A program of the Institute for Applied Theology
Institute Events
Roots and Wings for Ministry Courses
Media in Ministry Certificate: Fall courses now in session
Advent Spiritual Practices: November 10 and December 1, 2008
From Pastor to District Superintendent: It’s Still Ministry: January 6-8, 2009
Transforming the Rough Places: Principles and Practice of Supervision: January 12-16, 2009
Excellence in Preaching Workshop: January 23, 2009
Media Serving Theology: Traditional Worship in a Digital Culture: February 3, 2009
Excellence in Preaching Workshop: April 24, 2009
Institute Events 2008-09 Brochure (PDF)
See United’s calendar for other seminary events
Advent Spiritual Practices
While the air is still warm and summer lingers, it will soon be autumn and Thanksgiving and then, in a blink of an eye, Christmas. Advent is an important time for congregational leadership and those in the caring professions, for it allows us to quiet ourselves, body and spirit, in the midst of one of the busiest times of the year.
You are warmly invited to attend Advent Spiritual Practices.
Class instructor, the Rev. Brenda Buckwell Lifland says:
Using the Gospel texts of Jesus birth, this class will focus on preparing for Advent. Whether you are just beginning a relationship with God or have walked lovingly with Jesus for many years, this 10 hour class is designed for you.
We do not live our lives in isolation, neither are our prayer lives practiced solely as individuals. Entering into a community of prayer offers unique expressions and experiences of God among us. Novices to faith and veteran believers are encouraged to participate.
Come expand your experience and heighten your notice of God's presence in the midst of life, while preparing for Christ's birth in our individual lives and within our relationships.
Dates / Location
Dates/Times: Mondays: November 10, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and December 1, 9:00 am – noon
Location: Westgate United Methodist Church, 61 S. Powell Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204 (view map)
Instructors / Leaders
Dr. Brenda Buckwell Lifland
Dr. Lifland brings a unique blend of 20 years as a pastor of local congregations and 10 years as a trained, practicing spiritual director. She is skilled at opening space for others to notice God in everyday life through ancient spiritual prayer disciplines. Brenda also has the unique skill of integrating personal prayer practices into community relationships.
Roots or Wings Area
Roots 10-hour course
Cost and Registration
Cost for this course is $100, plus a donation for lunch on 11/10.
Register through:
Dr. Jacqueline Nowak
Director
Institute for Applied Theology
United Theological Seminary
4501 Denlinger Rd.
Dayton, OH 45426
937-529-2201
Books
Dr. Lifland recommends, as personal preparation for the class:
Nouwen, Henri. Jesus: A Gospel. New York: Orbis Books, 2002. ISBN: 1570753849
Book title links to Barnes and Noble.com. You may also buy books through United's online Cokesbury store. Purchasing books through these links supports student scholarships at United.
