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SUMMARY:Older Adults DO Meditate: A Guide to Contemplation With Older Adults
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Older Adult Ministries \nEnrich your spiritual life and that of others by following the contemplation resource\, “Looking for God Over Your Shoulder.” It will be our guide to a different topic each week. An image\, scripture verse\, meditation reflection\, and prayer will be shared. Then participants will be invited to explore discussion prompts. Rev. Dr. Paul Koch\, Regional Minister of the Mid-America Region\, has been a participant in contemplative meditation circles in earnest for a decade and will lead our discussions. He practices daily meditation either alone\, with his family\, or with an online community. He has written\, with other Disciples\, “Looking Over God’s Shoulder: A Contemplation Guide for Older Adults.” \nThis is a four-part webinar series taking place each Wednesday between October 29th and November 19th. Each webinar takes place at 12:00pm ET/11:00am CT. \nWednesday\, October 29 \nWednesday\, November 5 \nWednesday\, November 12 \nWednesday\, November 19 \n  \nRegister Here
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SUMMARY:Adulting 101: Things Nobody Taught Me About Money (Part I)
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic three-part webinar series empowers youth and young adults to reimagine their relationship with money. Hosted in partnership between the Making a Child Change (M.A.C.C.) Foundation\, Disciple Home Mission’s YAYA Ministries\, and NBA’s Young Adult Leadership Development Program\, each session combines practical financial tools with in-depth reflection on money as a tool\, a privilege\, and a responsibility.   \nParticipants will explore:  \n\nMindset: Unpacking family stories\, spiritual wisdom\, and historical context around money. \n\n\nBehavior: Building financial agency through budgeting\, intentional spending\, and foundational habits. \n\n\nLegacy: Planning for the future with strategic saving\, debt management\, investing\, and generosity. \n\nThe schedule for the series is as follows: \nPart I- November 5th\nPart II- December 10th\nPart III- January 21st \nAll three sessions will begin at 7:00pm ET/6:00pm CT. There is no cost to attend. \n  \nSpeakers\nSophia M. Barnett is a passionate social entrepreneur and the Executive Director of Making a Child Change Foundation\, an organization dedicated to empowering teens through financial literacy education\, employment opportunities\, and entrepreneurial training. As a leader for over 20 years\, Sophia has championed numerous projects including four enduring ventures of her own\, coupled with a life-long commitment to imparting wisdom as a Financial Literacy Advisor\, Licensed Minister\, and certified National Entrepreneur. Under her guidance\, the M.A.C.C. foundation has launched innovative programs like the After School Financial Literacy Program and the M.A.C.C. Burger Employment Initiative\, both of which have received recognition for their impact and effectiveness. Sophia’s love for youth empowerment and commitment to improving Detroit’s economic landscape are at the heart of the Making a Child Change mission! Beyond her professional pursuits\, she is a culinary maestro and relishes her role as the cherished mother of three fearfully and wonderfully made young adults!!  \nRev. Managerrie Winston is a minister\, educator\, and advocate committed to creating spaces where all people regardless of age\, identity\, or background can belong and thrive. She currently serves as Youth and Young Adult Ministries Coordinator with Disciples Home Missions of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)\, where she equips emerging leaders to grow\, heal\, and lead with purpose. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Texas Woman’s University and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Texas Southern University\, with a concentration in Public Relations and Advertising and a minor in Radio\, Film\, and Television. Rev. Winston is presently pursuing a Master of Divinity at Christian Theological Seminary. Her work includes the development of SELF\, an affirming curriculum that nurtures the spiritual and emotional wellbeing of youth navigating today’s challenges. She also facilitates intergenerational trainings\, creates faith formation resources\, and organizes transformative gatherings such as Blooming to Plant: Going Beyond the Perimeter Training\, which equips pastors and volunteers to cultivate ministries that welcome\, affirm\, and empower.
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SUMMARY:2025 Mental Health Summit for Clergy
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Mental Health Summit for Clergy is a three-hour virtual summit designed to equip clergy with essential mental health knowledge to better support themselves and their congregations. Through expert-led sessions and practical discussions\, participants will explore how to recognize mental health challenges and respond with care\, how to build effective partnerships with community mental health\, and learn how to intentionally weave mental health and wellness awareness into every aspect of congregational life\, from sermons and small groups to outreach and pastoral care. As we acknowledge the emotional demands of ministry\, this summit also offers tools to support clergy well-being as they become informed\, compassionate leaders in promoting mental well-being in their faith communities.   \n  \nAgenda (all times Eastern)\n11:15am        Welcome and Centering\n                         Rev. Joselyn Spence   \n11:25am       Session 1: Keynote – Recognizing Mental Health\n                        Dr. LaVerne Collins   \n12:15pm      Session 2: Incorporating MH in Congregational Life\n                       Rev. Joselyn  Spence\n \n12:50pm     Small Break   \n1:15pm        Session 3: Clergy Wellness\n                       Rev. Joselyn  Spence\n \n1:50pm       Small Groups\n                       NBA’s Mental Health & Wellness Team and Special Guests   \n2:20pm      Closing   \n  \nSpeakers:  \n \nRev. Joselyn Spence\, LPC\, ATR\, RYT serves as the Director of the NBA’s Mental Health and Wellness Initiative. In this role\, Joselyn works to design and implement programs that promote holistic wellness across all NBA programs. This work is done through the creation of learning resources for clergy and community leaders\, addressing the needs of pastors in a variety of ministry settings\, sharing the stories that help to eliminate stigmas related to mental health and wellness. She is passionate about mental health care\, holistic wellness\, communal care ethics\, and spirituality. As a holistic wellness specialist\, she has worked at the intersection of these passions to develop research and provide empathic care to all she is called to serve. \nDr. LaVerne Collins is a National Certified Counselor and owner of a private practice and counselor training company\, New Seasons Counseling\, Training and Consulting\, Inc.\, as well as the owner of Collins Christian Life Coaching\, LLC. Working as a counselor\, writer\, professional coach\, mentor\, trainer\, workshop presenter\, minister and serial entrepreneur for over 25 years\, she has vast experience in helping people and organizations manage life’s unexpected crises\, grief and loss issues\, relationship issues\, and mental health. Dr. Collins is the author of two books\, The Fruit of Your Pain: Experiencing Spiritual Renewal Through Seasons of Struggle and OVERLOOKED: Counselor Insights for the Unspoken Issues in Black American Life.  \n Additionally\, she has published several works in professional textbooks and trade publications\, including a two-year “Honoring Diversity” series focused on cultural competence in clinical work for the American Counseling Association’s Counseling Today magazine. She is also a contributing author to Multicultural Counseling: Responding with Cultural Humility\, Empathy\, and Advocacy and Sage Encyclopedia of Multicultural Counseling\, Social Justice\, and Advocacy. In addition to various clinical roles\, Dr. Collins served as the Program Director and Interim Vice President for the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) Foundation and Professional Services Division.  She was also an adjunct professor/lecturer in Counselor Education and Development at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro (UNCG)\, and currently\, she serves on the Industry Advisory Council for the University of Phoenix. \nDr. Collins has a dual bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University and an M.S. Ed in Community Counseling from Duquesne University. She holds a Ph.D. in Christian Counseling from South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary. She is certified in coaching\, clinical supervision\, grief\, trauma\, integrative nutrition coaching\, telehealth counseling\, and addiction counseling.
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