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CREATED:20230412T131916Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: Connecting Faith and Health to Nourish Lives and Empower Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Sacred Conversations as we host Kim Eshleman of Faithful Families.  \nFaithful Families believes that communities of faith are important health advocates\, particularly in communities affected by health disparities or lacking access to crucial resources. That’s why we are here to empower faith communities as they become changemakers in helping their communities thrive – physically\, mentally\, and spiritually. Faithful Families Thriving Communities (Faithful Families) works directly in communities of faith across the country to promote health for individuals\, families\, and local communities. \nWe will share more about our program’s efforts to engage and support communities of faith as they imagine and work toward their goals for healthy congregations and communities\, what we have learned from faith communities making changes to support health\, and dream together about how faith-health partnerships can grow to meet the needs of communities across our state. \nRegister here
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-connecting-faith-and-health-to-nourish-lives-and-empower-communities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20230412T132610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T132610Z
UID:35740-1681383600-1681387200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Faith and Health Connection: Community Gardening: It’s All in the Details
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Faith and Health Connection on community gardening with Crystal Mercer\, County Extension Agent for Community and School Gardens with the N.C. Cooperative Extension\, Guilford County\, to talk about community gardening and what it takes to get a community garden up and going. Crystal will share how to plan and establish a community garden\, what are options for a community garden (it doesn’t have to be a big plot of land). Many faith communities want to make a difference by growing and sharing food. This is a chance to figure out the details. https://guilford.ces.ncsu.edu/ \nRegister here
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/faith-and-health-connection-community-gardening-its-all-in-the-details/
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20230329T151843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T151843Z
UID:35705-1680606000-1680609600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: Worship at the Table: Healing Relationships to Food and Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Sacred Conversation with Kendall Vanderslice of Edible Theology to talk about the meaning of food: in Scripture\, in Christian tradition\, in history\, and in your own lives. She will share more about her curriculum Worship at the Table and her program Edible Theology.\nhttps://www.edibletheology.com/. \nRegister here
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-worship-at-the-table-healing-relationships-to-food-and-community/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20230223T151024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T151727Z
UID:35645-1680166800-1680174000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Breakfast: The Faith Community Responds in Fayetteville
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the state of our state when it comes to opioids? Are you interested in learning more about ways your congregation can get involved with the Opioid Crisis? \nIf so please join us at St. Matthews UMC for the Opioid Crisis\, the Faith Community Responds. At this breakfast\, you will learn about the state of our state\, what harm reduction is\, and what congregations can do to get involved. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/clergy-breakfast-the-faith-community-responds-in-fayetteville/
LOCATION:St. Matthews United Methodist Church\, 202 Hope Mills Rd\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28304\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opioid Crisis,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20230308T132647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T132647Z
UID:35673-1680001200-1680004800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Faith Health Connection: NC Senior Games
DESCRIPTION:NC Senior Games will join PHW to discuss ways older adults in our faith communities can get involved in the NC Senior Games\, as participants\, volunteers or both. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/faith-health-connection-nc-senior-games/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20230201T173552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T150711Z
UID:35536-1677747600-1677754800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Clergy Breakfast: The Faith Community Responds in Alamance
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the state of our state when it comes to opioids? Are you interested in learning more about ways your congregation can get involved with the Opioid Crisis? \nIf so please join the Council in Alamance County for the Opioid Crisis\, the Faith Community Responds. At this breakfast\, you will learn about the state of our state\, what harm reduction is\, and what congregations can do to get involved. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/clergy-breakfast-the-faith-community-responds-in-alamance/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church Elon\, 1630 Westbrook Ave\, Elon\, NC\, 27244\, United States
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20230127T134539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T134539Z
UID:35519-1675328400-1675335600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:The Opioid Crisis: The Faith Community Responds Clergy Breakfast in Gastonia
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the state of our state when it comes to opioids? Are you interested in learning more about ways your congregation can get involved with the Opioid Crisis? \nIf so please join the Council in Gastonia\, N.C. for the Opioid Crisis\, the Faith Community Responds. At this breakfast\, you will learn about the state of our state\, what is harm reduction\, and what congregations can do to get involved. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/the-opioid-crisis-the-faith-community-responds-clergy-breakfast-in-gastonia/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Gastonia\, 190 E. Franklin Blvd\, Gastonia\, NC\, 28052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opioid Crisis,PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20230127T131910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T131910Z
