Synod of the Trinity's 2005 Annual Conference |
General Information about Mission Trips & Workshops
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On Tuesday and Wednesday, the main thrust of day will be engaging in hands on mission, mission tours, and workshops. Carefully read the information about the trips and workshops noting when each is held. Most mission trips will be two-day commitments. We hope that this will give sufficient time to make a difference with our efforts. There are a number of on-campus workshops being offered as well so you will need to read carefully to choose trips and workshops that do not conflict.
Mark your first and second choice for mission trips and your choices of workshops on the registration page. You will be notified which mission trip & workshops you are assigned in the confirmation information. |
Mission Trip Descriptions (off-site)
Maximum of 20 people may sign up for these trips
| Habitat for Humanity - all day |
Both Tues & Wed |
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Volunteers will have the opportunity to work on up to 3 different projects in the surrounding area. Work will be available for all skill levels, with tools provided. Please note that all Habitat volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. This is Habitat Policy. |
| Mission Central, Mechanicsburg - all day |
Tues |
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Mission Central, a ministry of the United Methodist Church, is a major receiving and distribution center for disaster response and recovery efforts. Volunteers will learn about disaster response and assist the work of Mission Central through the assembly of response kits and other tasks essential to preparation for disaster response. |
| Traveling Bible School, Harrisburg area - all day |
Either Tues or Wed |
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This mission trip will take a two-day Bible school to the Allison Hill area of Harrisburg complete with stories, music, crafts and recreation for the children of the area. The coordinator for this and the workshop below will be Cinny Parrish, a member of Derry Presbyterian Church in Carlisle Presbytery. |
| Masonic Home, Elizabethtown - all day |
Either Tues or Wed |
| June 28 will be an “Out and About” day for the residents of the Masonic Home. We will assist them in getting outside where there will be recreation and refreshments. June 29 will be a “Social in the Assembly”. We will meet the residents for a time of socialization, refreshments and worship. Both days there will be orientation and training at the home before we begin working with the residents. |
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| Mission Tour - all day |
Tues |
| This one-day tour will visit three sites in the greater Harrisburg area. Downtown Daily Bread is the soup kitchen begun by Pine Street Presbyterian Church over 20 years ago, which has expanded into other services. Bethesda Mission is an interfaith outreach with housing, food and Christian teaching offered. Mission Central is the major eastern U.S. United Methodist receiving and distribution center for disaster response and recovery efforts. |
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Workshop Descriptions (on-site)
| 1. Worship and Music - all day |
Both Tues & Wed |
Worship is the unique act of a believer. From the Sermon on the Mount to the Billy Graham Crusades, it is where people come to know the amazing grace of Jesus Christ. Good worship is at the heart of fulfilling the Great Commission and becoming a missional church. "Jazz in worship is an idea that was born in the sacred works of Duke Ellington," states Warren Cooper. This workshop will explore how to make worship missional using a professional, biblical, and theological approach to make worship exciting, modern and relevant while remaining true to our reformed roots.
Ed Gray, Arnie Brock and Warren Cooper |
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Warren Cooper |
| 2. Domestic Violence 101 - half day only |
Tues PM |
Domestic Violence systematically shatters lives and destroys families. One in five women is abused by someone she loves and trusts. The church community is in a unique place to support the individual who is living in or trying to escape from an abusive relationship. This workshop will describe the kinds of controls abusers use; provide insight as to why it is difficult for victims to reveal the violence and offer guidelines for support and affirmation. Carolyn Stevens
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| 3. A Framework for Understanding Poverty - half day only |
Wed PM |
Do you know the “hidden rules” of economic class that often keep us at “arm’s length” from the poor of our communities? Do you know why our message, “All are Welcome!” is sometimes heard with an “except you” attached? This workshop will lift up some of the rules, assumptions and values of economic differences and explore specific strategies for dealing with them. An insightful workshop based on the research of Ruby Payne. Carolyn Stevens
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| 4. Health Kits for Disaster Relief - half day only |
Tues AM |
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Participants in this workshop will assemble the items brought by the community into plastic zip bags which will be delivered to Mission Central by the Mission Team the next day. For a list of items that will be packed, see the list by clicking here.
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| 5. WVMAW - Disaster Response Workshop - half day only |
Wed AM |
| How can we really help others when a natural disaster strikes? What goes on “behind the scenes” to enable us to assist others in the recovery process. West Virginia Ministry of Advocacy and Workcamps, Inc. is an exciting example of a ministry emerging to change peoples’ lives. Come hear the story of the growth and development of WVMAW since 1990. Bonnie Mallott |
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| 6. Missional Church Initative - half day only |
Tues PM |
What does it mean to be a “Missional Church?” The Co-Executives of the Synod will lead this discussion on the characteristics of missional church thinking and some of the resources that are available to folks within our Synod.
Tom Robinson and Bruce Stevens |
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| 7. Prayer Shawl Ministry - half day only |
Wed AM |
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This workshop will give you the particulars to begin such a ministry in your church or community. Shawls can be knit or crocheted. Each group that has embraced this ministry adapts it to their own particular guidelines. Besides the obvious reasons of comfort during illness or grief, the shawls can be given for times of joy and celebration. Information about supplies will be sent with registration confirmation. Susan George |
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| 8. Basic Mediation Training, Certified - every day |
To be announced |
Mediation is a method of conflict resolution that honors persons, helps them understand each other better and often results in the formation of stronger relationships than before a conflict developed. The Executive Director of the Lancaster Mediation Center will lead this course. The 24-hour course involves presentation of conflict theory, mediation fundamentals and experience under the coaching of experienced mediators. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate qualifying them to practice mediation with local mediation centers. Due to course requirements, participants will not be able to participate in mission trips, but will be able to participate in all other conference activities. This course is partially underwritten by the Synod. Kimberly Lavin
This course is accredited and there is an additional fee of $150. |
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