Q: What will participants learn in the Catalyst Initiative? A: Participants will learn to more deeply and intentionally cultivate discipleship, to discern and experiment, to build better relationships with one another and those in the...
A schedule outlining the content of the BWC's Catalyst Initiative
Tea leaves transform water into tea and we--as bearers of God's love--are called to transform hate, division, and loneliness into beloved community. The Catalyst Initiative provides a 10-month congregational cohort process of...
Throughout this season of disruption and new ways of being church together, Bishop Easterling and church leaders have stressed that the safety and health of every person is our priority. Each context is different, but our shared goal is the same...
Download SAMPLE letter Sample Letter from church to congregants/staff suspected of being exposed to someone having COVID 19 Date Dear staff member/congregant, We have learned that you may recently have been in contact with someone who has...
Renewing your Mind Step away from your regular daily pattern to re-discover the abundant mercy of God in your world. We will take a journey into Romans 12:1-2, to "renew our minds in mercy" in the morning. In the afternoon, we will practice...
Reviving your Strength Are you finding it hard to physically keep up with the demands of ministry? If your answer to this question is, "yes," then this retreat is for you. Care for our body is just as important as caring for our heart, soul...
Renewing your Soul In order to listen for the voice of God, we must engage in Sabbath, balancing work, rest, and play. During this retreat, we will use the words of Wayne Muller, Renita Weems, and Parker Palmer to frame and guide our time...
In the midst of mission and ministry, unforeseen events and injuries can happen. In these instances, it is important to understand when a pastor is acting as an employee as opposed to acting as part of their own faith journey. These...
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; “Be still...
