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SUMMARY:Mini-Course: Good News Preaching
DESCRIPTION:Do you long for a clear process to help you proclaim the Good News of the Gospel to all? \nThe course also aims to help preachers to offer to hearers the reality of divine transformation as the heart of the gospel proclamation. \nIt is based on the book Good News Preaching: Offering the Gospel in Every Sermon by Gennifer Benjamin Brooks (Nashville: Abingdon Press\, 2009).  \nThis course is built on videos filmed during the 2022 Workshop of the Styberg Preaching Institute. The course is free to all (with registration) because of the generosity of the Styberg Preaching Institute in celebration of its 20th anniversary.
URL:/event/mini-course-good-news-preaching/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223230Z
UID:33053-1769068800-1778000400@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Mini-Course: Made Flesh
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to find grounding amidst the pressures and demands of life? We find ourselves in unprecedented times facing rapidly changing climate on our earth\, deeply divisive political climate\, and an onslaught of media cycles. All on top of our day-to-day lives\, work commitments\, and relationships. It can lead to waves of overwhelm and numbing.  \nThis 6-part series will invite participants into embodied practice (somatics) that support returning to the wisdom of our body for the sake of our own healing and the healing of the world.
URL:/event/mini-course-made-flesh/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:91PORN Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260121T222059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T224007Z
UID:33049-1769068800-1778086800@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Mini-Course: Tenderness and Refuge: Ministry with and for Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:“Tenderness and Refuge: Ministry with and for Young Adults” focuses on six prevailing themes from years of research with young adults yearning for faith community. These themes include a desire for  \n\ninclusive communities\,  \nrelatable leadership\,  \nan emphasis on relationships\,  \nan emphasis on spirituality\, and  \nan emphasis on social justice\,  \nalongside an ambivalence towards the Christian label. \n\nThis mini-course is beneficial for church groups\, youth ministers\, and anyone invested in young adults. It features Garrett-Evangelical alums\, friends\, scholars\, and practitioners. It highlights their approach\, rooted in deep listening to young adults’ experiences through ethnographic research.   \nEach module includes a recorded video conversation\, reflection questions\, and next steps for engagement.  \nYou will earn a downloadable certificate of completion once you have finished all the modules.  \nFunded by a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment\, Inc. and produced by the Young Adult Initiative at 91PORN.
URL:/event/mini-course-tenderness-and-refuge/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260120T041849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T041919Z
UID:32863-1769587200-1770310800@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Welcome Week
DESCRIPTION:Welcome Week is upon us\, click here to see what activities you are allowed to participate in person and online. \nSpring 2026 Welcome Week (1)
URL:/event/spring-2026-welcome-week/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20251013T185232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T223802Z
UID:31549-1770042600-1770048000@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Collective Course
DESCRIPTION:Traumatic experience has become ubiquitous in our world. Very often\, congregation and faith-oriented leaders of community service organizations are not prepared to effectively deal with the trauma experienced in their communities. Join Trauma-Informed Leadership for Effective Engagement in Congregational Life and Community Service\, with former Garrett President Dr. Lallene Rector.
URL:/event/trauma-informed-collective-course/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20251030T041628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T143745Z
UID:31642-1770058800-1770062400@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Financial Leadership for Congregations
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Missional Clarity\, Trust and Financial Integrity impact Generosity. Acquire powerful tools and leadership skills to increase missional relevance and partnerships\, to clarify financial roles and responsibilities and to implement sound financial practices in your ministry setting. Meets online: Feb 2\, Feb 16\, March 2\, March 16\, March 30\, April 13\, April 27. [Sliding Scale available.]
URL:/event/financial-leadership-for-congregations/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20250903T213908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T234902Z
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Ministry as a Queer Person
DESCRIPTION:The pathway to ministry isn’t always straight… especially if you’re not either. Learn how to navigate unjust systems and difficult conversations as your explore ministry as a queer person. In this session\, we hope that you will begin (or continue!) to embrace the ways in which your queer self is both beloved and needed in the faith community and in the world. We will also share ways in which theological education at Garrett can support your growth as a leader in the Christian faith.
URL:/event/pathways-to-ministry-as-a-queer-person/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
CATEGORIES:Admissions Event,Featured Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260121T202945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T202946Z
UID:33026-1770595200-1770681599@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Professional Sexual Ethics: Sexual Health\, Boundaries and Abuse Prevention
DESCRIPTION:The 91PORN invites all to enroll in a class on professional sexual ethics taught by Dr. Kate Ott\,  the Jerre and Mary Joy Stead Professor of Christian Social Ethics at Garrett Seminary.  This subject will be explored through the analysis of aspects of sexuality education\, spiritual care and ministerial behavior\, including sexuality\, power\, boundaries\, and the personhood or character of the minister.  It exceeds criteria for sexual boundaries\, ethics\, and harassment prevention required by most denominations. The course layout is a mix of synchronous and asynchronous learning that will be offered in the cohort stream of offerings on our digital platform. [Sliding Scale available.] \nOpens: February 9\, 2026. \nFunded by Trinity Wall Street.
