BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//kindlingfaith.com - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:kindlingfaith.com X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://kindlingfaith.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for kindlingfaith.com REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260107T212440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T212856Z UID:5777-1776279600-1776285000@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/a-beautiful-day-in-the-neighborhood/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Philadelphia & Online CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Wright-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20250925T160530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T161840Z UID:3655-1777575600-1777581000@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Equipping Pastoral Leaders: Faithful Ministry with People of All Abilities DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/equipping-pastoral-leaders-faithful-ministry-with-people-of-all-abilities-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/mosaic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260109T183638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T143629Z UID:5822-1778061600-1778083200@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Spring Convocation\, On the Glorious Hill: The Impact of the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg after 200 Years DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/on-the-glorious-hill-the-impact-of-the-lutheran-theological-seminary-at-gettysburg-after-200-years/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Gettysburg & Online CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/campus.1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T144500 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20250910T162142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T144333Z UID:2641-1778760000-1778769900@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Thriving Ministries: Congregational Vitality Training DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/thriving-ministries-congregational-vitality-training-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/thrive.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20250925T160530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T161840Z UID:3656-1779994800-1780000200@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Equipping Pastoral Leaders: Faithful Ministry with People of All Abilities DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/equipping-pastoral-leaders-faithful-ministry-with-people-of-all-abilities-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/mosaic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260325T152431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T154204Z UID:7268-1780135200-1780142400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:When Cultures Collide With Rev. Angela Zimmann\, PhD\, CFRE DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/when-cultures-collide-with-rev-angela-zimmann-phd-cfre/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/A.zimm-promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260310T134924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T133812Z UID:6972-1780927200-1781177400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Queerly Created: Co-Creating a World Where Queerness Thrives DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/queerly-created-co-creating-a-world-where-queerness-thrives/ LOCATION:In-person: Gettysburg\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Pride-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260209T220516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T151037Z UID:6397-1783868400-1784286000@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Theological Education with Adults - Luther's Teachings for Today DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/theological-education-with-adults-luthers-teachings-for-today/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Gettysburg & Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/luthertea.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260213T144336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T144336Z UID:6483-1785078000-1785495600@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Wine\, Cheese\, Chocolate IV\, and Rozella Haydee White's 'Love Big' DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/wine-cheese-chocolate-iv-and-rozella-haydee-whites-love-big/ LOCATION:In-person: Gettysburg\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WCC-Promo-2026.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260324T192326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T193525Z UID:7246-1785418200-1785425400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Aging Grace-Fully with Author Rozella Haydee White DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/aging-grace-fully-with-author-rozella-haydee-white/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Gettysburg & Online CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Aging-Gracefully-Promo-White.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260219T180346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144039Z UID:6596-1786287600-1786618800@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Preaching the Paradox: A Festival of Lutheran Proclamation DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/preaching-the-paradox-a-festival-of-lutheran-proclamation/ LOCATION:In-person: Gettysburg\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Preaching-Festival-Brochure.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T135340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133801Z UID:7318-1788976800-1789072200@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Cultural Competency and Gender Training (two nights\, one training) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/lgbtqia-cultural-competency-and-gender-training-two-nights-one-training/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260325T171101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T150351Z UID:7271-1789047000-1789054200@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Aging Grace-Fully with Pulitzer Prize winning Author Geraldine Brooks DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/aging-grace-fully-with-pulitzer-prize-winning-author-geraldine-brooks/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Gettysburg & Online CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Aging-Gracefully-Promo-Brooks.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260130T194337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T193946Z UID:6204-1789293600-1790438400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Pilgrimage to Iona; And the Heart of Scotland DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/pilgrimage-to-iona-and-the-heart-of-scotland/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/iona-abbey-on-iona-off-mull-scotland-uk-royalty-free-image-1657277020.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T134826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133237Z UID:7312-1789408800-1789504200@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Toward Racial Justice Training (one training\, two nights) 6 - 8:30pm DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/toward-racial-justice-training-one-training-two-nights-6-830pm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T190757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T153015Z UID:7325-1789635600-1789660800@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Fall Convocation 2026 - The Double-Edged Sword: How the Digital World Hurts and Heals DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/fall-convocation-2026-the-double-edged-sword-how-the-digital-world-hurts-and-heals/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Philadelphia & Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-Convo-Promo-2026.