Friday Morning Workshops

The "Internet 101" Workshop will be held at First Congregational UCC.
All other workshops will be held at the nearby Methodist Church.
You'll find complete details at the registration table.

9:00 - 12:00

"Low Carbon Diet "
Leader: Matt Royster, Member of Columbine United Church, UCC, Littleton, CO

You can lose 5000 pounds in only 30 days… this stuff is for real! Learn all about how the Low Carbon Diet could work, both in your life and the life of your church. Whether you believe taking care of the Earth is good stewardship, good theology, or you just want to save money; this class is for you! Be prepared to be inspired and have a lot of fun. You will take home many ideas, many of which are simple things you can do to make a difference!!! What is working for you? Bring ideas to share! This effort takes all of us!! For a head start go to www.churchesgogreen.org. Hope to see you!

"Clergy Boundary Training "
Leader: Thelma Burgonio-Watson

This workshop is sponsored by the Clergy Parish Ministry Team of the Rocky Mountain Conference UCC, and can be applied toward Association requirements for boundary training. Certificates will be presented for participation in this workshop. This year the workshop will focus on parts 3 and 4 of the “A Sacred Trust: Boundary Issues for Clergy and Spiritual Teachers,” produced by the Center for the Prevention of Sexual and Domestic Violence and recommend by Parish Life and Leadership Team of the UCC. Part 3 will focus on appropriate boundaries in the use of the pulpit, transference, hugging, touch, and intimacy, and Part 4 will lift up personal needs, self-care, red flags and early warning signs. 

9:00 - 10:30

“For the Love of It"
Leader: Jean Wade, Associate Conference Minister for Clergy Support

“How can you find a way to love what you do?  Every day?”
“Join Dewitt Jones, National Geographic photographer and author of three best selling training films, in 'For the Love of It’ as he shares with audiences the importance of beginning each day with a full cup. Dewitt discusses how we all have the ability to love what we do through honoring our passion, making a contribution to those around us, and expressing gratitude. When you work for the love of it, you will serve as an inspiration to yourself and to those around you.”

“You can’t wait for it to come to you.  You just have to fall in love with what you’re doing, right now.”

"Internet 101"
Leader: Jenny Goring, Comminucations Director, Rocky Mountain Conference, UCC

Are you intimidated by the internet? Don’t know a Browser from a Blog from a Boolean? Wonder where to begin looking for a Search Engine? No problem! In this informative workshop for beginners, Jenny will show you that If you can read, you can use the Internet!

Jenny will go over the basics first: What is the internet? How do I find information? How do I send & receive email? How do I use a link? Next, she’ll give you a tour of the RMC website, and answer any questions you may have about how to find the information the Conference makes available to you. Finally, she’ll show you how to research and connect on whatever topics interest you! Time permitting, you can stay after the workshop and take a few moments for hands-on practice, with Jenny there to answer questions and guide your efforts.

"Association Registrars' Gathering"
Leader: Rev. Dr. George Worcester

An opportunity for Registrars of the Associaions within the Rocky Mountain Conference to talk with one another about the details and responsibilities of their jobs.

10:30 - 12:00

"Welcome to La Foret" 90 minutes
Leader: Kenny Funk, Assistant Director La Foret Conference & Retreat Center

Come join us for a presentation and discussion by La Foret staff on the history, present and future of the facility in which you have ownership. We will show a PowerPoint that will include slides of the history of the Black forest dating back to the times of the Ute, Alice Bemis Taylor, and environmental assessment of La Foret, and the future of the facility. We encourage all interested to show up, ask questions and give input on the place we all love.

"Faithful Stewardship of the Endowment"
Leader: Rev. Nelson Murphy, Director of Education & Marketing, United Church Foundation

Endowment funds can be both a blessing and a curse. The extra income can underwrite wonderful, life-changing ministries that regular income could not support. Or, it can become the crutch a church uses to bridge the annual budget gap between income and expenses. How can we be faithful stewards of the legacies left by those who have gone before us without letting their generosity undermine our own good stewardship? This workshop will explore this issue and offer positive suggestions for building up both, the endowment fund, and the good stewardship of those entrusted with managing it.

"Be a Global Mission Church"
Leader: Rev. Felix Ortiz-Cotto, Area Executive for Latin America/Caribbean Partner Relations Ministry Team, Wider Church Ministries

Come learn how your congregation can Be a Global Mission Church with the help of Global Ministries. Felix Ortiz, Global Ministries Latin America and the Caribbean area executive, will share about our international partners and how your congregation can engage effectively and faithfully in global mission. The Be a Global Mission Church booklet which presents a five step process will be discussed and specific ideas for youth involvement will be shared.

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