UID:35517-1675076400-1675080000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:BIPOC Mental Health Grant Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join PHW for a webinar about our BIPOC Mental Health grant opportunity. PHW will provide participants with an overview of our BIPOC Mental Health Grants and how to apply. These opportunities are available to faith communities which are comprised mainly of Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/bipoc-mental-health-grant-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210518T121927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T212003Z
UID:33090-1624885200-1624888800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Growing Communities of Inclusion: Mental Health and Harm Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Growing Communities of Inclusion: Mental Health and Harm Reduction”. This webinar will look at substance use\, harm reduction\, and mental health through the lens of faith. There will be tangible ideas and resources on how your faith community can get involved. Let’s eliminate stigma together. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/growing-communities-of-inclusion-mental-health-and-harm-reduction-2/
CATEGORIES:Opioid Crisis,PHW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210528T055840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210602T155725Z
UID:33137-1624618800-1624622400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: Caretakers of Creation Part II: Faith and The Environment Q&A
DESCRIPTION:We are doing things a little differently for the second Sacred Conversations in our series on faith\, health and the environment. We invite you to join us as we hear from Sarah Ogletree\, Program Coordinator for North Carolina Interfaith Power and Light\, on her experiences working at the intersection of faith and the environment. What’s different? Sarah will answer questions from you; the questions you don’t want to ask\, or feel like it’s the wrong time to ask or the questions that you think will make you feel like the only one in the room who doesn’t know the right answers. \nAs we explore practical ways to engage with our environment as good caretakers our hope is that we can create a space and time where we all get to ask our questions out loud and share our collective knowledge. Bring your questions June 25 11 am and/or submit your questions early here. This Sacred Conversations is an extension of the newly updated Partners in Health and Wholeness Sustainability Pledge as we seek to highlight the intersection of health\, faith and the environment. \nClick here to register
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-caretakers-of-creation-part-ii-faith-and-the-environment-qa/
CATEGORIES:NCIPL,PHW
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210612
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210512T222128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T174837Z
UID:33075-1623024000-1623455999@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Alzheimer's Association: Healthy Brain\, Healthy Body\, Healthy You
DESCRIPTION:  \nFor centuries\, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now\, scienceis able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. \nDuring Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness month\, join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition\, exercise\, cognitive activity\, and social engagement. Learn strategies and activities to incorporate into your plan for healthy aging. Join all sessions or just those that interested you most. \nClick here to see the full PDF for this event: Healthy Brain\, Healthy Body\, Healthy You_June_WithLink \nTo register: tinyurl.com/HealthyLivingSymposium
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/alzheimers-association-health-brain-healthy-body-healthy-you/
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210511T175334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T191010Z
UID:33056-1622804400-1622808000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Faith Health Connection: "Alzheimer's Prevention and a Healthy Brain\, Healthy Body"
DESCRIPTION:Please join PHW for a Faith Health Connection: “Alzheimer’s Prevention and a Healthy Brain\, Healthy Body\,” on Friday\, June 4\, 11 a.m.  Courtenay O’Donoghue\, Ph.D.\, Director of Program Services for the Western Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association\, will lead the presentation. Given the fear and stigma that surround Alzheimer’s and dementia\, the subject too often goes unaddressed\, yet there are positive\, preventative measures to enhance brain health (and overall health) that can be taken. Dr. O’Donoghue will discuss early warning signs\, and provide simple\, clear steps in how we as individuals and as faith communities can engage the topic of Alzheimer’s and dementia head-on and fearlessly\, to protect ourselves\, our loved ones\, and our congregations and broader communities. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nPlease note that this Faith Health Connection will kick off the Alzheimer Association’s Healthy Brain\, Healthy Body\, Healthy You Symposium\, June 7 – 11\, an overview of Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body\, and a series of workshops designed to provide more in-depth information and hands-on activities. TO REGISTER FOR THE SYMPOSIUM CLICK HERE 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/faith-health-connection-alzheimers-prevention-and-a-healthy-brain-healthy-body/
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210412T184736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T143051Z
UID:32883-1621594800-1621598400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: Caretakers of Creation: A Vision for Shalom in Practical Ways
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to be caretakers of creation when we ourselves are a part of creation\, and where do we start when we know that the environments in which we live greatly impact the health of our communities? How do we know what is most important in our advocacy efforts? How do we confront the structural injustices that disproportionately affect historically marginalized communities? Join us as we explore practical ways to engage with our environment as good caretakers in ways that increase our awareness of what we can do and how we can advocate as people of faith both individually and collectively. \nThis Sacred Conversations is an extension of the newly updated Partners in Health and Wholeness Sustainability Pledge as we seek to highlight the intersection of health\, faith and the environment. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-caretakers-of-creation-a-vision-for-shalom-in-practical-ways/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210420T175532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210512T172058Z
UID:32924-1620990000-1620993600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: Preventing and Navigating Burnout