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T132820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133837Z UID:7305-1790013600-1790109000@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Boundary Training (one training\, two nights) 6 - 8:30pm DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/boundary-training-one-training-two-nights-6-830pm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T135508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133204Z UID:7319-1791194400-1791212400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Cultural Competency and Gender Training In person (Gettysburg Campus) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/lgbtqia-cultural-competency-and-gender-training-in-person-gettysburg-campus/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T132938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133133Z UID:7304-1791280800-1791298800@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Boundary Training in person (Gettysburg Campus) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/boundary-training-in-person-gettysburg-campus/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260325T172630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T151720Z UID:7274-1791466200-1791473400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Aging Grace-Fully with Author Ayana Mathis DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/aging-grace-fully-with-author-ayana-mathis/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Philadelphia & Online CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Aging-Gracefully-Promo-Mathis.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T134935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133059Z UID:7313-1791885600-1791903600@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Toward Racial Justice Training in person (Gettysburg Campus) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/toward-racial-justice-training-in-person-gettysburg-campus/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20251006T164317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T150506Z UID:3944-1792350000-1792497600@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Leading From the “Second Chair” - Two day seminar for Associate Pastors and Deacons (Gettysburg Campus) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/leading-from-the-second-chair/ LOCATION:In-person: Gettysburg\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States CATEGORIES:Spiritual Formation & Pastoral Care ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Leading-From-the-2nd-Chair_1400.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T135206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T132927Z UID:7320-1794218400-1794236400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Cultural Competency and Gender Training (online from 10am - 3pm EDT) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/lgbtqia-cultural-competency-and-gender-training-online-from-10am-3pm-edt/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T135022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T133023Z UID:7314-1794304800-1794322800@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Toward Racial Justice Training (online from 10am - 3pm EDT) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/toward-racial-justice-training-online-from-10am-3pm-edt/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260317T143438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T132957Z UID:7108-1794391200-1794409200@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Boundary Training (online from 10am - 3pm EDT) DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/boundary-training-online-from-10am-3pm-edt-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Fall-26-Trainings-Promo.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260325T172936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T151455Z UID:7277-1794490200-1794497400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Aging Grace-Fully with Author Kate Bowler DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/aging-grace-fully-with-author-kate-bowler/ LOCATION:Hybrid: Gettysburg & Online CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Aging-Gracefully-Promo-Bowler.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260326T192058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T151201Z UID:7328-1796551200-1797436800@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Luther Sites & Christmas Markets DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/luther-sites-christmas-markets/ LOCATION:berlin\, germany\, Germany CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/christmas-market-frankfurt-germany-pix.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260407T182731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T144449Z UID:7574-1796637600-1796990400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Advent Icon Retreat II DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/advent-icon-retreat-ii/ LOCATION:In-person: Gettysburg\, 61 Seminary Ridge\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Advent-Icon-Promo-26.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270129T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T180423 CREATED:20260408T185213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T133341Z UID:7596-1800460800-1801256400@kindlingfaith.com SUMMARY:Holy Land Solidarity Trip DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Presence in the Holy Land Yes\, there’s a war in the Middle East. Obviously this trip would not be taking place if there was a significant risk or if flightsare unavailable. Now more than ever\, however\, we need to accompany our Palestinian Christian siblings in a time ofeconomic uncertainty and difficult sustainability. This pilgrimage for rostered leaders offers a unique opportunity to support the Christians of the Holy Land through sharing of our time\, resources\, and empathy. Our fellow Lutherans of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land often feel alone and forgotten – being present with them at Sunday worship and other opportunities for fellowship are important factors in sharing hope for a better world where walls become tables and peace with justice and equity becomes possible. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd Travel\, this opportunity is available for less than half the cost of other pilgrimages and includes airfare\, hotel stays\, and all meals. In addition to local Christian guides\, you’ll be traveling with the Rev. Dr. Martin Otto-Zimmann\, former ELCA missionary in Jerusalem. Space is limited. Applications will be reviewed on a first come\, first served basis. Certain restrictions will apply.ELCJHL. Click below to apply.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here URL:https://kindlingfaith.com/event/holy-land-solidarity-trip/ LOCATION:Holy Land\, Jordan CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kindlingfaith.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/07b692d4-4d02-4fd5-a3d8-cb5c2ceb7b47-scaled.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR