BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PSEC - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://psec.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PSEC 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:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T110000 DTSTAMP:20240814T141228Z CREATED:20240719T151640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T141228Z UID:7319-1726308000-1726311600@psec.org SUMMARY:Keystone Study Group Town Hall: Timing\, Staffing\, Finance DESCRIPTION:The  Keystone Study Group has decided that due to the complex nature of the possible merger\, it would be better to break down the Town Halls into three groups: \n\nTimeline\, Staffing\, Finance\nTimeline\, PA UCC Mission Focus\nTimeline\, Associations.\n\nNow you will have four different opportunities to attend a webinar on each of the above topics.  A listing of all 12 sessions can be found in this attachment.\nTown Hall Schedule for Keystone Study Group \nPlease make sure you have viewed the Keystone page on our PSEC website prior to joining the meeting. \nTo register\, click here.\nRegistration is required to obtain the zoom link.  This session will be led by PSEC members of the Keystone Study Group URL:https://psec.org/event/town-hall-meeting-keystone-study-group/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T123000 DTSTAMP:20240109T210234Z CREATED:20240109T210234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T210234Z UID:6773-1717750800-1717936200@psec.org SUMMARY:PSEC Spring Meeting - part of the 2024 UCC/Pennsylvania Summer Gathering DESCRIPTION:Details will be forthcoming on the joint meeting of the four PA UCC Conference\, June 7-9\, 2024 at The Penn Stater Hotel & Convention Center in State College\, PA.\nThis is where the PSEC Spring Elections and Conferring Session will take place. URL:https://psec.org/event/psec-spring-meeting-part-of-the-2024-ucc-pennsylvania-summer-gathering/ LOCATION:The Penn Stater Convention Center\, 215 Innovation Boulevard\, State College\, PA\, 16803 CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T133000 DTSTAMP:20231201T134411Z CREATED:20231201T133613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T134411Z UID:6668-1715094000-1715261400@psec.org SUMMARY:Clergy Convocation 2024: Healing Together: Healing Me\, Healing You DESCRIPTION:Welcome to all our pastors across the four UCC Conferences in Pennsylvania. Join us for a time of collegiality\, spiritual renewal and education for authorized ministries and members in discernment.\nShould you attend? Hear these words from a first time attendee from this past year’s event:\n“The memorable moments from my first United Church of Christ Pastors’ convocation will remain in my heart and spirit for years to come! \nAttending convocations is a wonderful\, warm way to get to know so many other pastors who serve our denomination\, and I was greeted so lovingly by so many people\, the majority of whom for the very first time. The atmosphere is very informal and joyous\, and I felt very much as though I had joined a new\, loving family. \nThe topics discussed were subjects that were timely and interesting\, such as a session about how to design a flexible and fulfilling pastoral career\, and another session about how to handle finances as a pastor. \nBut my best moment\, especially for a newly ordained ministry\, was a pair of warm\, welcoming arms! Those arms were wrapped around my shoulders in a hug and the words I’ll never forget were softly said to me: “We are so glad you are here with us\, and you are now a part of us. We welcome you with love!” \nThat\, for me\, was priceless! – The Rev. Donald I Hammonds\, Pittsburgh\, Pa \nHealing Together: Healing Me\, Healing Us\nYou are not alone. Our time together for Clergy Convocation will focus on rest\, renewal\, connection and healing. Healing in our ministries and our world often begins with healing within. We know how important it is for clergy to have time away from their ministry settings and to find support. We will have times dedicated for worship\, theological reflection\, gatherings of affinity groups\, connecting with folks from other Conferences\, and free time. \nClergy Convocation 2024 – Tentative Agenda \nTo register\, click here. URL:https://psec.org/event/clergy-convocation-2024-healing-together-healing-me-healing-you/ LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton\, Lancaster\, 2400 Willow Street Pike\, Lancaster\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T110000 DTSTAMP:20240228T134033Z CREATED:20240228T134033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T134033Z UID:6920-1711620000-1711623600@psec.org SUMMARY:Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows DESCRIPTION:The Conference Ministers of the four Pennsylvania UCC Conferences will host a Service of the Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows for ordained clergy on Maundy Thursday\, March 28\, at 10:00a via ZOOM. \nIt’s a long-standing custom in liturgical traditions for clergy to gather on the same day Jesus offered “a new commandment”– to love and serve one another– for the reaffirmation of their ordination. We hope this will be an experience of spiritual encouragement and connection. \nClergy are encouraged to wear a stole received at their ordination\, a red stole\, or any other stole that has significant meaning. The service includes the sacrament of virtual communion so please prepare in advance. \nPlease register\, by clicking here. URL:https://psec.org/event/reaffirmation-of-ordination-vows/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T200000 DTSTAMP:20240111T222206Z CREATED:20240111T222206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T222206Z UID:6787-1710961200-1710964800@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Lenten Study: Looking Back to Look Forward DESCRIPTION:The Penn Central\, Penn Northeast\, Penn West and Penn Southeast Conferences of the United Church of Christ cordially invite you to participate in this virtual Lenten opportunity meeting each Wednesday in Lent at 7:00 pm.  