November 2014
Leader’s Connection – Edmonton
The New Direction staff will be stopping in Edmonton as part of our Generous Spaciousness tour across Western Canada this November, and we are setting aside time to connect especially with church leaders, since they are so frequently engaged in conversations at the intersection of faith and sexuality. We welcome all clergy, lay leaders, and other interested people from Edmonton area churches to participate in this half-day event. Highly interactive, this conversation will give voice to the critical questions congregations…
Find out more »Generous Spaciousness Conversation – Edmonton
The New Direction staff is launching a Generous Spaciousness tour hitting thirteen cities across Canada. We will arrive in Edmonton on November 7 and will be offering an evening event at The King's University! Please join us to engage in relevant and respectful dialogue at the intersection of faith and sexuality. During the evening, we will unpack the posture of Generous Spaciousness as a way forward for Christians and churches to navigate diversity, we will hear stories of LGBTQ+ journeys…
Find out more »CRC Day of Encouragement – Edmonton, Alberta
Wendy Gritter will be presenting at this year’s Day of Encouragement (CRC). What is Day of Encouragement? Diaconal Ministries Canada and Christian Reformed Church Home Missions invite you to join us at the Day of Encouragement on November 8, 2014 in Edmonton, Alberta. There will be great worship, wonderful fellowship and plenty of opportunities to be equipped! More information will be available closer to the date of the event.
Find out more »CRC Day of Encouragement – Edmonton
NURTURING GENEROUS SPACIOUSNESS— Responding to Gay Christians in the Church (by Wendy VanderWal-Gritter) How can we navigate diverse perspectives on homosexuality, extend hospitality, encourage discipleship and promote unity in our churches? We will reflect on the stories of gay Christians and encourage transformational dialogue.
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