Join us remotely via Zoom for one hour on Wednesday, June 26, as we learn from Dr. Jen Hale Christy and explore the courage required of us as leaders to welcome questions and doubts, be our authentic selves, and foster truly inclusive communities.
"My journey, both as a researcher focused on the full inclusion of women in churches and as the host of the podcast PreacHer, has underscored a vital truth: our churches are shrinking because we haven’t created spaces where everyone can belong."
Jen Hale Christy is a writer, speaker, and podcast host whose published work addresses the reality that many of our churches are shrinking because we haven’t created a place where everyone can belong. She helps women embrace their calling, identity, and strength to create spaces of belonging, and coaches early- and mid-career people through discernment, difficult conversations, and growth. She also serves as the full-time Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Beaverton, Oregon, where she lives with her husband Dave, four kids, and two dogs. Jen earned a Doctor of Ministry in Missional and Spiritual Formation from Lipscomb University, a Master of Divinity from Abilene Christian University, and a BA in Psychology from the University of California at Davis. In addition to her family, Jen’s favorite things are: playing games with friends, discovering new recipes, traveling, playing the ukulele, roller skating, running, and watching Marvel movies.
To answer some commonly asked questions about these regular gatherings:
"Why are you still meeting?" "Don't become too familiar with loneliness. Community is a risk, but liberation depends on the collective. Who can you trust to hold you?" -- Cole Arthur Riley, author of Black Liturgies
"How can I prepare?" Courageous leaders pay attention and listen actively. We invite you to bring a spirit of curiosity and openness to these gatherings and to all aspects of your life. What are you noticing? Where is Spirit moving? How are you being invited to participate in the work God is already doing, especially outside the walls of the building where the church often gathers?
"What if I'm not a group person?" Courageous leaders take calculated risks. We invite you to take a small step outside your comfort zone and allow yourself to be seen and witnessed. We can almost guarantee that you will be pleasantly surprised by the loving, caring, and nurturing nature of community in this time together.
Recordings from prior gatherings can be found here: https://www.elcacoaching.org/podcasts/media
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