URL:/event/professional-sexual-ethics-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260121T230125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T230125Z
UID:33068-1770883200-1775322000@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Lent Liturgies
DESCRIPTION:Learn what resources the 91PORN has to offer to celebrate the Lenten season.
URL:/event/lent-liturgies/
LOCATION:91PORN
CATEGORIES:91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260121T145142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T204044Z
UID:32958-1770897600-1770897600@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:The Space Between: Pre-Lent Gathering for Alumni
DESCRIPTION:As the season of Lent approaches\, join Alumni Relations and The 91PORN for an hour of prayer\, reflection\, and connection. This hybrid service invites the Garrett community—students\, faculty\, staff\, and friends—to pause amid the fullness of the semester and center ourselves in hope\, peace\, joy\, and love. \nTogether\, we’ll hold space for lament and anticipation\, share prayers and readings\, and prepare our hearts for the coming season. Whether you join us in person on campus or online\, come as you are and enter this moment of collective grounding and renewal.
URL:/event/the-space-between-lent-2026/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alum Relations Event,Featured Event,91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260121T154321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T204228Z
UID:32973-1770913800-1770913800@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Webinar: ¿Por qué tú y tu congregación necesitan saber sobre trauma?
DESCRIPTION:En este webinar\, co-patrocinado por el Centro Raíces Latinas y El Colectivo Garrett exploraremos: \n\n¿Qué es trauma?\n¿Para qué nos sirve saber sobre trauma en comunidades de fe?\nPosibilidades para aplicar el conocimiento de trauma en comunidades de fe.\nSesión de preguntas.\n\nDía\, Fecha y Hora: Jueves\, 12 de febrero\, de 4:30 pm a 6 pm (Hora Centro) \nLugar: en Zoom. El enlace para esta sesión se enviará a las personas que se inscriban para el 11 de febrero. Costo: $40 \nFecha limite de inscripción: 11 de febrero\, 2026
URL:/event/webinar-por-que-tu-y-tu-congregacion-necesitan-saber-sobre-trauma/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,91PORN Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260121T150400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T204141Z
UID:32946-1771113600-1771199999@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Notes of Rest Mini-Course
DESCRIPTION:This course interweaves contemplative practices from the Bible and Black music to help students examine how we can practice rest in these days. This is a practical theology course grounded in the experience of rest and analysis of what keeps us from resting. It blends exploration of Scripture and (Black) music equally. No formal musical training is needed to attend the class. The concepts from music about rest will be taught for a general audience and do not require preexisting musical knowledge. This self-paced course opens February 15\, 2026. [Sliding Scale available for registration.]
URL:/event/notes-of-rest-mini-course/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20251013T185232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T223802Z
UID:31550-1771252200-1771257600@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Collective Course
DESCRIPTION:Traumatic experience has become ubiquitous in our world. Very often\, congregation and faith-oriented leaders of community service organizations are not prepared to effectively deal with the trauma experienced in their communities. Join Trauma-Informed Leadership for Effective Engagement in Congregational Life and Community Service\, with former Garrett President Dr. Lallene Rector.
URL:/event/trauma-informed-collective-course/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:91PORN Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20251030T041628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T143746Z
UID:32827-1771268400-1771272000@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Financial Leadership for Congregations
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Missional Clarity\, Trust and Financial Integrity impact Generosity. Acquire powerful tools and leadership skills to increase missional relevance and partnerships\, to clarify financial roles and responsibilities and to implement sound financial practices in your ministry setting. Meets online: Feb 2\, Feb 16\, March 2\, March 16\, March 30\, April 13\, April 27. [Sliding Scale available.]
URL:/event/financial-leadership-for-congregations/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,91PORN Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20250723T203019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T203019Z
UID:29795-1771372800-1771459199@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:No Classes
URL:/event/ash-wednesday-3/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Institutional Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20251117T054819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T192102Z
UID:31903-1771416000-1771421400@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Embodied Leadership: Practicing Inner Work as Political Action
DESCRIPTION:Embodied Leadership: Practicing Inner Work as Political Action is an 8-week immersive journey designed for social changemakers\, movement leaders\, healers\, and practitioners who are ready to deepen their leadership from the inside out. This course invites participants to remember leadership as an embodied practice—one that integrates body\, mind\, spirit\, and collective wisdom. Through the lenses of politicized somatics\, polyvagal theory\, grief tending\, deliberate care\, and trauma-informed awareness\, we will explore how our bodies carry histories of power\, resilience\, and adaptation—and how reclaiming our embodied intelligence transforms how we lead\, relate\, and create change. Participants will learn to recognize their conditioned tendencies and nervous system patterns\, build embodied resilience\, and cultivate the capacity to lead from grounded presence. Each week offers a blend of somatic practices\, reflective dialogue\, and teaching to support integration and alignment. This course is for those who sense that inner work is political work—and who long to lead with more authenticity\, integrity\, connection\, and care in service to collective liberation. $1000\, Sliding Scale available\, for an online synchronous cohort experience with Jia Johnson.
