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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251110T193000
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SUMMARY:Methodist Lay Preachers Network Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This annual meeting gives us an opportunity to meet online as a national group\, share our experiences\, discuss concerns\, ask and hopefully answer questions.  Some of this time can be used in smaller break-out groups.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/methodist-lay-preachers-network-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251029T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250825T091443Z
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SUMMARY:Parables - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Led by Rev Dr Geoff New\, Principal\, Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership \n\n\n\nExplore the parables of Jesus with Rev Dr Geoff New in this two-part Methodist Lay Preachers Network series. These sessions will offer insight\, inspiration\, and practical help for those leading worship and preaching today.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/parables-session-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250825T091621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T035733Z
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SUMMARY:Parables - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Led by Rev Dr Geoff New\, Principal\, Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership \n\n\n\nExplore the parables of Jesus with Rev Dr Geoff New in this two-part Methodist Lay Preachers Network series. These sessions will offer insight\, inspiration\, and practical help for those leading worship and preaching today.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/parables-session-1/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250901T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250829T092226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T092230Z
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SUMMARY:Methodist Lay Preachers Network zoom discussion
DESCRIPTION:For our Methodist members\, an opportunity to discuss in plenary and/or smaller break-out groups– training and recognition of Lay Preachers\,– a preview of our report to Conference 2025 and– explore ways ahead for the Network and the interdenominational New Zealand Lay Preachers Association (NZLPA) to work more efficiently together or combine. \n\n\n\nWithout the Network\, who would be available to answer queries around Methodist training and accreditation in English-speaking parishes\, represent and advocate for Lay Preaching interests at Connexional level\, convene occasional zoom meetings\, maintain the database and send in names of accredited Lay Preachers for the Methodist Yearbook? \n\n\n\nMethodist Lay Preachers Network is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: Methodist Lay Preachers Network’s General discussion Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nTime: Sep 1\, 2025 07:30 PM Auckland\, Wellington \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82150119728?pwd=20f1XnKJK9sKDu1BJCnXJ0W2xfu6rN.1 \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 821 5011 9728 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 481087
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/methodist-lay-preachers-network-zoom-discussion/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250825T085410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T091848Z
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SUMMARY:Rivers of Connexion - The Bicultural Journey
DESCRIPTION:Led by Rev Keita Hotere\, Minita-i-tohia\, Taranaki and TeRito Peyroux\, accredited Lay Preacher and former Vice-President of MCNZ
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/rivers-of-connexion-the-bicultural-journey/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250725T080759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T230114Z
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SUMMARY:Worship Resources
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Philip Garside—Methodist lay preacher\, writer\, publisher and bookseller—who will introduce a range of practical and inspiring worship materials from his publishing catalogue. This online session\, hosted by the Methodist Lay Preachers Network\, is designed for lay preachers\, ministers and worship leaders seeking new ideas and tools to support their ministry. Whether you’re planning all-age services\, preparing sermons\, or looking for creative liturgical content\, you’ll discover accessible resources to help lead worship with confidence and imagination
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/worship-resources/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250709T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250709T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250312T001846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085345Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Writings
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Writings(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 2 Jul 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 9 July 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: These sessions were originally scheduled for one week earlier\, but had to be rescheduled due to our speaker becoming unavailable on the original date.\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:This is the fourth and final session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from the writings – the historical and wisdom writing of the First Testament. 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-writings/2025-07-09/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250702T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250702T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085345Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Writings
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Writings(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 2 Jul 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 9 July 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: These sessions were originally scheduled for one week earlier\, but had to be rescheduled due to our speaker becoming unavailable on the original date.\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:This is the fourth and final session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from the writings – the historical and wisdom writing of the First Testament. 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-writings/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250604T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250604T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250311T235346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085439Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Prophets
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Prophets(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 28 May 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 04 June 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:This is the third session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from the prophets – the the prophetic utterances of the former and latter prophets as recorded in the First Testament. 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-prophets/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops,Short Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250528T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250311T235346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085439Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Prophets
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Prophets(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 28 May 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 04 June 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:This is the third session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from the prophets – the the prophetic utterances of the former and latter prophets as recorded in the First Testament. 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-prophets/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops,Short Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250507T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250501T013552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085816Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Torah
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Torah(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 30 April 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 07 May 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:Explore the foundations of the Bible through the first five books — a journey into stories of creation\, covenant\, liberation\, and identity.  Delve into how these sacred texts came together\, the questions they raise\, and what they mean for us today. \n\n\n\nThis is the second session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from The Law – the first five books of the First Testament. 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-torah-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250430T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250501T013824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085834Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Torah
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Torah(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 30 April 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 07 May 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:Explore the foundations of the Bible through the first five books — a journey into stories of creation\, covenant\, liberation\, and identity.  Delve into how these sacred texts came together\, the questions they raise\, and what they mean for us today. \n\n\n\nThis is the second session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from The Law – the first five books of the First Testament. 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-torah-3/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250402T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250402T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250502T054757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085905Z
UID:10000052-1743622200-1743625800@nzlpa.org.nz
SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Introduction(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 26 March 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 2 April 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-introduction-2/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250326T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20250311T231556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085916Z
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SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Introduction(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 26 March 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 2 April 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 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. \n\n\n\n💻 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-introduction/2025-03-26/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20241015T235743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T000043Z
UID:10000025-1731232800-1731245400@nzlpa.org.nz
SUMMARY:In-Person Brunch Gathering
DESCRIPTION: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 .
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/in-person-brunch-gathering/
LOCATION:Waiwhetu Uniting Church\, 6 Trafalgar Str\, Waiwhetu\, Lower Hutt\, 5010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241104T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241104T213000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
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SUMMARY:Methodist Lay Preachers Network AGM
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/methodist-lay-preachers-network-agm/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240827T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T052055
CREATED:20240819T010020Z
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SUMMARY:Methodist Lay Preachers' Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Methodist Lay Preachers Network Meeting\n\n\n\nWe 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 \n\n\n\nTuesday 27 August at 7.30pm by Zoom\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 836 8904 5212 \n\n\n\n\n\nPasscode: 435061 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83689045212?pwd=JPrN69YqMIhgRXROKPB3b5cVYE0dnU.1 \n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nPlease 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.
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/methodist-lay-preachers-meeting/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Methodist Lay Preachers Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com
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