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Clark Gaither is a board-certified physician that specializes in burnout. Burnout is different from stress\, it is the culmination of feeling disengaged\, hopeless\, and emotionally exhausted. Dr. Gaither will teach us how to identify\, eliminate\, and prevent burnout. After a year living in a global pandemic\, this event is crucial for all of us\, whether you are retired\, working\, clergy\, or not. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-preventing-and-navigating-burnout/
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210316T225208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T163408Z
UID:32741-1617789600-1617793200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Growing Communities of Inclusion: Mental Health and Harm Reduction
DESCRIPTION:Join PHW for a webinar on making the connection between mental health and harm reduction work. \nClick here to register.\nWe will look at substance use\, harm reduction\, and mental health through the lens of faith. There will be tangible ideas and resources on how your faith community can get involved. \nLet’s eliminate stigma together.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/growing-communities-of-inclusion-mental-health-and-harm-reduction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PHW_Growing-Communities-of-Inclusion.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210326T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210316T220904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T175639Z
UID:32738-1616749200-1616752800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:PHW Community Check-In Call
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join Partners in Health and Wholeness (PHW) for a check-in call with our team and greater PHW community. \nClick here to register.\nWe hope to create a space to come and talk with one another\, talk with us\, share stories\, share hardships\, and offer encouragement and support. All are invited to drop-in for as long as they are able and feel comfortable. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/phw-community-check-in-call/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ncchurches.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/PHW-Community-Call.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210223T222625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T222625Z
UID:32638-1616677200-1616688000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Emotional Rescue for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:MemoryCare has coordinated with Kari Berit\, an internationally recognized speaker/writer to provide a free\, half-day virtual workshop (via Zoom) teaching caregivers how to be S.A.N.E. (Supported\, Appreciated\, Not Guilty\, and Energized) all while providing helpful tools they can use along their caregiving journey. \nClick here to register. \nFor more information on webinar schedule\, speaker bio\, and a preview video\, visit the Facebook event page here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/emotional-rescue-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210209T200359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T221046Z
UID:32515-1614245400-1614252600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Clergy Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about the state of our state when it comes to opioids? Are you interested in learning more about ways your congregation can get involved in managing the overdose crisis in your community? \nPlease join us at our next virtual clergy breakfast in response to the overdose crisis. At this breakfast\, you will learn how the overdose crisis has affected North Carolina\, harm reduction practices\, and what congregations can do to get involved in responding compassionately to this devastating crisis. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/virtual-clergy-breakfast/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Opioid Crisis,PHW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210108T132833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T172041Z
UID:32311-1611918000-1611923400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: The Spirituality of Loneliness in Life's Second Chapter\, Part II
DESCRIPTION:This past autumn\, PHW held its first Sacred Conversation on the epidemic of loneliness and social isolation for those in life’s second chapter\, particularly in the time of Covid. We were joined by spiritually integrated psychotherapist Caleb Pusey as he examined these issues through a spiritual/theological lens\, and modeled evidence-based tools and storytelling\, so our participants could discuss loneliness and isolation within their faith communities and their own homes.  In our second Sacred Conversation on the topic\, Caleb will join us once more as we discuss ways in which we might cope with these challenges\, learn from them\, and find healing. \nClick here to register.\nPlease join us for this important and meaningful discussion. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-the-spirituality-of-loneliness-in-lifes-second-chapter-part-ii/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201222T204155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T204532Z
UID:32259-1611325800-1614355200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Family Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Join AARP for their virtual webinar on caregiving for caregivers. This interactive workshop is designed to empower family caregivers to take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class if you need to find more time for you while caring for someone who lives at home\, in a nursing home\, or across the country. \nParticipants must register by January 18 and must commit to attending a minimum of 4 out of the 6 sessions. Click here to learn more\, and click here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/powerful-tools-for-family-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20210111T203833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T205337Z
UID:32323-1611309600-1611313200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:The COVID-19 Vaccine Strategy and the Church
DESCRIPTION:Join Partners in Health and Wholeness\, an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches\, in partnership with the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) for a webinar on the COVID-19 vaccine roll out in our communities. We will discuss where we are now in the process\, what things will look like going forward\, and how faith communities can assist in this process while continuing to slow the spread. Participants are invited to bring questions\, concerns\, and ideas to this conversation.  \nRegistration is required to receive Zoom login details. Click here to register. \nWe look forward to joining this conversation together!
