2012 CONVOCATION FOCUS
A Door Set Open:
Leaders of Change
And Hope
Presented by Rev. Dr. Peter Steinke
“The Church is in a changing context. The church’s response is in flux to this situation. Here are some suggestions (and provocations) about the new response, especially that the mission cannot be done by proxy, but letting it live through Christian lives, attuned to the whole person.” - Peter Steinke
Dr. Steinke has recommended these books as some that would be helpful to prepare for this event:
Generous Justice by Tim Keller
One.Life: Jesus Calls, We Followby Scot McKnight
A Door Set Open by Peter Steinke
To Change the World by James Davison Hunter
[For a list of ten books Dr. Steinke feels are important for all parish pastors to read, email Wendy at
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SCHEDULE:TUES. JANUARY 24
10:30Check In & Registration
12:00Lunch Buffet
1:15“Hearts & Minds” Presentation
1:30Welcome / Announcements
1:45 Opening Worship
2:30-Session 1–Peter Steinke:
4:30 “Apocalypse or Evangelical Moment?”
5:30-9Dinner (reservations required)
WEDS. JANUARY 25
7-8:45Breakfast Buffet
9:00“Hearts & Minds” Presentation
9:15 Introductions, AnnouncementsMorning Prayer
9:45Break
10:00-Session 2 – Peter Steinke:
12:00 “Mission Has Churches”
12:15Lunch Buffet
2:00-Session 3- Peter Steinke:
4:00 “Changing Emotional Systems”
5:30-9Dinner (reservations required)
THURS. JANUARY 26
7-8:45 Breakfast Buffet
9:00Announcements, Morning Prayer
9:30-Session 4 – Conference Staff:
10:30 Directed Conversation
– Feedback & comments
10:30 Closing Worship & Holy Communion
11:30Check out
We strongly encourage on-line registration at pccucc.org. If unable to access, just return the following form to the Conference Office:
2012 CONVOCATION REGISTRATION
Early registration deadline: December 16, 2011
Final registration deadline: December 22, 2011
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$160 non-refundable deposit
PLAN B ___ - Commuter Fee
1. Convocation, lunch & dinnerTues & Weds.- $260($250 early registration)
$100 non-refundable deposit
2. Convocation Only – no meals - $90
no early registration discount
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1. Convocation, lunch & dinner $160
($150 early registration)
$60 non-refundable deposit
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2012 CONVOCATION
LEADERSHIP
Rev. Dr. Peter Steinkeis an internationally respected systems consultant who has also served as a parish pastor, an educator, and a therapist for clergy.
Dr. Steinke is the author of three best-selling books: How Your Church Family Works: Understanding Congregations as Emotional Systems (The Alban Institute, 2006), Healthy Congregations: A Systems Approach (The Alban Institute, 2006); and Congregational Leadership In Anxious Times: Being Calm and Courageous No Matter What (The Alban Institute, 2006). His most recent book is A Door Set Open: Grounding Change in Mission and Hope (The Alban Institute, 2010)
Registration Information:
Please register on line at pccucc.org to pay by credit card or check, or mail the completed registration form with a check for the required deposit (non-refundable) or the entire fee to:
PENN CENTRAL CONFERENCE
900 S. Arlington Avenue, # 227A
Harrisburg, PA17109-5024
ABOUT THE HOTEL HERSHEY:
Meals are served in the Circular Dining Room. Breakfast and lunch are buffet style. Dinners are ordered from the hotel menu. Seating reservations are required. All surcharges (food and special beverages) are the responsibility of the individual. Hotel Hershey strives to meet special dietary needs. The evening meal at Hotel Hershey is leisurely and exquisite. Men are requested to wear a sport jacket or suit coat. Women are to dress appropriately.
We are fortunate to be able to hold this event at The Hotel Hershey because of the special rates they offer us for the last week of January. Plan A, the Resident Fee is an excellent value and is chosen by most.
Clergy are often joined by their spouse for the full event, or just to enjoy the delicious meals. Extra meals may be purchased at the event (with adequate notice for supper reservations).
Amenities at the hotel include swimming pool, spa, exercise room, hiking trails, ice skating, and gift shop. Nearby attractions include outlet stores, Chocolate World, The Hershey Story, ZooAmerica, and the Antique Automobile Museum.
Penn Central Conference
2012
Mid-Winter
Convocation
“A DOOR SET OPEN -
Leaders of
Change & Hope”
January 24-26, 2012
Hotel Hershey
Hershey, Pa
Penn Central Conference
United Church of Christ
900 S. Arlington Ave., # 227A
Harrisburg, PA 17109-5024
(717) 652-1560