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SUMMARY:Braided Prayer Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual screening of the documentary Braided Prayer\, featuring former Council staff member\, David LaMotte! The new documentary from John Kennedy and David Saich tells the story of Abraham Jam\, an interfaith folk/world music trio making the case that harmony can be even stronger than unity — that we don’t have to sing the same notes in order to create something beautiful together. \nClick here to register. \nWe’ll be joined by Abraham Jam members Billy Jonas\, David LaMotte\, and Dawud Wharnsby for the screening\, followed by a live performance from the band and a chance to win some Abraham Jam merchandise! The band originally came together through an initiative of the North Carolina Council of Churches\, and the Council’s Development Director Vanna Fox will interview them live as a part of this presentation. \nYou can watch the trailer for the documentary here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/save-the-date-braided-prayer-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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SUMMARY:The Faithful Work of Environmental Justice
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, February 26th\, for a conversation on the work of environmental justice with expert speakers including Sherri White-Williamson of the Environmental Justice Community Action Network and the North Carolina Conservation Network and Rev. Michael Malcom of the People’s Justice Council and Alabama Interfaith Power & Light. \nClick here to register.\nWe will discuss the importance and legacy of the environmental justice movement in North Carolina\, the realities of environmental racism\, opportunities to work toward environmental justice in this political moment\, and the faithful work of justice that we are being called to. This conversation is vital to our calling as people of faith and conscience. Please register today and share this opportunity with your networks. We look forward to seeing you on the 26th!
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/the-faithful-work-of-environmental-justice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T233415Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20210209T200359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T221046Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20210202T180744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T144451Z
UID:32449-1613559600-1613563200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Advocating with Compassion Campaign Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join NC Interfaith Power & Light (NCIPL)\, the NC Council of Churches\, and national Interfaith Power & Light on Wednesday\, February 17th\, for our “Advocating with Compassion” Campaign Launch! \nClick here to register.\nSpeakers will include NCIPL Director\, Susannah Tuttle; NCIPL Program Coordinator\, Sarah Ogletree; National Interfaith Power & Light President\, the Rev. Susan Hendershot; National Interfaith Power & Light Director of Faithful Advocacy\, Jonathan Lacock-Nisley; and National Interfaith Power & Light National Field Director\, Tiffany Hartung. We will discuss policy points\, our springing into action campaign\, ways to make our voices heard through virtual meetings and calls with elected officials\, social media presence\, and more. We are stronger when we do this work together! We look forward to seeing you on the 17th. Please register and share with your networks.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/advocating-with-compassion-campaign-launch/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20210128T191148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T142436Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual HKonJ Moral March & People's Assembly 2021
DESCRIPTION:The annual HKonJ (Historic Thousands on Jones Street) Moral March and People’s Assembly 2021 is happening virtually and online this year. \nDue to Covid\, we cannot gather on Fayetteville Street\, but there will still be a big caravan\, music\, speakers and a livestream! To register for the motorcade kickoff on February 6\, click here. \nCheck out the NAACP HKonJ website here for more details.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/virtual-hkonj-moral-march-peoples-assembly-2021/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20210205T225154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T231459Z
UID:32490-1613066400-1613066400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:"11 AM: Hope for America's Most Segregated Hour" Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:On February 11 at 6 p.m.\, join Catawba College for a live-stream screening of 11am: Hope for America’s Most Segregated Hour. The story in this film is centered around the Urban Doxology Songwriting Internship\, documenting the fruit of (at that point) a seven-year investment in culture-making\, innovative worship practices and leadership development in the community of Church Hill in Richmond\, VA. \nClick here to register.\nFollowing the film-screening will be a panel discussion featuring the Council’s Executive Director\, the Rev. Dr. Jennifer Copeland! We hope you will join us!
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/11-am-hope-for-americans-most-segregated-hour-film-screening/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210123T090000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20210106T212152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T201441Z
UID:32297-1611392400-1611392400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Womxn’s Virtual March on Raleigh: Onward Together
DESCRIPTION:In 2017\, womxn and allies around the globe collectively rose up to stand against the threat to womxn’s and human rights everywhere. We marched\, organized\, called voters\, wrote to our elected officials\, and engaged in difficult conversations. Together\, we discovered the power of raising our voices. Four years later\, our work is as essential now as it ever has been to hold our ground against oppressive legislation and to continue to advocate and stand-up for people of all genders\, races\, religions\, and backgrounds. \nJoin us and allies across the state this Saturday for the 2021 Virtual Womxn’s March. Make sure to follow the Womxn’s March on Raleigh’s Facebook page here and their Instagram page here to see us featured in their posting parade following the rally! Click here to learn how to get more involved and what you can do leading up to the march.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/womxns-virtual-march-on-raleigh-onward-together/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201222T204155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T204532Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201110T154830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T144308Z
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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 are 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-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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:20260426T042949
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201203T145249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T135334Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Christmas in a Time of Fear
DESCRIPTION:Join us and NC Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green for a Zoom discussion on one of James Baldwin’s essays\, Equal in Paris\, written shortly before Christmas 1949. \nJaki Shelton Green will facilitate a discussion exploring the themes in Baldwin’s work that continue to provide insights that illuminate our contemporary realities concerning America’s ongoing racial dilemma. \nThis essay will provide a different perspective and lens for reimagining Christmas this holiday season. \nCo-sponsors for this event include: \nUmstead Park United Church of Christ \nFirst Presbyterian Church\, Durham \nNew Hope Presbytery Peacemaking Committee \n \n\nJaki Shelton Green\, ninth Poet Laureate of North Carolina is the first African American  and third woman to be appointed as the North Carolina Poet Laureate. She is a 2019 Academy of American Poet Laureate Fellow\, 2014 NC Literary Hall of Fame Inductee\, 2009 NC Piedmont Laureate appointment\, 2003 recipient of the North Carolina Award for Literature. Jaki Shelton Green teaches Documentary Poetry at Duke University Center for Documentary Studies and has been named the 2021 Frank B. Hanes Writer in Residence at UNC Chapel Hill. Her publications include: Dead on Arrival\, Masks\, Dead on Arrival and New Poems\, Conjure Blues\, singing a tree into dance\, breath of the song\, Feeding the Light\, i want to undie you. On Juneteenth 2020\, she released her first LP\, poetry album\, The River Speaks of Thirst\, produced by Soul City Sounds and Clearly Records. Jaki Shelton Green is the owner of SistaWRITE providing writing retreats for women writers in Sedona Arizona\, Martha’s Vineyard\, Ocracoke North Carolina\, Northern Morocco\, and Tullamore Ireland.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/celebrating-christmas-in-a-time-of-fear/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201204T214940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201204T214940Z
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SUMMARY:"Braided Prayer" Documentary Release
DESCRIPTION:In historically divisive times\, it’s good to be reminded that we don’t have to be the same in order to form deep friendships and create community and art together. \nJoin fellow people of faith for a virtual screening of Braided Prayer\, the 18-minute documentary produced by John Kennedy and David Saich\, that follows Abraham Jam\, the interfaith musical trio of Billy Jonas\, David LaMotte\, and Dawud Wharnsby. The one-hour online program will include a screening of the film\, Q&A with the band and filmmakers\, a live performance by Abraham Jam\, and prize giveaways! \nClick here to reserve your seat!
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/braided-prayer-documentary-release/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Christian Unity,Peace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201120T164308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T202703Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201020T182045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T182045Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201110T155139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201110T162744Z
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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-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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:20260426T042949
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201021T192338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T192338Z
UID:31917-1603911600-1603915200@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Our Stories: A Paid Leave Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:More than ever\, North Carolina’s families need access to supportive workplaces that allow them to take time to care for themselves and for their loved ones. Amidst a global public health crisis\, global economic crisis\, and an election year\, we know paid leave and workers’ rights are on the ballot. \nTune in for a town hall on the importance of paid family and medical leave and paid sick days during the pandemic and beyond. During this time together\, you’ll hear from policy experts and directly impacted individuals sharing their stories. This event will be hosted via Facebook livestream. Click here to learn more about how to join the livestream and RSVP.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/our-stories-a-paid-leave-town-hall/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Legislative Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201002T193526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T193526Z
UID:31780-1603112400-1603454400@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening and Connecting: Families\, Congregations\, and Communities
DESCRIPTION:Did you know when we support and connect with one another we are providing hope and using key protective factors that actually help prevent child abuse and neglect? Connect with us for a week-long webinar and town hall series to learn how you can be a connection in your community. Starting on Monday\, October 19\, through Thursday\, October 22\, from 1:00-2:00pm\, we will come together for conversations on The Protective Factor of The Day and “Why Connections Matter” with faith leaders\, community members\, and certified Connections Matter trainers. Friday\, October 23rd from 10:00-11:00am we will discuss the final Protective Factor and wrap up with a Facebook Town Hall Forum from 11:00am-12:00pm featuring faith leaders and experts from North Carolina communities. \nMake sure to register for the webinar on Monday\, October 19 to hear from the Rev. Jessica Stokes\, PHW Associate Director of Mental Health Advocacy\, on parental resilience and mental well-being. \nPlease click on each individual event below to register: \n\nMonday\, October 19: Parental Resilience: Mental Well-Being\nTuesday\, October 20: Social Emotional Competence of Children\nWednesday\, October 21: Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development\nThursday\, October 22: Concrete Supports\nFriday\, October 23: Social Connections\nFriday\, October 23: Facebook Live Town Hall
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/strengthening-and-connecting-families-congregations-and-communities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20200917T123712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T123712Z
UID:31719-1602097200-1603312200@ncchurches.org
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:20201005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20201002T191338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201002T191716Z
UID:31778-1601924400-1602183600@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Community Conversation: What Can Rural Communities and People of Faith Do to Prevent Suicide?
