University of Otago Theology Programme Open Lecture
2024-08-20 17:15 - 18:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Archway 4 Lecture Theatre, Archway Lecture Theatre Complex, Dunedin North, Dunedin, 9016, New Zealand
“Generosity in the Letters of Paul: What’s the Difference between Grace and Humanism?”

by Professor John Barclay, Lightfoot Professor of Divinity, Department of Theology and Religion, Durham University.

ALL WELCOME!

This lecture will also be live-streamed at: https://www.otago.ac.nz/its/services/teaching-and-research-services/streaming/video-streaming-channel-4

Professor Barclay’s many books include Paul and the Power of Grace; Paul and the Gift; Pauline Churches and Diaspora Jews; Against Apion: Translation and Commentary; Jews in the Mediterranean Diaspora from Alexander to Trajan (323 BCE – 117 CE); Colossians and Philemon; Obeying the Truth: A Study of Paul’s Ethics in Galatians.

The Bishop Muru Walters Lecture Series: Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau: Session 1
2024-08-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Online – Zoom Webinar
Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau

Tikanga, attitudes, te ngakau me te waiaro o te tangata – Bishop Te Kitohi Pikaahu

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The Bishop Muru Walters Lecture Series: Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau: Session 2
2024-08-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Online – Zoom Webinar
Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau

Ally / Advocate voices – a panel

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Methodist Lay Preachers' Meeting
2024-08-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Online – Zoom Meeting
Methodist Lay Preachers Network Meeting

We warmly invite Lay Preachers and Kaikarakia from all Synods, experienced, in-training or anyone simply interested to the Methodist Lay Preachers Network zoom meeting on

Tuesday 27 August at 7.30pm by Zoom

Meeting ID: 836 8904 5212

Passcode: [REDACTED]

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83689045212?pwd=[REDACTED]

We will be talking about the Lay Preachers service and lunch at Waiwhetu during Conference, and give an update on training and accreditation. We are looking for mentors and for others to join us as Network convenors. This will also be an opportunity to meet other Lay Preachers across the motu and address any questions.

Please pass this on to any Lay Preachers who do not have email. They may be able to join up with someone on zoom locally for the evening.

The Bishop Muru Walters Lecture Series: Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau: Session 3
2024-09-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Online – Zoom Meeting
Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau

The Anglican Canons – Rev Richard Bonifant

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Children’s Ministry Network Gathering
2024-09-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Beckenham Methodist Church, 83 Malcolm Ave, Beckenahm, Christchurch, 8023, New Zealand
Come and meet with others involved in Children’s Ministry in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

We’ll start with Dessert and Coffee at 7:30, then from 8 we’ll gather to chat and connect.

Make new friends, share ideas and resources, pray for each other.

Beckenham Methodist Church, 83 Malcolm Ave, Beckenahm, but enter from 52 Martin Ave!

This is a New Zealand Children’s Ministry Network event, hosted by Scripture Union.

Please RSVP for catering purposes to Liz Eichler liz.e@sunz.org.nz

The Bishop Muru Walters Lecture Series: Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau: Session 4
2024-09-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Online – Zoom Webinar
Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau

Deconstructing the Biblical Texts – Dr Emily Colgan

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Annual Hoani Parata Lecture
2024-09-13 17:30 - 19:30 | All Saints’ Anglican Church, Dunedin, 786 Cumberland Str, North Dunedin, Dunedin, 9016, New Zealand
The Theology Programme at the University of Otago and Selwyn College Te Maru Pūmanawa are pleased to present the third annual Hoani Parata Lecture to honour Reverend Canon Hoani Parata (1881–1928), the first Māori resident at Te Maru Pūmanawa.

Uncovering an extraordinary life: exploring the Hoani Parata papers

A Lecture by Rauhina Scott-Fyfe, (Kāi Tahu, Kāti Māmoe), Māori Archivist, Hocken Collections Te Uare Taoka o Hākena,

Refreshments will be provided at Selwyn College after the lecture.

