Events
All Upcoming Events at CTS
Seeking God: An Invitation to a Deeper Spiritual Life (online)
01/10/2022 - 02/07/2022
This four-week online retreat is for anyone seeking to cultivate a more meaningful life with God. It may also be helpful for those exploring new directions and callings. With Carl McColman, Deedra Rich, Debra Weir
The Coaching Institute at Columbia Theological Seminary (TCI@CTS 2022 Cohort)
01/10/2022 - 07/07/2022
TCI@CTS is an application-based limited enrollment opportunity that follows a rigorous, proven coaching program accredited by the International Coaching Federation. For complete information about the Coaching Institute at the Center for Lifelong Learning (TCI@CLL), visit https://www.ctsnet.edu/lifelong-learning/certificate-programs/coaching-institute/.
Certificate in Spiritual Direction Application
01/17/2022 - 07/01/2022
Apply here for acceptance to the Certificate in Spiritual Direction, a 2.5-year program designed to nurture the gifts, sensibilities, and skills of a spiritual director.
The Process of Aging and Implications for Ministry (Older Adult Ministry Course) online
01/17/2022 - 02/25/2022
Aging is associated with many changes in physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. This course will equip participants with the resources necessary to help those with whom you work navigate aging with agency, support, and information.
Inclusive Leadership in a Diverse and Changing World (online)
01/31/2022 - 03/04/2022
This practical five-week course is an introduction to intercultural competence in the context of local churches and religious organizations. Participants will explore what it means to be a culturally competent and inclusive leader in a diverse and changing world.
Leadership in Ministry (Online)
02/01/2022 - 05/31/2022
The Leadership in Ministry Online program is new addition to the long-running Leadership in Ministry workshops. This program is a twice-a-year, peer-based, clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong...
Becoming a Better Parent: 10 Pitfalls to Avoid (online)
02/01/2022 - 02/28/2022
A parenting course of a different kind for courageous parents. Based on the best-selling 10 Best Parenting Ways to Ruin Your Child, this course will help parents explore ten common parenting behaviors detrimental to the parent-child relationship, and ways to change them.
Colloquy for Young Black Church Clergy
02/07/2022 - 02/09/2022
This rich peer learning experience offers an opportunity to explore how young Black Church Clergy can be more effective leaders in the changing realities of ministry today.
Understanding Congregations: A Systems Perspective
02/14/2022 - 03/18/2022
This course is a five-week study on understanding the dynamics of congregations. Using the text, The Hidden Lives of Congregations: Understanding Church Dynamics, by Israel Galindo, participants will gain insights into the dynamics that impact many facts of congregational...
The Life of Christ in Art and Poetry (online)
03/07/2022 - 04/08/2022
This five-week course presents the life of Christ in poetry and art. You are invited to read and reflect on contemporary poetic and visual interpretations of Gospel passages. Imaginative and artistic reflections will be encouraged.
Leadership in Ministry: Atlanta
03/14/2022 - 03/16/2022
The Leadership in Ministry workshop in Atlanta is a twice-a-year, peer-based clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong Learning. The workshop includes monthly webinars, peer coaching groups and plenaries.
...Leadership in Ministry Lynchburg 2022
03/21/2022 - 03/23/2022
The Leadership in Ministry workshop in Lynchburg is a twice-a-year, peer-based clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong Learning. The workshop includes monthly webinars, peer coaching groups and plenaries.
Theological Reflection and Older Adult Ministry (online) (Older Adult Ministry Program Course)
03/21/2022 - 04/29/2022
This course will explore theological doctrines and concepts pertinent to older adult ministry. Using Scripture, movies, music, creeds, confessions and other resources, participants will explore how to facilitate theological reflection among older adults.
Prophetic, Imaginative Preaching for God’s Changing World (online)
04/04/2022 - 05/06/2022
Imagination—empowered by the Spirit—is the lifeblood of prophetic preaching. Drawing upon traditional and contemporary approaches to preaching, this course will lead students to innovate upon these approaches and to incorporate preaching styles across cultures in response to God’s changing...
Creation through a New Lens
04/07/2022 - 04/10/2022
Jim Dant leads this biblical study of the creation stories in Genesis 1 and 2, exploring several interpretive lenses to widen our view of these familiar stories.
Discernment in Spiritual Direction
04/24/2022 - 04/29/2022
This seminar explores the art and gift of Christian Discernment in the context of individual spiritual direction. This is the third residency for the Certificate in Spiritual Direction; enrollment is limited to those accepted into the program through application. Thank you for your interest.
Baptism and Belonging; Creating, Being and Becoming Beloved Community (Thompson Scholars 2022)
04/26/2022 - 04/29/2022
This seminar is designed for clergy and other church leaders who preach and/or teach in a congregational setting, or who serve in other capacities and have an interest discipleship formation and evangelism and want to strengthen their understanding of...
Be Still and Know: A Contemplative Retreat
05/02/2022 - 05/06/2022
Carl McColman and Debra Weir guide this ecumenical retreat to invite stillness, rest, and prayer. The retreat is open to both men and women. No prior experience at a monastery or with contemplative prayer is necessary, simply a desire...
Leadership in Ministry: Boston
05/16/2022 - 05/18/2022
The Leadership in Ministry workshop in Boston is a twice-a-year, peer-based clergy leadership development program and is part of the Pastoral Excellence Programs of the Center for Lifelong Learning. The workshop includes monthly webinars, peer coaching groups and plenaries.
Prayer: Deepening your Experience with God (Online)
07/25/2022 - 08/26/2022
Develop a habit of prayer to deepen your spiritual life. The course will introduce several prayer forms and invite the participants to explore each practice and reflect on the experience.
Developing Your Pastoral Intelligence: Emotional Fitness for Ministry
09/19/2022 - 09/21/2022
This program is for clergy and ministry professionals serving in congregational contexts who are seeking to assess and improve their leadership and ministry effectiveness. Utilizing the work of Dr. Maurice Graham’s Pastoral Intelligence ™ model, this program includes a nine-month coaching component.
Guthrie Scholars 2022
09/19/2022 - 09/23/2022
The Guthrie Scholars Program is a week-long independent study opportunity offered in the fall. For additional information and to apply, visit https://www.ctsnet.edu/lifelong-learning/postgraduate-programs/guthrie-scholars/.
