Meetings of Interest - Past and Planned
Past Events
2000
September 28, 2000
The Age of Meaning: Opportunities and Challenges for Leadership
Sponsored by Trustee Leadership Development, Inc.
September 29, 2000
The Crisis in Sudan: Options for Peace? A North American Dialogue
September 29 - October 1
Beech Grove, IN
October 11, 2000
Christians and the Death Penalty -
FULL RELEASE.
9:30
a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Featured speaker: Sister Helen Prejean, author of "Dead Man Walking."
For much more information, please read the
release.
October 12, 2000
Higher Education Conference
October 12 - 13
9:00am to 4:00pm
University faculty, secondary school teachers and Christian educators are
invited to this conference.
Topic: Spiritual Formation and Vocation of Teachers
Leader: Parker Palmer, master teacher, writer and retreat director.
Parker's written many books, The Company of Strangers. The Active Life,
The
Courage to Teach. and a new book, LET YOUR LIFE SPEAK:
LISTENING FOR THE VOICE OF VOCATION.
Site: Christel DeHaan Center, University of Indianapolis, IN
October 25, 2000
Exploring Churches Uniting in Christ
Speaker: Bishop Thomas Hoyt
Site: Trinity Episcopal Church, Indianapolis, IN
November 11, 2000
Faithfest 2000!
10
a.m. to 6 p.m.
An expo of faith at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Exhibits, stage performances,
children's area, youth area, community prayer service, agape feast and more.
November 14, 2000
Annual Meeting
IPCUM Servant Board
Site: Holy Family Episcopal Church, 11445 Fishers Pointe Blvd., Fishers,
IN 46038
P: 317/842-4133
2001
January 18, 2001
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Theme: "I am the way, the truth, and the
life."
January 18 - 25
For information, write to:
February 05, 2001
IPCUM Servant Board Retreat
February 5 - 6
Feb. 5 (11:30 a.m.) to Feb. 6 (9:30 a.m.)
Site: Fatima Retreat Center, 5353 E. 56th Street, Indianapolis
P: (317)545-7681
February 06, 2001
IPCUM Servant Board Meeting
10
a.m. to 3 p.m.
Site: Fatima Retreat Center
February 23, 2001
Ecumenical Retreat for Clergy and Laity
February 23 - 24
Sponsored by the Illinois Conference of Churches.
"Opening the Christian Treasure Chest: The Riches of Ecumenical Spirituality"
Led by The Rev. Thomas Ryan, C.S.P., Coordinator of Ecumenical and Interfaith
Relations, Paulist Fathers.
Cost: $80 per person, $150 per couple.
Send $20 deposit along with name, address and phone by January 22, 2001 to:
Illinois Conference of Churches
2211 W. Wabash Ave.
Springfield, IL 62704.
March 05, 2001
National Association of Evangelicals Convention 2001
Site: Dallas, Texas
March 29, 2001
Indiana Faith-Based Global Climate Change Campaign
The
Church Federation of Greater Indianapolis
Site: Indiana InterChurch Center, 1100 W. 42nd Street, Indianapolis, IN
46208
April 23, 2001
World Council of Churches
April 23 - 25
Site: World Council of Churches, Nashville, TN
April 30, 2001
National Workshop on Christian Unity
April 30 - May 1
Site: San Diego, CA.
May 17, 2001
IN/KY Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
May
17-19
Annual Assembly, Muncie, IN
May 22, 2001
IPCUM Servant Board Meeting
June 08, 2001
38th Annual Meeting of the Indiana-Kentucky Conference of the United Church
of Christ
June
8 - 9
Site: DePauw University, Greencastle, IN.
July 07, 2001
National Association of Ecumenical and Interreligious Staff
July
7 - 12
Annual Meeting
Site: Rock Island, IL.
August 08, 2001
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
August 8 - 14
Site: National Assembly Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN
August 28, 2001
IPCUM Servant Board Meeting
October 10, 2001
Interfaith Worship Service on Domestic Violence
7:00pm
Site: North United Methodist Church, Meridian and 38th Street,
Indianapolis, IN
October 11, 2001
Race, Class and Family Violence: A Multi-Cultural Response.
8:30
a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
A conference for clergy and others concerned about domestic violence
Site: Christian Theological Seminary, 1000 W. 42nd Street, Indianapolis,
IN
November 11, 2001
General Assembly of the National Council of Churches in Christ in the USA
November 11 - 16
Site: Oakland Marriott City Center, Oakland, California
November 13, 2001
IPCUM Servant Board Meeting
2002
January 19, 2002
Churches Uniting in Christ
January 19 - 21
Each COCU church will appoint 20 delegates. However anyone can attend.