All welcome

The Bishop Muru Walters Lecture Series: Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau: Session 5
2024-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Online – Zoom Webinar
Inclusivity of Takataapui Whanau

Takataapui Voices – a panel

Cultivating a Culture of p.e.a.c.e
2024-09-21 14:00 - 17:00 | Al-Masjid Al-Jamie (Ponsonby Mosque), 17 Vermont Str, Ponsonby, Auckland, 1011, New Zealand
Public Lecture and AGM

EVENT PROGRAMME

2:00pm – Annual General Meeting of The Council of Christians and Muslims

2:30pm – Afternoon tea

3:00pm – Guest speakers discuss “Cultivating a Culture of Peace” (discussion to follow).

ABOUT ‘CULTIVATING A CULTURE OF PEACE’

The 21st of September 2024 is observed by the United Nations (UN) as the International Day of Peace, and marks the 25th anniversary of the UN’s initiative to develop a “Culture of Peace”.

This is a “set of values, attitudes, modes of behaviour and ways of life that reject violence and prevent conflicts by tackling their root causes to solve problems through dialogue and negotiation among individuals groups and nations.” The UN theme for this year’s events is ‘Cultivating a Culture of Peace’.

In a world where protracted conflict and violence continue to rage, The Council of Christians and Muslims will take the opportunity to reflect on how we can contribute to ‘cultivating a culture of peace’ as people of faith.

GUEST SPEAKERS

Tayyaba Khan is the Change Director for the Religious Diversity Centre Aotearoa New Zealand, and has over 20 years experience in community development and advocacy work. She is passionate about working with minority and faith-based communities, with a particular interest in utilising social justice, human rights, and ethical approaches to building a more peaceful world.

Rev Dr Jordan Redding is the Minister at St Heliers Church and Community Centre, and Chair of Student Christian Movement Aotearoa. He is a sought-after author and speaker within the Presbyterian Church and for various faith-based groups that advocate for justice, peace, and fullness of life to all people and to our world.

Manalagi: The Church and Pacific Rainbow+ Individuals in Aotearoa NZ
2024-10-04 16:00 - 17:30 | Wesley Hall, St Johns College, 210 Saint Johns Rd, St Johns, Auckland, 1072, New Zealand
You are invited to a Public Lecture scheduled for 4th October 2024, 4pm @Trinity College. This is a free event and is arranged to facilitate conversations. If you are interested, RSVP to Barbara Maile (bmaile@trinitycollege.ac.nz) by the 15th September for booking and catering purposes.

This public event is co-sponsored by the Ministry for Pacific Peoples, the Methodist Church of New Zealand, and Trinity College.

RSVP

Sponsored By

Comemorating the Council of Nicaea in 2025
2024-10-07 16:10 - 17:00 | Online – Zoom Meeting
The year 2025 will mark the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea in 325, a key moment in the history of Christian faith and for the ecumenical journey today. To mark the anniversary, the World Council of Churches is planning a year of activities at the centre of which will be the Sixth World Conference on Faith and Order. The conference will gather churchleaders and theologians of different traditions around the theme “Where now for visible unity?” with a focus on the issues of faith, unity, and mission.Dr Stephen Brown, editor of The Ecumenical Review, the quarterly journal of the World Council of Churches, and communication officer for Faith and Order will present a seminar on the importance of commemorating the Council and its continuing significance for the global church. Originally from Britain, Dr Brown is based near Geneva and is a member of the United Protestant Church of France.

Second Temple Judaism:
2024-10-23 19:00 - 20:30 | EarthDiverse Centre, Lvl 1, 401 Anglesea Street, Hamilton, 3204, New Zealand
Ancient Israel through the Destruction of the Second Temple

EarthDiverse is pleased to announce a new course in its Religious Studies programme entitled: “Second Temple Judaism: Ancient Israel through the Destruction of the Second Temple” with Dr Dennis Green, PhD. The course takes place on Wednesday nights 7:00-8:30pm beginning on 23 Oct 2024. This is a History and Religious Studies course designed towards learning more about the complex history and context of the Middle-East and the rise of early Judaism and the emergence of Christianity. More specifically, this 6-week course examines the religio-cultural matrix spanning Ancient Israel, Greek & Roman rule, through the destruction of the Second Temple. This period produced Judaism, Jesus and the earliest Jesus movement prior to the emergence of a new religion called Christianity. It was an era of rapid religious change and uncertainty, massive cultural clashes and unending political turmoil, yet it was also an era of great religious creativity and diversity.