URL:/event/embodied-leadership-practicing-inner-work-as-political-action/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260213T000821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T000821Z
UID:33671-1771590600-1771596000@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Purity Culture's Political Flashpoint
DESCRIPTION:The Young Adult Initiative and the Stead Center invite you to attend Purity Culture’s Political Flashpoint\, an author panel featuring Garrett alum Sara Moslener\, author of After Purity: Race\, Sex\, and Religion in White Christian America; Garrett PhD student Bromleigh McCleneghan\, author of Good Christian Sex; and Lauren Sawyer\, author of Growing Up Pure: White Girls\, Queer Teens\, and the Racial Foundations of Purity Culture. The authors will discuss their recent publications\, and lunch will be served! 12:30-2:00 pm\, Friday February 20 in room 107. The panel will also be streamed on Teams.
URL:/event/purity-cultures-political-flashpoint/
LOCATION:Room 107 or Online
CATEGORIES:Academic Events,Centers and Institutes Event,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260209T160605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T160605Z
UID:33635-1771932600-1771938000@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Let's Talk Globally: Whole Person Health
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Black History Month\, join us in person or online on February 24th at 11:45 AM-1PM CT for a meal and discussion on Whole Person Health\, facilitated by Dr. Kenneth Ngwa\, Director of the Religion and Global Health Forum. The conversation will feature Kudzanai Muzarari (MDiv student with a passion for health advocacy) and Makengo Olivier Sundika (MAPCC student and former medical professional in Zimbabwe). We will explore the topic of Whole Person Health (WPH) in relation to these social determinants\, and identify strategies that can help churches\, diaspora communities\, and medical professionals in their frontline work of sustainable healing.
URL:/event/lets-talk-globally-whole-person-health/
LOCATION:Main 205 and Online\, 2121 Sheridan Road\, Evanston\, IL\, 60201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers and Institutes Event,Community Event,Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20251117T054819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T054819Z
UID:33410-1772020800-1772026200@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Embodied Leadership: Practicing Inner Work as Political Action
DESCRIPTION:Embodied Leadership: Practicing Inner Work as Political Action is an 8-week immersive journey designed for social changemakers\, movement leaders\, healers\, and practitioners who are ready to deepen their leadership from the inside out. This course invites participants to remember leadership as an embodied practice—one that integrates body\, mind\, spirit\, and collective wisdom. Through the lenses of politicized somatics\, polyvagal theory\, grief tending\, deliberate care\, and trauma-informed awareness\, we will explore how our bodies carry histories of power\, resilience\, and adaptation—and how reclaiming our embodied intelligence transforms how we lead\, relate\, and create change. Participants will learn to recognize their conditioned tendencies and nervous system patterns\, build embodied resilience\, and cultivate the capacity to lead from grounded presence. Each week offers a blend of somatic practices\, reflective dialogue\, and teaching to support integration and alignment. This course is for those who sense that inner work is political work—and who long to lead with more authenticity\, integrity\, connection\, and care in service to collective liberation. $1000\, Sliding Scale available\, for an online synchronous cohort experience with Jia Johnson.
URL:/event/embodied-leadership-practicing-inner-work-as-political-action/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T064356
CREATED:20260129T200221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T200327Z
UID:33415-1772107200-1772112600@www.garrett.edu
SUMMARY:Preaching and AI: Skills for People of Faith
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence is transforming every aspect of communication\, including the art of preaching. How can people of faith use this emerging technology with wisdom\, creativity\, and integrity? \nIn this dynamic 90‑minute webinar\, we’ll move beyond the hype to explore practical ways AI can support your ministry. Grounded in theological and ethical reflection\, the session offers hands‑on guidance for using Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT\, Gemini\, and Perplexity to strengthen your message and deepen engagement. \nJesús Rodríguez-Cortés is a leader in merging technology with theology. Creator of TeoTecnologia.com and the TeoBytes podcast\, his work continues to inspire. \nDate and Time: Thursday\, February 26th\, from 12:00–1:30 pm CT\nWhere: on Zoom. A link will be provided to those who register on Feb. 25\nCost: $40 (Sliding Scale)\nRegistration Deadline: Feb. 25\, 2026
URL:/event/preaching-and-ai-skills-for-people-of-faith/
LOCATION:Online | Zoom
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,91PORN Event
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