DESCRIPTION:Join us and our partners at Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA (RAFI-USA)\, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – North Carolina Chapter\, and NC Agromedicine Institute for a series on the intersection of mental health\, faith communities\, and rural communities. This four-night event will take place next Monday\, October 5-Thursday\, October 8\, at 7 p.m. each night via Zoom. Make sure to tune-in on Thursday\, October 8\, to hear from the Rev. Jessica Stokes\, PHW Associate Director for Mental Health Advocacy\, as she moderates a community panel of faith leaders and mental health professionals. \nPlease click on each individual event below to register: \n\nMonday\, October 5: Religion and Suicide: The Good\, the Bad\, and the Ugly\nWednesday\, October 7: Talk Saves Lives for Firearms Owners: Keeping Family\, Farm\, and our Rural Communities Suicide-Safe (Attendees must be 18 or over )\nThursday\, October 8: What Can Rural Communities and People of Faith do to Prevent Suicide?\n\nFor a full list of details on each event\, click here.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/community-conversation-what-can-rural-communities-and-people-of-faith-do-to-prevent-suicide/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:PHW,PHW Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20200723T203354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200807T213249Z
UID:31366-1601467200-1601470800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Voting Our Values: Forum on Global Common Good/Peace
DESCRIPTION:This August and September\, NCIPL will host an eight-week forum series detailing the important issues facing us this election. These events will highlight our voter reflection guide\, feature expert speakers\, and educate attendees on policy as well as voting during a pandemic. These events will educate voters and emphasize the importance of voting by introducing\, and virtually distributing\, our Values Voter Guide produced by Interfaith Power & Light in partnership with Faith in Place. \nThis eighth and final forum in our series will focus on what it means to stand up for\, and vote on global common good and peace. Experts speakers on this topic will be featured in addition to voting/election specialists. Join us for this important conversation! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\nDownload a copy of the Democracy\, Values\, & the 2020 Election voter guide here.\nWe are so grateful to be able to highlight these intersections\, and the importance of voting in the upcoming election\, through this work.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/voting-our-values-forum-on-global-common-good-peace-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:NCIPL-Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T042949
CREATED:20200723T203252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T220114Z
UID:31367-1601467200-1601470800@ncchurches.org
SUMMARY:Voting Our Values: Forum on Global Common Good/Peace
DESCRIPTION:This August and September\, NCIPL will host an eight-week forum series detailing the important issues facing us this election. These events will highlight our voter reflection guide\, feature expert speakers\, and educate attendees on policy as well as voting during a pandemic. These events will educate voters and emphasize the importance of voting by introducing\, and virtually distributing\, our Values Voter Guide produced by Interfaith Power & Light in partnership with Faith in Public Life. \nThis eighth and final forum in our series will focus on what it means to stand up for\, and vote on global common good and peace. Experts speakers on this topic will be featured in addition to voting/election specialists. Join us for this important conversation! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\nDownload a copy of the Democracy\, Values\, & the 2020 Election voter guide here.\nWe are so grateful to be able to highlight these intersections\, and the importance of voting in the upcoming election\, through this work.
URL:https://ncchurches.org/event-single/voting-our-values-forum-on-global-common-good-peace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:NCIPL
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