For more information on this, and our other history, philosophy and language courses on offer this Term, please visit our website at <https://earthdiverse.org.nz>

This course is available as an in-person course in Hamilton, live-streamed via Zoom, or available as video recordings to watch at your leisure.

Pricing is $160 Waged or $130 Unwaged, including GST.

NZ Lay Preachers' Assoc AGM
2024-10-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Online – Zoom Meeting
You’re warmly invited to the NZ Lay Preachers’ Association Annual General Meeting. This is an opportunity to connect with fellow members, reflect on our achievements over the past year, and help shape the future direction of our association. Key items on the agenda include the presentation of reports, important updates, and the election of our executive team.

Your voice and participation are essential, and we encourage all members to attend. Please RSVP to confirm your place. Once registered, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your “ticket.”

Further details, including agendas and reports, will be available soon on the main AGM page. We look forward to your support and contributions!

Zoom Meeting details are now available on the main meeting page – click below;

More InfoNomination details, Agenda, Reports etc

Methodist Lay Preachers Network AGM
2024-11-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Online – Zoom Meeting
The Methodist Lay Preachers Network AGM will discuss the ministry of lay preachers in Methodist, union, and cooperating parishes. All lay preachers, including those who lead worship in any way, are warmly encouraged to join us.

Live More Sustainably
2024-11-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Wesley Methodist Church Papatoetoe, 39 Kolmar Rd, Papatoetoe, Auckland, 2025, New Zealand
Learn how to

Live More Sustainably

Come and Learn from the amazing Sarah Hamilton.

Pro tips to reduce waste

Recycling hacks

Reuse and repurposing tips

learn about natural resources

learn how to choose Sustainable Products

WMCANZ ConneXion24
2024-11-08 08:00 - 2024-11-10 17:00 | East City Wesleyan Church, 219 Burswood Drive, Botany, Auckland, 2013, New Zealand
Wesleyan Methodist Church of Aotearoa NZConneXion 24

CO|MISSIONED

Being and Making Disciples

This Conference we will celebrate and prioritise the being and making of disciples (through the lens of our Vision and Mission).

Programme

8.30am – 4.30pm: Friday 8th November – National Conference Missional Discernment SessionsWho can attend? Mainly designed for Ministers and Church Lay Representatives. Others are welcome to observe Conference but are not able to participate in proceedings.

6pm – 10pm: Friday 8th November – ConneXion Celebration Dinner Testimonies, Tributes, Celebrations and FellowshipWho can attend? – Everyone is welcome!

​9am – 4pm: Saturday 9th November – Keynote SessionsWho can attend? Everyone is welcome!

​7pm – 9pm: Saturday 9th November – Ordination and Worship ServiceWho can attend? Everyone is welcome!

Children’s Programme @ Connexion

An exciting children’s programme is available on Saturday during ConneXion for parents who are attending the keynote sessions. ​​​​Spaces are limited, and children MUST be booked in with your registration.

ConneXion is the annual gathering of the Wesleyan Methodist Church of Aotearoa-New Zealand. Join us for worship, celebration, equipping for missional fruitfulness and collective missional discernment. Everyone is welcome.

Methodist Conference 2024
2024-11-08 08:00 - 2024-11-13 17:00 | Wesley Methodist Church, 75 Taranaki Str, Te Aro, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Don’t just change, Transform!

Business Sessions are for Delegates, formal Observers and other authorised persons only.