To receive an invitation:
Site: Mt. Olive Cathedral CME Church, 538 Linden Avenue, Memphis, TN
February 05, 2002
Servant Board Meeting
February 28, 2002
US Conference Annual Meeting
February 28 - March 2
World Council of Churches
March 09, 2002
Earlham School of Religion, 2nd Annual "Listening to the Spirit" Spirituality
Gathering
This
year's theme will be "The Persistent Celtic Vision" with guest speaker Helen C.
Harrison. Harrison is ordained in the Free Catholic Church, a tradition which
incorporates Celtic practice, and Rev. Harrison will be lead us in exploring
Celtic vision in writings, prayers, and the use of sacred space.
March 10, 2002
Celebration of Churches Uniting in Christ
Site: Covenant Community Church, 5640 Cooper Road, Indianapolis, IN 46228
April 28, 2002
Celebration of Churches Uniting in Christ
4
p.m. to 5: 30p.m.
All are invited. Rev. Rick Spleth preaching.
Site: Waynedale United Methodist Church, 2501 Church Street, Fort Wayne,
IN 46809
May 14, 2002
Servant Board Meeting
10
a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Rector: Rev. Robert C. Schulte
Site: Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1122 S. Clinton St., Fort
Wayne, IN 46854
May 20, 2002
National Workshop on Christian Unity May 20 - 23
May 21, 2002
The Spiritual Life of Students with Dr. Conrad Cherry
A
conference for student affairs staff and religious representatives of Indiana's
Colleges and Universities. Indianapolis.
May 30, 2002
Sabbath Time Retreat
May
30 - 31
A Spiritual Life Retreat, Waycross Conference Center, Morgantown, IN.
May 31, 2002
Joint Regional Meeting
May
31 - Jun 1
Indiana-Kentucky Conference of The United Church of Christ and Christian Church
in Indiana (Disciples of Christ)
June 09, 2002
Celebration of Churches Uniting in Christ
4
p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Rev. Alan Overstreet preaching.
Site: Bethany Christian Church, 601 E. Mill Road, Evansville, IN 47711
August 27, 2002
Servant Board Meeting
10
am to 3 pm
Site: First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main Street, Greenwood, IN
P: 317-881-3064
October 15, 2002
Combating Racism: Best Practices of Indiana Churches
8:30
am to 3:15 pm
Click for Pictures of the Event!
A conference co-sponsored by Christian Theological Seminary
and
Indiana Partners for Christian Unity and Mission
Featured Speaker: Fr. Clarence Earl Williams, Jr. CPPS, Ph.D, the Director of
the Office for Black Catholic Ministries for the Archdiocese of Detroit and the
Director of the Institute for Recovery from Racisms.
Workshops on: Churches fostering Dialogue and Peer Interaction, Churches that
have Integrated, Churches Partnering in Communities, Churches Working with
Hispanic and Other Immigrant Populations, Children and Youth, and Denominational
Initiatives.
Best Practices = those strategies, activities, or approaches which have been
effective at promoting racial reconciliation in Indiana.
Site: Christian Theological Seminary, 1000 W. 42nd Street, Indianapolis
November 12, 2002
Servant Board Meeting
Site: St. Mary's Catholic Church,
1101 S. Lafayette Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
November 14, 2002
Annual General Assembly: "For the Common Good: Seeking Justice, Working for
Peace."
November 14 - 16
The National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA will hold its annual
General Assembly with the theme "For the Common Good: Seeking Justice, Working
for Peace." More information available:
Site: Hyatt Regency, Tampa, Florida
2003
April 28, 2003
IPCUM TO HOLD CONFERENCE ON CAUSES OF TERRORISM
9:00am to 3:00pm
For More Info: To receive a brochure or for more information call 800-746-2310
or write indunity@aol.com.
Lay leaders, students, the general public and clergy will gather on Monday,
April 28, 2003, from 9 a.m. to 3: 00 p.m. at St. Michael's Episcopal Church in
South Bend to explore the causes of terrorism. The conference is sponsored by
Indiana Partners for Christian Unity and Mission (IPCUM), the successor to the
Indiana Council of Churches.
One of IPCUM's three priorities is to assist churches in addressing the culture
of violence. Terrorism is the attempt to achieve political ends through violent
means.
The conference will include worship, discussion groups and a response panel. The
featured speaker is Dr. George Lopez, Director of Policy Studies at The Joan B.
Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies. Lunch is included in the $25
registration fee.
Site: St. Michael's Episcopal Church in South Bend
2004
April 25, 2004
DISCUSSION ON RELIGION AND MEDIA WITH SR. MARY MARGARET FUNK
2:00
pm to 4:00 pm
On Sunday, April 25 Butler University will be the site of a discussion on
Religion and Media: From Misconception to Understanding. This event is free and
open to all.
Speaking will be Sr. Mary Margaret Funk. Sr. Funk is a Benedictine Nun and
member of Our Lady of Grace Monastery in Beech Grove. She is the Executive
Director of the Monastic Interreligious Dialogue Board. She has engaged in
interfaith dialogue with American Muslims in an effort to bridge the gaps that
seem to divide Christianity and Islam. Her most recent book Islam Is: An
Experience of Dialogue and Devotion examines Islam as compared to Christianity.
