This conference is for people of all ages\, genders\, and ethnic and racial backgrounds. Co-sponsors for this year’s event are AFL-CIO\, Church Women United\, Women Advance NC\, MomsRising\, NARAL\, ERA NC\, and the NC Faith Forward Coalition. \nCheck-in will begin at 8:15 a.m. \nOpening worship will begin at 9 a.m. and be led by The Rev. Dr. Donna Coletrane Battle. Donna is a native of Yanceyville\, NC and currently serves as the chaplain at Meredith College. She was ordained in May 2005 by the Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Association. Donna holds a BA in Public Relations from NC A&T State University\, a M.Div. from Duke University and recently earned a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy at Eastern University. \nFollowing worship at 10:15 a.m. Anita Earls will deliver this year’s keynote address. Anita is a civil rights attorney with 30 years’ experience litigating voting rights and other civil rights cases in partnership with community-based organizations. She was the founder and Executive Director of the Southern Coalition for Social Justice\, a non-profit legal advocacy organization in Durham\, North Carolina. She left that position in January 2018 to run for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court. \nAfter lunch\, a variety of workshops will be offered in two sessions. Detailed information on available workshops can be found by here. \nClick here to register. The cost is $25 for the general public and $15 for students. The Council is once again partnering with the Jack Crum Conference to offer a special discounted rate of $40 to attend both events. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/wisdomofwomen/
LOCATION:Guilford College United Methodist Church\, 1205 Fleming Road\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20170623T151344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T185258Z
UID:23915-1508418000-1508518800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Partners in Health and Wholeness Faith and Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:North Carolinians of faith will come together to worship\, promote health\, share best practices\, network with each other\, and meet resource partners from across our state. Participants will learn what’s currently happening in the state related to health\, how health relates to our faith\, and will leave with  a focus on how to create or move forward with their own health ministries for their congregations and community. \nThursday\, October 19\nRegistration is full for the permaculture garden tours on Thursday afternoon\, but there will be an optional pre-registration\, refreshments and networking event on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Cafe in First Baptist Church in Greensboro. \nFriday\, October 20\nThe main portion of the conference will include a full day of workshops\, fellowship\, celebration\, and worship. Click here to see Friday’s schedule. \nRegister here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/partners-health-wholeness-faith-health-summit/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Greensboro\, 1000 West Friendly Avenue\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Food,PHW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20170720T151737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T151737Z
UID:24019-1505656800-1505667600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sanctuary Matters: Testimony and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:In light of recent events involving the deportation and fears of our immigrant brothers and sisters throughout the state\, the NC Council of Churches’ annual Faith & Immigration Summit will focus on the topic of sanctuary this year. Our families\, friends\, neighbors and co-workers are terrified about being detained and deported; profiled because of their religion\, race or political beliefs; losing their health coverage; and facing hate and discrimination. Learn why congregations across the region and country are choosing to support and provide sanctuary\, what it means in practice\, and how to be successful at “Sanctuary Matters: Testimony and Best Practices.” \nSunday\, September 17 from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Community United Church of Christ will host an in-person\, half-day training for congregations and clergy leaders interested in providing support and sanctuary for vulnerable individuals in North Carolina. We will discuss the many ways that your congregation can stand up against hate and dehumanization at this moment. Topics will include testimony from people who have been in sanctuary and congregations that have opened their doors as sanctuaries as well as training for congregations that are in the discernment process. The keynote speaker is Rev. Noel Andersen\, Grassroots Organizer for Church World Service out of the Washington DC office. Time will be provided for congregations to network by geographic or faith affinity. The cost is $5. \nRegistration is available here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sanctuary-matters-testimony-best-practices-3/
LOCATION:Community United Church of Christ\, 814 Dixie Trail \, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference,Farmworkers,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20170626T151850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170626T151850Z
UID:23960-1505552400-1505653200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sanctuary Matters: Testimony and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Sanctuary Matters: Testimony and Best Practices: A Weekend of Reflection & Training\nSeptember 16\, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Sunday\, September 17\nUnited Church of Chapel Hill\n1321 Martin Luther King Boulevard\, Chapel Hill \nIn light of recent events involving the deportation and fears of our immigrant brothers and sisters throughout the state\, the NC Council of Churches’ annual Faith & Immigration Summit will focus on the topic of sanctuary this year. Our families\, friends\, neighbors and co-workers are terrified about being detained and deported; profiled because of their religion\, race or political beliefs; losing their health coverage; and facing hate and discrimination. Learn why congregations across the region and country are choosing to support and provide sanctuary\, what it means in practice\, and how to be successful at “Sanctuary Matters: Testimony and Best Practices.” \nSaturday\, September 16 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. the United Church of Chapel will host an in-person\, half-day training for congregations and clergy leaders interested in providing support and sanctuary for vulnerable individuals in North Carolina. We will discuss the many ways that your congregation can stand up against hate and dehumanization at this moment. Topics will include testimony from people who have been in sanctuary and congregations that have opened their doors as sanctuaries as well as training for congregations that are in the discernment process. The keynote speaker is Rev. Noel Andersen\, Grassroots Organizer for Church World Service out of the Washington DC office. Time will be provided for congregations to network by geographic or faith affinity and a Peruvian lunch will also be provided. The cost is $10 and scholarships are available. \nOn Sunday\, September 17\, Rev. Andersen will preach at the United Church of Chapel Hill at the 8:45 and 11 a.m. services  with music offered by his wife\, Nina Marie Fernando\, a singer-songwriter with a jazzy-folk sound from California. He will also lead the Adult Forum at 10 a.m. speaking about “A Conversation on Creating Sacred Space in Social Action.”  \nRegistration is available here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sanctuary-matters-testimony-best-practices/
LOCATION:United Church of Chapel Hill\, 1321 Martin Luther King Blvd.\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27514\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference,Farmworkers,Immigration,Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170324T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20160827T182051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170210T153834Z
UID:21593-1490380200-1490533200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Dare to Dream: Ecumenical Educational Conference on Peace and Justice in the Middle East
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 24\, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\nDinner and Presentation by the Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb\nWhite Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 1704 Oberlin Rd\, Raleigh NC\nREGISTRATION is March 1 – 17\, 2017 through www.whitememorial.org\nGo to Event Registration or call 919-834-3424\nDinner is $6.00\, payable by cash\, check or credit card at the door.\nCheck-in will be in Geneva Hall\, and food will be served buffet style.\nDining and presentation will occur in Pickard Hall.\nA campus map and directions can be found on the website. \nSaturday\, March 25\, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nInterfaith Conversation and Lunch with the Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb\nChurch of Reconciliation\, 110 North Elliott Road\, Chapel Hill\nREGISTRATION is March 1 – 17\, 2017 by emailing churchrec@churchrec.org\, or calling 919-929-2127.\nCatered lunch is $10.00\, payable by cash or check at the door. \nSaturday\, March 25\, 7:30 p.m.\nDavid LaMotte – Musician\, Author and Speaker\nAppearing at Church of Reconciliation\, 110 North Elliott Road\, Chapel Hill\nNo registration is required. Free to the public. \nSunday\, March 26\, 11:00 a.m.\nWorship with the Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb\nDuke University Chapel\, 401 Chapel Drive\, Durham\n \nA one page handout to post or share is available here. For more information or questions\, please contact Kathy Huffstetler at Huffstetler.k@gmail.com or call 919-815-1748.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/dare-dream-ecumenical-educational-conference-peace-justice-middle-east/
LOCATION:Raleigh\, Durham\, Chapel Hill\, NC
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference,Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20161114T214251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170207T012137Z
UID:22045-1489651200-1489683600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Come to the Table 2017