Selected sessions are open to the public, including;

10.00am Fri 8th – Conference Event: Dawn Raids 50th Commemoration Project

5.30pm Fri 8th – Wesley Historical Society (NZ) AGM, Dinner and Annual Lecture

10.30am Sat 9th – Service to Honour Those Who Have Died

2.30pm Sat 9th – Induction Service for President and Vice President

4.30pm Sat 9th – Recognition of Retirees

11.00am Sun 10th – Lay Preachers Meeting & Lunch

2.30pm Sun 10th – Service of Ordination and Reception into Full Connexion

In-Person Brunch Gathering
2024-11-10 10:00 - 13:30 | Waiwhetu Uniting Church, 6 Trafalgar Str, Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt, 5010, New Zealand
This in-person gathering is open to Lay Preachers from across denominations, not just Methodist. Whether you preach or lead worship in other ways, we’d love to have you join us for brunch after the morning service, followed by conversations on Lay Preacher issues .

Common Grace National Gathering
2024-11-15 16:00 - 2024-11-17 14:00 | Ngatiawa River Monastery, 82 Terrace Road, Akatarawa Valley, Reikorangi, 5391, New Zealand
Do you want to connect with others of Christian faith, to explore how you can take steps to transform unjust structures? Our friends at Common Grace Aotearoa are planning a National Gathering for just this purpose – so we encourage you to get your tickets here and join in!

Join 70+ people, from 15 – 17 November at Ngatiawa River Monastery to connect, be discipled and upskill together in areas of social justice & advocacy. The main themes for the gathering include Climate, Economic and Te Tiriti Justice, as well as peace in the Holy Land. There’ll be plenty of time for biblical reflection, prayer, worship, kōrero and kai as well.

Find out more and get your tickets here today!

What is the Common Grace National Gathering?

In November 2023, we hosted our inaugural National Gathering at Ngatiawa River Monastery. With over 70 of us from all ages together throughout the weekend, we had many opportunities to learn, engage, listen, kōrero, pray and eat kai together.

Members of our growing community contributed as speakers, leading workshops, prayer sessions, childcare and cooking beautiful food! Common Grace Aotearoa is powered by a whole community of people and this weekend was a great way to build connections across our growing movement.

What to expect?

At the 2024 National Gathering you can expect everything you’ve grown to love about the kaupapa of Common Grace Aotearoa! We’ll be having some wonderfully well thought through kōrero (conversation) about Climate, Economic and Te Tiriti Justice, as well as peace in Palestine. We really recommend coming for the full weekend if you can!

Our guest and in-house contributors will be providing seminars, workshops, bible studies, panels, along with prayer and worship, all have a depth of expertise and rich perspectives which makes this whole gathering so exciting to be putting on.

This year we are hoping the gathering can be bigger and better than last year, and adjusting capacity to hold more people means most attendees will be tenting festival style! All meals are provided for as part of your ticket.We can’t wait to see what will bubble up and unfold in this Common Grace kaupapa [with you all] after this National Gathering!

Ready to register? Get your tickets today.

Pakukore: Poverty, by Design - Addressing the systemic causes of poverty and options for change.
2024-11-21 17:00 - 2024-11-23 17:00 | Rutherford House, 33 Bunny Str, Pipitea, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
This conference addresses poverty in Aotearoa New Zealand. It analyses the economic, governmental, legal and institutional systems that have created poverty, and which continue to lock too many whānau in its grip. It asks whether a developed nation should continue to tolerate poverty and inequality. It invites speakers who work at the front lines in the fight against poverty to tell us of the lasting and severe harms it inflicts on people’s lives. The programme will be ordered around the systems that have played, and continue to play, key roles in underpinning and maintaining the crisis of poverty: economic management, the housing, health, welfare and education systems, the courts and corrections, and short-term political thinking. The conference will also look at where hope lies, and how we can choose to re-design Aotearoa to eradicate poverty and heal those who suffer its harms.

Speakers from research backgrounds and the front lines will provide evidence, present joined-up thinking and examine where hope lies for eradicating poverty and assisting those who suffer its harms.