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-the-covid-19-strategy-and-the-church/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201007T163328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T144523Z
UID:31796-1610476200-1610479800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Becoming a Trauma-Informed Faith Community
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Partners in Health and Wholeness and the UMC Northern Piedmont District for “Becoming a Trauma-Informed Faith Community.”  \nWe will define what a trauma-informed faith community is\, how to become one\, and look at the various ways in which faith communities can productively address trauma. This work is crucial as we find ourselves in layers of communal and individual stress in our world.  \nThis conversation will be whole-person driven\, with language that supports and honors our various stories and experiences. We hope that this time will empower you to invite new and healthy ways of doing life and ministry with your faith community\, especially with all challenges of COVID-19.  \nRegistration is required to receive call-in details. There is one more opportunity to join us virtually. Please click a date below to register: \n\nJanuary 12\n\n*Note: This is a separate event from our two-part Sacred Conversations event on becoming a trauma-informed faith community. To access those recordings\, click below:\n– Part One\n– Part Two
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/becoming-a-trauma-informed-faith-community/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201222T201633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T201713Z
UID:32253-1610028000-1613062800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Winter 2021 Caregiver College
DESCRIPTION:Join MemoryCare Inc. for their 2021 Caregiver College\, a series of six modules provided for caregivers of persons with memory disorders. Sessions are designed to improve caregiver understanding of different aspects of dementia care. The course will be led by MemoryCare\, Inc. staff with guest speaker Elder Law Attorney Caroline Knox. Registration is required: contact 828-771-2219 or email education@memorycare.org. \nTo learn more about the Winter Caregiver College\, click here. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/winter-2021-caregiver-college/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201222T203551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T203551Z
UID:32256-1610013600-1610019000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Elder Abuse: The Impact of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Covid-19 has revealed yet another epidemic among us: of loneliness and isolation. The challenges they present to mental health and spiritual well-being can be particularly difficult for those in the second chapter of life. On top of that\, elderly individuals can also be victims of abuse. Join the Centralina Area Agency on Aging for a virtual webinar on elder abuse. Speakers will discussing the importance of and how to uncover the hidden problem of elder abuse\, and how to detect\, report\, and prevent it. \nRegistration is required to received call-in details. Click here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/elder-abuse-the-impact-of-covid-19/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201120T164308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T202703Z
UID:32099-1607079600-1607083200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Wellness & Immune Health
DESCRIPTION:Due to COVID-19\, we want to highlight the best ways to support immune health. Join PHW and Holley Dagenhardt\, MA\, RDN\, LDN on Friday\, December 4\, for a conversation on fundamental wellness behaviors – hydration\, food choices\, physical activity\, sleep\, and stress – and how these behaviors impact our immune health. \nRegistration is not required\, simply click here on the day of the event and enter passcode 514291 when prompted so that you may join.\nHolley Dagenhardt\, MA\, RDN\, LDN has been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the Hickory area for over 20 years. She specializes in adult weight management and wellness. Holley is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics\, licensed to practice in North Carolina\, and nationally registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. She has a BSPH in nutrition from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a graduate degree in nutrition from Appalachian State University.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/covid-19-immune-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201020T182045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T182045Z
UID:31904-1606816800-1606836600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Fifth Annual John W. Hatch FaithHealth Lecture
DESCRIPTION:The Division of FaithHealth Ministries of Wake Forest Baptist Health and Shaw University Divinity School invite you to the Fifth Annual John W. Hatch FaithHealth Lecture Series.  The Hatch Series engages faith and health leaders in thought provoking dialogue reflective of the strength of faith-health intersections in improving population health and building stronger communities.\nKeynote speakers will include Dr. Somava Saha\, Executive Lead for Wellbeing in the Nation (WIN) Network\, Founder and Executive Lead for Well-being and Equity (WE) in the World\, Founder and Executive Lead for 100 Million Healtheir Lives\, and former Vice President at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement; and Richard “Stick” Williams\, former Vice President of Corporate Community Affairs at Duke Energy Corporation\, President of the Duke Energy Foundation\, and board member of Commissioners of Atrium Health. \nThis is a free event\, but registration is required and limited to the first 150 registrants. Click here to register.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/fifth-annual-john-w-hatch-faithhealth-lecture/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201110T151111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201110T162847Z