Also speaking is Ms. Judith Cebula. Ms. Cebula was for ten years the religion
reporter for the Indianapolis Star. She is now the Director of Butler's Center
for Faith and Vocation. The Center opened in 2003 as an outlet for students to
integrate spirituality into their studies. It offers programs, internships and
international travel in which students can get involved. The Center is
co-hosting the discussion.
Site: Krannert Room, Clowes Memorial Hall, Butler University, 4600 Sunset
Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208
July 12, 2004
EcuCamp July 12 - 16
EcuCamp is an opportunity for high school students in Indiana from many
different denominations selected because of their leadership potential to gather
to learn new ways of leading God's church into more visible unity. It is also a
time of spiritual renewal, learning, leadership growth, and fun!
Site: Camp Rivervale, Mitchell, IN
October 03, 2004
Statewide Celebration of Churches Uniting in Christ
4:00
pm
Speaker is Rev. Bertrice Wood, Executive Director of Churches Uniting in Christ.
Free and open to all.
Site: St. Peter's United Church of Christ, 915 N. Ironwood Dr., South
Bend, IN 46615
October 05, 2004
Cultivating Non-Violence Workshop
9:00am - 3:00pm
Bonnie Block, former Dir. of WI Network for Peace & Justice. Bonnie will help
lay people and clergy understand basic biblical and practical principles and
strategies of nonviolence.
Site: First Friends Meeting, 3030 E Kessler Blvd, Indianapolis
November 05, 2004
Spirit & Place Festival November 5 - 20
Theme: "Moving & Staying"
November 06, 2004
Spirit & Place Festival November 6 - 21
Theme "Building & Belonging"
November 14, 2004
2004 Spirit & Place 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tour three religious buildings: a mosque, a synagogue, and a church by chartered
bus. A facilitator will guide discussion on the bus; a docent will take us
through each building. Sponsored in partnership with Bridging the Gap.
2006
February 08, 2006
Church Leader Retreat February 8 - February 9
Church Leader Retreat... Noon, Feb 8- Noon Feb 9, 2007 at Benedictine Inn, Beech
Grove.
Site: Benedictine Inn, Beech Grove
May 01, 2006
EcuCamp 2006 - Registration Deadline
EcuCamp is an opportunity for high school students in Indiana from many
different denominations, selected because of their leadership potential, to
gather to learn new ways of leading God�s church into more visible unity.
It is also a time for spiritual renewal, learning, leadership growth, and fun!
October 15, 2006
Worship Service 4:00 pm
Join worship service at the Cathedral of St James in South Bend. The focus will
be on violence.
October 16, 2006
Servant Board: An Event / Invitation from Church Women United
9:30am-noon
Church Women United Fall Forum - Human Rights Ecumenical Prayer Service and
Celebration featuring Fran Quigley.
Fran Quigley, a grad of Hanover College and IU School of Law, was Executive
Director of the Indiana ACLU, and is now the liaison between the IU Medical
School and a medical school in Kenya, specializing in eradicating HIV/AIDS. Fran
will be both the principle speaker at the Forum and the honored recipient of our
first Human Rights Certificate and pin.
During the Forum several members will express their concerns about abuses of
Human Rights that, in their opinion, are taking place in Indianapolis and in the
State of Indiana.
Site: New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 1541 Dr. A.J. Brown Dr.
October 28, 2006
10th Anniversary Celebration 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Featured Speaker: Michael Kinnamon
Location:In the Shelton Auditorium
Reception to follow in the Commons Room.
Flyer for Event
Site: Christian Theological Seminary, 1000 W. 42nd. Street
November 12, 2006
Spirit & Place: Synagogue, Mosque and Church 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Meet at the mosque at 2800 Cold Springs Rd at 12:30. Bus will return to mosque
at 5:30.
November 14, 2006
Servant Board Meeting Host: Episcopal Diocese of
Northern IN
Site: Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 915 N Olive, South Bend
November 17, 2006
EcuCamp 2006 November 17th - 19th
LOCATION: Camp Merom, near Terre Haute, Indiana
December 03, 2006
Preparing for the Prince of Peace in a violent community
4:00pm
Site: The Cathedral of St James, South Bend
2007
February 08, 2007
Church Executive Retreat February 8th - 9th
Site: Benedictine Inn in Beech Grove, IN
February 13, 2007
Servant Board Meeting
Site: Kokomo
May 15, 2007
Servant Board Meeting
Site: West Lafayette - University
Church
August 21, 2007
Servant Board Meeting
Site: Fort Wayne
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Contact Information:
juli@ipcum.org
Indiana Partners for Christian Unity and Mission
P.O. Box 88790, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Phone: 800 - 746 - 2310