The conference will include sessions covering: The cost of poverty – Welfare and Inequality – State Violence and Legacies of Poverty – Housing and Homelessness – Health and (In)equality – The outcomes of Education – The Politics of Poverty – Lines of Hope.

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Shaping Worship Across Generations
2024-11-30 09:30 - 12:30 | Online – Zoom Meeting
AELP Gathering

Theme: Intergenerational Worship: Shaping Worship Across Generations

We are delighted to invite you to the AELP Zoom Gathering, a unique opportunity to join a wider audience from across the country. Whether you’re familiar with Zoom or new to the platform, we’ve made sure this session will be engaging and interactive. Plus, it will be recorded for later viewing on the NZLPA website, so you won’t miss a moment!

About the Session

This year’s theme, “Intergenerational Worship: Shaping Worship Across Generations,” will explore the significance of designing worship experiences that speak to people of all ages. Rev. Michael Lemanu, Regional Enabler for Te Whānau Weteriana o Taranaki, will lead a thought-provoking discussion on why intergenerational worship matters – even for congregations that may not have a large youth presence.

He will offer practical insights on how lay preachers and worship leaders can create services that are mindful of diverse generations, contexts, and backgrounds, and how to make worship more inclusive for everyone.

Co-Facilitators

The session will be co-facilitated by So’otaga Misikei, the incoming Young Adults Leadership Development Coordinator for the Lower North Island Synod. So’otaga brings experience as a ministry student within the Taranaki District of the Methodist Church and will contribute his perspective on young adult leadership in worship.

What to Expect

This session will follow a Talanoa (conversational) format, allowing participants to share their experiences and insights. Alongside rich discussion, we will explore the practical “mechanics” of worship, including music, liturgy, inclusive language, and creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned worship leader or a lay preacher, you’ll leave with new ideas and inspiration for your ministry.

Click here for Post Event Resources

Introduction to the Gospel of Luke.
2024-11-30 10:00 - 14:00 | St Johns Methodist Church, 20 Wellington Str, Hamilton East, Hamilton, 3216, New Zealand
It’s nearly Christmas butWaikato-Waiariki Synod is helping get you ready for 2025!

Synod Education Day:

Introduction to the Gospel of Luke.

with

Rev Dr. Lynne Wall, New Testament scholar.

Luke is the lectionary gospel for next year.Get a head start for the services you are leading in 2025 and learn some of the background to Luke’s gospel.

When: Saturday November 30th,10.00am – 2.00pm

Where: Hamilton East Parish20 Wellington St, Hamilton East.

What do I bring?

$10 contribution,

your lunch,

a plate for morning tea to share (one per car),

a notebook to write in.

All welcome, especially Lay Preachers.

Please let us know if you are interested in coming – reply to: Jan Fogg, janmfogg@gmail.com

Aotearoa NZ Association for Biblical Studies: 27th Annual Meeting
2024-12-02 08:00 - 2024-12-03 17:00 | Carey Baptist College | Te Kāreti Iriiri o Carey, 473 Great South Road, Penrose,, Auckland, 1061
Further details on registration and conference arrangements will be sent out in early October.Registration (including morning and afternoon teas): $50 waged, $25 online and waged, free for unwaged—payable at the conference by EFTPOS. In addition, an optional conference dinner will be held on the Monday evening, cost to be announced.

We will be sharing the venue with the Systematic Theology Association in Aotearoa New Zealand (STAANZ) conference, and attendees will be able to attend sessions from either conference.

Systematic Theology Association in Aotearoa NZ: Annual Meeting
2024-12-02 08:00 - 2024-12-03 17:00 | Carey Baptist College | Te Kāreti Iriiri o Carey, 473 Great South Road, Penrose,, Auckland, 1061
Further details on registration and conference arrangements will be sent out when available.Registration (including morning and afternoon teas): $50 waged, $25 online and waged, free for unwaged—payable at the conference by EFTPOS. In addition, an optional conference dinner will be held on the Monday evening, cost to be announced.