This Bible Study explores the foundations of our identity as Christians and members of the UCC as we explore what the future may hold!\nEach week is unique so if you cannot attend every date you can still participate in as many as you are able. \nIf you have any questions\, or you would like to participate in this study\, please email Patty at pattyr@pnec.org to receive the link. \nFebruary 21: Unity and Foundation\nFebruary 28:  United Church of Christ\nMarch 6: Lent in Context\nMarch 13: The Priesthood of All Believers\nMarch 20: Communion URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-lenten-study-looking-back-to-look-forward-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T123000 DTSTAMP:20240118T210139Z CREATED:20240112T002641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T210139Z UID:6794-1710936000-1710937800@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Noontime Lenten Prayer Gathering DESCRIPTION:The 4 PA UCC Conference Ministers and UCC Staff Members will lead weekly prayer gatherings during Lent on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30pm. The first prayer time is Wednesday\, February 21 and will follow each Wednesday until March 20th. \nMarch 20th will be hosted by Rev. Dr. Bonnie Bates \nTo register for the zoom link\, click here. URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-noontime-lenten-prayer-gathering-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T200000 DTSTAMP:20240111T222044Z CREATED:20240111T222044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T222044Z UID:6786-1710356400-1710360000@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Lenten Study: Looking Back to Look Forward DESCRIPTION:The Penn Central\, Penn Northeast\, Penn West and Penn Southeast Conferences of the United Church of Christ cordially invite you to\nparticipate in this virtual Lenten opportunity meeting each Wednesday in Lent at 7:00 pm.  This Bible Study explores the foundations of our identity as Christians and members of the UCC as we explore what the future may hold!\nEach week is unique so if you cannot attend every date you can still participate in as many as you are able. \nIf you have any questions\, or you would like to participate in this study\, please email Patty at pattyr@pnec.org to receive the link. \nFebruary 21: Unity and Foundation\nFebruary 28:  United Church of Christ\nMarch 6: Lent in Context\nMarch 13: The Priesthood of All Believers\nMarch 20: Communion URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-lenten-study-looking-back-to-look-forward-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T123000 DTSTAMP:20240118T210230Z CREATED:20240112T002536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T210230Z UID:6793-1710331200-1710333000@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Noontime Lenten Prayer Gathering DESCRIPTION:The 4 PA UCC Conference Ministers and UCC Staff Members will lead weekly prayer gatherings during Lent on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30pm. The first prayer time is Wednesday\, February 21 and will follow each Wednesday until March 20th. \nMarch 13th hosted by Rev. William “Bill” Worley \nTo register for the zoom link\, click here. URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-noontime-lenten-prayer-gathering-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T200000 DTSTAMP:20240111T221916Z CREATED:20240111T221916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T221916Z UID:6785-1709751600-1709755200@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Lenten Study: Looking Back to Look Forward DESCRIPTION:The Penn Central\, Penn Northeast\, Penn West and Penn Southeast Conferences of the United Church of Christ cordially invite you to\nparticipate in this virtual Lenten opportunity meeting each Wednesday in Lent at 7:00 pm.  This Bible Study explores the foundations of our identity as Christians and members of the UCC as we explore what the future may hold!\nEach week is unique so if you cannot attend every date you can still participate in as many as you are able. \nIf you have any questions\, or you would like to participate in this study\, please email Patty at pattyr@pnec.org to receive the link. \nFebruary 21: Unity and Foundation\nFebruary 28:  United Church of Christ\nMarch 6: Lent in Context\nMarch 13: The Priesthood of All Believers\nMarch 20: Communion URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-lenten-study-looking-back-to-look-forward-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T123000 DTSTAMP:20240118T210318Z CREATED:20240112T002435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T210318Z UID:6791-1709726400-1709728200@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Noontime Lenten Prayer Gathering DESCRIPTION:The 4 PA UCC Conference Ministers and UCC Staff Members will lead weekly prayer gatherings during Lent on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30pm. The first prayer time is Wednesday\, February 21 and will follow each Wednesday until March 20th. \nMarch 6 hosted by Rev. Dr. Carrie Call \nTo register for the zoom link\, click here. URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-noontime-lenten-prayer-gathering-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T200000 DTSTAMP:20240111T222318Z CREATED:20240111T213200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T222318Z UID:6784-1709146800-1709150400@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Lenten Study: Looking Back to Look Forward DESCRIPTION:The Penn Central\, Penn Northeast\, Penn West and Penn Southeast Conferences of the United Church of Christ cordially invite you to\nparticipate in this virtual Lenten opportunity meeting each Wednesday in Lent at 7:00 pm.  This Bible Study explores the foundations of our identity as Christians and members of the UCC as we explore what the future may hold!