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Lay Servant & Safe Sanctuary Training Offered

Website for the Mission Rivers District of the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church

Lay Servant & Safe Sanctuary Training Offered

The Mission Rivers District is pleased to offer two choices for summer online training opportunities. 
Lay Servant Advanced Class: Spiritual GiftsThis course offers a scriptural understanding of spiritual gifts as always given “for the common good.” By helping participants identify and link their gifts, abilities, and sense of calling, laity will learn the powerful connection between spiritual gifts andvocational discernment in the context of the mission of their local church. This is a required course in the lay speaker track of study.
This online class will be held on three Sunday nights:6/29, 7/6, 7/13from 6:30pm – 9:00pm.

Cost is $15.Students need to purchase their own book: For the Common Good by Christine Harmon

Click to register for Spiritual Gifts

Safer SanctuariesThis two-hour training provides a scriptural foundation forsafeguarding our most vulnerable populations—children andthe elderly. Participants will learn practical steps for creatingsafe environments and responding appropriately in the eventof a safety concern. Designed for immediate application, thiscourse equips individuals with essential tools and bestpractices. It is especially recommended for those workingdirectly with children.
This one night class will be taught on Monday August 18 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
Cost is $5.
Click to register for Safer Sanctuaries
No book necessary

We hope you can join us! If you have any questions, please call the Mission Rivers District at 757.879.9472.