We will be sharing the venue with the Aotearoa NZ Association for Biblical Studies (ANZABS) conference, and attendees will be able to attend sessions from either conference.

NZASR Conference 2024
2024-12-07 08:00 - 2024-12-08 17:00 | Mercure Queenstown, Sainsbury Rd., Fernhill, Queenstown, 9200, New Zealand
Details of 2024 conference to be announced

Thinking, Making & Using Quality Resources for 2025
2025-02-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Takapuna Methodist Church, 427 Lake Road, Takapuna, Auckland, 0622, New Zealand
Speakers:

Terry Wall, David Bell, Nicola Grundy

Resources under the spotlight:

Little Essays on Big Theological Ideas – what everyone needs to know but we’re not telling them

Where the Meanings, Are – synod zines: how to use in wider community settings and why

Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird – making a difference with your discussion group or Sunday service

Who can come?

Anyone who wants to do things well in ministry

What to bring?

Heart, mind, and perhaps those strangely old-fashioned things, pen or pencil and a notebook

RSVP Nowor email David Bell at trinitybells@gmail.com!

State of the Nation 2025 Report
2025-02-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Main Hall, The Salvation Army, 575 Princes Street, Dunedin, 9015, New Zealand
You are warmly invited to the launch of the Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit State of the Nation 2025 report.

6pm Thursday 13 February 2025,

The Salvation Army Dunedin, 575 Princes St, Dunedin

Light refreshments available.

Whakapā mai:

RSVP by Tuesday 11 Feb to wendy.lobb@salvationarmy.org.nz

Kete Aroha o Waipounamu 2025 (KAW)
2025-03-16 14:30 - 2025-03-18 15:00 | Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
School of Theology

South Island Methodist Synod

Te Hinota Weteriana o te Waipounamu

We are pleased to announce that our two keynote speakers will be current MCNZ President, Dr Te Aroha Rountree, and Dr Emily Colgan.

While Te Aroha is currently on secondment from Trinity Methodist Theological College, Emily continues to offer her scholarship and wisdom to the Trinity College students.

Most people in Te Hāhi know how gifted these two speakers are -well worth prioritizing your time to be part of this event.

There will also be Workshops on topics like:

origins of Christianity in the West Coast from a Māori perspective (Paul Madgwick)

Climate Justice – sharing findings from last year’s World Methodist Conference (Mark Gibson)

Working with Pacific People as part of your congregation (Losana Korovulavula and Maca Vuniwaqa)

Congregational-based Ministry with children – the learnings that come with experience (Joohong Kim, Pat White and Ali Greening)

A fresh look at the New Zealand liturgical calendar (Rev Canon Micheal Wallace)

As a result of feedback from last year’s Kete Aroha o Waipounamu, the workshops will be organised so that participants will be able to attend more of these stimulating sessions.

Full Program

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Registration Instructions

This is an editable PDF form. Please download it to your desktop and fill in the sections indicated. Then “Save as” under the File Menu, using your name as the file name and return to the email address below, no later than Wednesday 5 March. The form may not function properly unless it is downloaded. If you have problems, please print and manually fill out and then scan or photograph and return, or send the same information in an email to kaw@aldersgate.org.nz with your name in the subject line. This email address can also be used for any enquiries.

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Lead Worship: First Testament - Introduction
2025-03-26 19:30 - 20:30 | Online – Zoom Meeting
Topic: First Testament – Introduction(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series)

📅 Session 1: Lecture

Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2025

Time: 07:30pm

Presenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall

📅 Session 2: Discussion

Date: Wednesday, 2 April 2025

Time: 07:30PM

Facilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster

📖 About this session:This is the first session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts, setting the stage for deeper engagement. The following week’s discussion session, facilitated by Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster, will provide an opportunity to reflect, ask questions, and explore applications for worship leadership.

💻 Format: Online via Zoom (click the button to join the meeting)🎯 Who should attend? Open to all worship leaders looking to deepen their biblical knowledge.