\nEach week is unique so if you cannot attend every date you can still participate in as many as you are able. \nIf you have any questions\, or you would like to participate in this study\, please email Patty at pattyr@pnec.org to receive the link. \nFebruary 21: Unity and Foundation\nFebruary 28:  United Church of Christ\nMarch 6: Lent in Context\nMarch 13: The Priesthood of All Believers\nMarch 20: Communion URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-lenten-study-looking-back-to-look-forward-2/ CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T123000 DTSTAMP:20240118T210429Z CREATED:20240112T002312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T210429Z UID:6790-1709121600-1709123400@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Noontime Lenten Prayer Gathering DESCRIPTION:The 4 PA UCC Conference Ministers and UCC Staff Members will lead weekly prayer gatherings during Lent on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30pm. The first prayer time is Wednesday\, February 21 and will follow each Wednesday until March 20th. \nFebruary 28th hosted by Rev. Dr. Nora Foust \nTo register for the zoom link\, click here. URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-noontime-lenten-prayer-gathering-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T200000 DTSTAMP:20240111T222244Z CREATED:20240111T213024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T222244Z UID:6782-1708542000-1708545600@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Lenten Study: Looking Back to Look Forward DESCRIPTION:The Penn Central\, Penn Northeast\, Penn West and Penn Southeast Conferences of the United Church of Christ cordially invite you to\nparticipate in this virtual Lenten opportunity meeting each Wednesday in Lent at 7:00 pm.  This Bible Study explores the foundations of our identity as Christians and members of the UCC as we explore what the future may hold!\nEach week is unique so if you cannot attend every date you can still participate in as many as you are able. \nIf you have any questions\, or you would like to participate in this study\, please email Patty at pattyr@pnec.org to receive the link. \nFebruary 21: Unity and Foundation\nFebruary 28:  United Church of Christ\nMarch 6: Lent in Context\nMarch 13: The Priesthood of All Believers\nMarch 20: Communion \n  \n  URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-lenten-study-looking-back-to-look-forward/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T123000 DTSTAMP:20240118T210507Z CREATED:20240112T002107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T210507Z UID:6788-1708516800-1708518600@psec.org SUMMARY:4 Conference Noontime Lenten Prayer Gathering DESCRIPTION:The 4 PA UCC Conference Ministers and UCC Staff Members will lead weekly prayer gatherings during Lent on Wednesdays from 12:00-12:30pm. The first prayer time is Wednesday\, February 21 and will follow each Wednesday until March 20th. \nFebruary 21st hosted by Rev. David Ackerman. \nTo register for the zoom link\, click here. URL:https://psec.org/event/4-conference-noontime-lenten-prayer-gathering/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T130000 DTSTAMP:20230323T205530Z CREATED:20230210T145524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T205530Z UID:5815-1683037800-1683205200@psec.org SUMMARY:Clergy Convocation 2023 DESCRIPTION:Welcome your new friends and colleagues from Penn West as they join together for the first time with Penn Central\, Penn Northeast and Pennsylvania Southeast Conferences for a time of collegiality\, spiritual renewal and education for authorized ministries and members in discernment…Clergy Convocation 2023 ! \nFocus Texts: John 17: 20-23 and John 15: 1-5 \nBeing One: Clergy Wellness\, Clergy Wholeness \nOur time together for Clergy Convocation will focus on connection – connecting with God\, self and others. We will have times dedicated for worship\, theological reflection\, gatherings of affinity groups\, connecting with folks from other Conferences\, and free time. Our teaching focus on clergy wellness will take shape in four 90-minute sessions\, each dedicated to one of the components of wellness every pastor needs: spiritual wellness\, vocational wellness\, financial wellness\, and physical wellness. Pension Boards staff and outside facilitators will provide attendee with thoughtful and relevant content for those engaged in local church ministry. \nClergy Convocation 2023 Flyer \nTo register\, click here.\nEarly bird registration\, double occupancy ends Feb. 28th. URL:https://psec.org/event/clergy-convocation-2023/ LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton\, Lancaster\, 2400 Willow Street Pike\, Lancaster\, 17602\, United States CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T110000 DTSTAMP:20230321T182520Z CREATED:20230321T182520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T182520Z UID:5932-1680775200-1680778800@psec.org SUMMARY:Service of the Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows on Maundy Thursday DESCRIPTION:The Conference Ministers of the four Pennsylvania UCC Conferences will host a Service of the Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows for ordained clergy on Maundy Thursday\, April 6\, at 10:00a via ZOOM. \nIt’s a long-standing custom in liturgical traditions for clergy to gather on the same day Jesus offered “a new commandment”– to love and serve one another– for the reaffirmation of their ordination. We hope this will be an experience of spiritual encouragement and connection. \nClergy are encouraged to wear a stole received at their ordination\, a red stole\, or any other stole that has significant meaning. The service includes the sacrament of virtual communion so please prepare in advance. \nTo register\, click here. \n  URL:https://psec.org/event/service-of-the-reaffirmation-of-ordination-vows-on-maundy-thursday/ LOCATION:Zoom call CATEGORIES:PA 4 UCC Conferences Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR