The World is About To Turn 2022
Minneapolis Area Synod
Community Organizing Training for Congregational Leaders
June 13-17, 2022
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This training is an catalyzing opportunity for leaders to come together across the Minneapolis Area Synod’s issue-organizing campaigns and Street Voices for Change. We are powerful and passionate people who want to be about big and long-lasting systemic change.
Out of a shared vision for using the tools of community organizing for faithful, transformational, strategic work, the synod is offering a week-long training. The focus of our time together will be skill-building, shared analysis, grounding, and strategy. Led by synod organizing staff and leaders, we will be using the training tools from Midwest Academy to equip our work going forward.
Together we show up so we can better act collectively and powerfully, connecting our values and rooting in faith community to our neighborhoods and public life. Be prepared to walk away challenged, energized, and empowered in your own leadership.
If you have questions, please reach out to one of the organizers or trainers, we’re happy to talk with you further: Emilie Bouvier, Brenda Blackhawk, Meghan Olsen Biebighauser, Melissa Pohlman, or Nick Tangen.
As a conference-style training, be prepared for an immersive experience. The expectation is for everyone to be fully present for the entirety of the training, prepared to fully engage in deep and interactive learning. This means setting aside this time from other work or distractions as much as is possible for these days of training. We are excited for this transformative time together.
Details:
Mon-Fri June 13-17, held in-person (assuming current levels of COVID risk; if levels change, we will postpone.)
Location TBA in Minneapolis area; lunches provided; overnight accommodations available.
Detailed schedule will be posted one month ahead of the training.
Training will run 9am – 4pm daily.
Cost and Registration Details Below.
Please note there is a required deposit, with full amount is due May 30th. (You also have the option to pay in-in full with your registration.)
The various cost levels are our best effort to offer a sliding scale. We’re seeking to both recognize the true cost of the training as well as offer more accessible options. Please note that many congregations are willing to underwrite all or a portion of the cost to support the participation of their lay leaders, staff, deacons, or pastors — reach out to Emilie Bouvier for support in making that ask.
If you need additional financial assistance to attend, please don’t hesitate to reach out Emilie or one of the organizers listed above. We never want cost to be the reason someone doesn’t attend.
Please register as soon as you’re able to secure your spot!