UID:31986-1605700800-1605704400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: The Church at the Center of the Covid Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Partners in Health and Wholeness\, an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches\, invites faith and lay leaders to join us for our next Sacred Conversations event on Wednesday\, November 18 at 12 p.m.\, titled “The Church at the Center of the COVID Pandemic.” \nParticipants will hear from guest speakers from the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHSS) to discuss what we are learning about COVID-19 and trends across NC\, updated health and safety recommendations places of worship can implement to slow the spread\, and resources available to community members impacted by this pandemic. Faith leaders are invited to bring questions\, concerns\, and ideas to a conversation. \nClick here to register.\nWe will be joined by guest speakers Dr. Betsey Tilson\, NCDHHS Chief Medical Officer and State Health Director\, Carla West\, Senior Director for Economic Security\, and other members of the NCDHHS team. \nWe look forward to sharing this time together.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-the-church-at-the-center-of-the-covid-pandemic/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20200808T010041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T175058Z
UID:31493-1604055600-1604059200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Conversations: The Spirituality of Loneliness in Life's Second Chapter
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nCovid-19 has revealed yet another epidemic among us: of loneliness and isolation. The challenges they present to mental health and spiritual well-being can be particularly difficult for those in the second chapter of life\, including people of faith\, and faith leaders. Yet too often\, stigma and a misconception of the root causes of loneliness and isolation can leave those affected to suffer in silence. Please join Caleb Pusey\, spiritually integrated psychotherapist with CareNet in Marion\, NC\, as he engages storytelling and evidence-based evaluation tools to provide a way forward for congregations to begin deep conversations around the source of loneliness and isolation in older adults — most especially during the time of Covid — to bring understanding\, hope\, and healing. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \nOnce you have completed registration\, you will receive a confirmation email with Zoom invitation information. If you have any questions\, please email PHWinfo@ncchurches.org.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/sacred-conversations-the-spiritualit-y-of-loneliness-in-lifes-second-chapter/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201020T181126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T181126Z
UID:31902-1604052000-1604061000@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Leading Trauma-Informed Programs and Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Join Crystal Imes and Annette Snider\, certified Connections Matter trainers with Prevent Child abuse NC\, for part two of their ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and trauma series. Participants will explore NETworX’s trauma-informed approaches to build authentic relationships across common divisions like wealth\, race\, and culture. Crystal and Annette will open a discussion with participants on how and where well-meaning but trauma-uninformed programs/ministries risk re-traumatization of participants. The session will close with a panel discussion focused on best practices and resources\, and participants will have the opportunity to formulate a plan for being a trauma-informed ministry/program. \nThis workshop requires prior training in ACEs/trauma or at least a basic understanding of ACEs/trauma. Interested participants are encouraged to consider attending the October 23\, 2020 training “Understanding ACEs and Trauma”(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-aces-and-trauma-tickets-121270215479)  \nPlease contact Jaimie McGirt at jmcgirt@conservationfund.org if you have questions about attending.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/leading-trauma-informed-programs-and-ministries/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T024942
CREATED:20201019T213450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T180337Z
UID:31896-1603447200-1603456200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Understanding ACEs and Trauma (Part I)
DESCRIPTION:Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are forms of early childhood trauma that can have a strong impact on development and future adult health. Join Crystal Imes\, BSW\, and Annette Snider\, LMFTA\, both certified Connections Matter trainers\, a program of Prevent Child Abuse NC for part one of Resourceful Communities’ two-part webinar series on ACEs. \nParticipants will gain a better understanding of the science behind ACEs and why understanding the science or being “trauma-informed” matters in our everyday interactions with youth and adults in rural programs and ministries. \nThis is a training but not official certification.  Information on certification can be provided. \nClick here to register! Registration ends on Tuesday\, October 20\, 2020 \nFor questions specific to the content of this training\, please contact Jaimie McGirt at jmcgirt@conservationfund.org. \n 
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/understanding-aces-and-trauma/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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