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for Come to the Table 2017. \nWe look forward to gathering with community members\, faith leaders\, farmers\, gardeners\, farm workers\, hunger relief agencies\, and many more groups for a variety of workshops\, presentations\, and strategy sessions on relieving hunger and strengthening local and sustainable agriculture. \nAt the 2017 Conference\, we will explore both the history and present state of our food system: how and why food is produced and distributed the way it is\, and how faith communities can support both farmers and consumers. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-date-come-table-2017/
LOCATION:Durham Armory and Convention Center\, Durham\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Farmworkers,Food,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170128T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20170117T173459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170117T173459Z
UID:22511-1485592200-1485619200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Loving Our Neighbor: Embodying Sanctuary Conference
DESCRIPTION:Duke Divinity School is sponsoring a conference to practically equip religious leaders and places of worship in the ministry of providing sanctuary to immigrants and vulnerable populations. \nLoving Our Neighbor: Embodying Sanctuary will explore how sanctuary is grounded in faith convictions\, the history of the Sanctuary Movement\, implementation for today\, and potential legal implications in the state of North Carolina. Break-out sessions will encourage participants to network with others and emerge with concrete action plans. \nRegistration is required.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/loving-neighbor-embodying-sanctuary-conference/
LOCATION:Duke Memorial United Methodist Church\, 504 West Chapel Hill Street\, Durham\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference,Farmworkers,Immigration,Peace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20161121T152816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161209T205250Z
UID:22107-1485543600-1485694800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Gun Violence
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of preaching and teaching around the cost of gun violence to our nation and how we can bring about change. A schedule for the weekend can be found here. Registration is available here. \nSponsors along with the Council are: St. Paul’s AME Church\, University Presbyterian Church\, United Church of Chapel Hill\, North Carolinians Against Gun Violence\, the NC Justice Center\, NC MomsRising\, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America NC\, League of Women Voters Orange/Durham/Chatham Counties\, Wilmington Faiths Against Gun Violence\, and the Religious Coalition for a Nonviolent Durham.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-date-beyond-gun-violence/
LOCATION:Chapel Hill\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Peace,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160711
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20160705T192430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160705T192430Z
UID:21387-1467849600-1468195199@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Wild Goose Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Wild Goose Festival is a 4-day spirit\, justice\, music and arts festival where all kinds of people come together\, not only to hear great music and incredible speakers\, but also to dive into lively conversations with thought leaders\, writers\, dreamers\, artists\, visionaries\, social justice activists\, peace-makers. This year the Council will be in attendance presenting several different workshops. Executive Director\, Jennifer Copeland\, will be presenting a workshop entitled “Troubling the Parables;” Susannah Tuttle\, Director of Interfaith Power & Light\, will be on a panel about creation care; and Jennie Belle\, Director of Immigration & Farmworkers\, will be leading a workshop on sacred dance for storytelling. A full schedule can be found here. Tickets are still available and be purchased for 25% off with the code BEMYGUEST. We hope to see you there.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/wild-goose-festival/
LOCATION:Hot Springs\, NC
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference,NCIPL,Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160409T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20160318T174841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160318T193408Z
UID:20754-1460192400-1460215800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Jack Crum Conference on Prophetic Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Dare to Hear: An Honest Conversation about Race and the End to White Privilege \n9-9:30 AM Registration \n9:30-9:40 Welcome (Rev. Heather Rodriguez) \n9:45 – 10:15 Opening Worship with Homily (Rev. Chris Brady) \n10:15 – 11:15 Panel of Voices Sharing Stories \n11:15 Break \n11:30 – 12:30 PM Facilitated Conversations in Small Groups \n12:30 – 1:30 Lunch with Keynote Address (Dr. Jennifer Harvey) \n1:30-2:30 Workshops-Choice of four \n-Segregated Sundays \n-What One Person Can Do \n-Stupid Things White People Say \n-Challenging Racism and Islamophobia \n2:30 Closing Worship (Rev. Leonard Fairley) \nCost is $25 in advance\, $30 at the door\, and $10 for students. If you pay $85 that covers MFSA NCC membership\, registration for the conference and for Gayle Felton Love Thy Neighbor Lunch Friday June 17 in Greenville.  If you pay $75 that covers MFSANCC membership and registration for the conference. \nRegister online or mail this form and check made out to MFSA NC  to: MFSA NC\, c/o Henry Jarrett\, PO Box 18311\, Raleigh NC 27619-8311. \nThe Council is a co-sponsor.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/jack-crum-conference-prophetic-ministry/
LOCATION:Duke Memorial United Methodist Church\, 504 West Chapel Hill Street\, Durham\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150328T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20150120T190220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150206T164337Z
UID:18242-1427531400-1427556600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:2015 NC Bread for the World Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Raleigh chapter of Bread for the World\, in cooperation with the NC Council of Churches and many other North Carolina civic\, congregational\, and business leaders\, is sponsoring the 2015 statewide Bread for the World convention with the theme “Uniting Our Voices to End Hunger.” Bread for the World is a Christian advocacy organization with the goal of urging our nation’s leaders to end hunger. Representatives form faith communities\, civic groups\, and Bread groups are encouraged to attend. A limited number of scholarships is available. \nThis year’s program includes: \n\nDavid Crabtree – WRAL news anchor and Episcopal Deacon\, as Master of Ceremonies\nGene Nichol – UNC-CH Law Professor and Director of the UNC School of Law Center on Poverty\, Work and Opportunity\nJill Bullard – Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Co-Founder and Executive Director\nDavid Beckmann – President of Bread for the World\, with a brief address to conference attendees\nSteve Hickle — Faith Outreach Director of Stop Hunger Now\nSheena Meade– Regional Organizer of Bread for the World
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/2015-nc-bread-world-conference/
LOCATION:Highland United Methodist Church\, 1901 Ridge Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Food,PHW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20141010T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20141010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20140411T144908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140828T144026Z
UID:16324-1412933400-1412955000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:PHW Faith and Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:People of faith will come together to promote health\, network and share resources. The theme for this year’s conference is “We’re Better Together” (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10a). Participants will learn what’s currently happening in the state related to faith and health\, and walk away with clear instructions on how to improve their own health as well as that of their congregation and wider community. For more information or to register\, please click here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-date-phw-faith-health-summit/
LOCATION:Ardmore Baptist Church\, 501 Miller Street\, Winston-Salem\, 27103
CATEGORIES:Conference,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20140805T145613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140805T145613Z
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SUMMARY:Seventh Jack Crum Conference on Prophetic Ministry
DESCRIPTION:This year’s conference is titled “Voting Rights for All” and focuses on the changed made by the NC General Assembly to voting laws in 2013. Former NC Senator Ellie Kinnaird will be the keynote speaker\, and there will be a panel of individuals affected by the changes in the laws. In addition\, there will be workshops about obtaining a voter ID\, legislative redistricting\, and more.  \nThe cost is $15 in advance\, $20 at the door\, and $10 for students\, which includes a light breakfast and lunch catered by the Interfaith Food Shuttle. Registration by September 12 is strongly encouraged to ensure an accurate lunch count. Learn more or register here. Register by mail at MFSA-NC\, PO Box 18311\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27619. Please e-mail mfsancc@gmail.com with special dietary concerns. \nAlong with the Council\, sponsors are the NC Conference Chapter of the Methodist Federation for Social Action\, the Triangle Interfaith Alliance\, and the Commission on Church and Society of the NC Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. \n.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/seventh-jack-crum-conference-prophetic-ministry/
LOCATION:Duke Memorial United Methodist Church\, 504 West Chapel Hill Street\, Durham\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="NC Council of Churches":MAILTO:info@ncchurches.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T130042
CREATED:20140411T145024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140411T145024Z
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SUMMARY:Save-The-Date: PHW Regional Youth Conference
DESCRIPTION:This event will educate and inspire youth to care for their bodies as a practice of their faith\, and it will help them connect to the land through gardening and other activities. For more information\, contact Joy Williams at joy@ncchurches.org.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-date-phw-regional-youth-conference/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Wadesboro\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,PHW
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