Learning Communities

Description:

6:30 – 7:00 pm Overview of the Transition Process, from the departure of clergy to call of new clergy.

7:00 – 8:00 pm
Supportive and practical, this group is for wardens and treasurers serving congregations without permanent clergy or in times of change. Together, we focus on steadying leadership, improving communication, and breaking unhelpful habits (like reactive or isolated decision-making), while building healthy, sustainable ways to lead and govern.

Lead: Cn. Lisa & Cn. Aaron
Frequency: First Thursday of the Month (May-June, September-November)

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Dates (Proposed):

• May 7 Roles and Decision Making
• June 4 Financial Stability and Stewardship Planning
• Sept 3 Worship and Pastoral Care
• Oct 1 Communication with the Parish
• Nov 5 Diocesan Support and Wider Connections

Description:

Are you a treasurer or part of your congregation’s finance team? Join this Learning Community to share knowledge, tools, and encouragement as we support one another in the ministry of financial stewardship.

Together, we’ll explore topics like budgeting, parochial reports, audits, pledge campaigns, and diocesan resources—all to strengthen your church’s financial health.

Lead: Cn. Victor and Cn. Lisa  

Frequency: Monthly (3 sessions)
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Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm (We will open the session at 7:00 pm for you to bring your own questions or ideas).

Dates (Proposed):

• May 13
• June 10
• July 8 (optional continuation)

Description:
A learning space for those responsible for buildings and grounds. Topics include deferred maintenance, capital planning, risk management, and faithful stewardship of physical assets as tools for mission.

Lead: To be announced
Frequency: Monthly (4 sessions)
Register here: To be announced

Dates (Proposed):

• TBD Fall

Description:
Many of our congregations are discovering that we can do more together than alone.

This Learning Community is for leaders who are exploring creative ministry models, such as shared leadership, regional partnerships, multi-congregation collaborations, and new forms of community ministry. Together, we’ll respond to our changing contexts with courage, imagination, and mutual support.

Lead: Cn. Victor
Frequency: 2 sessions (every 3 weeks)

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Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm (We will open the session at 7:00 pm for you to bring your own questions or ideas).

Dates (Proposed):

• April 20
• May 18

Description:
A diocese-wide confirmation preparation experience offered in multiple tracks (adult, youth, Spanish-language). Combines theological grounding, spiritual reflection in small groups, and preparation for participation in the sacramental life of the Church. Participants may be preparing for baptism, confirmation, reception into The Episcopal Church, or reaffirmation of baptismal vows, and may choose to participate in diocesan confirmations at the Cathedral on June 6, or on another date in their local congregation or region.

Lead: Cn. Tanya
Frequency: Weekly (6 weeks)

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Tracks:

• Adult Cohort: Canon Tanya Wallace + Rev. Tami Burks-Condon
  • Wednesdays April 29-June 3 – 7:00-8:30 pm
• Spanish-Language Cohort: Deacon Wendy Cañas
  • Sundays April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 31 – 7:00- 8:00 pm
• Youth Cohort (for all abilities): Deacon Dave Barr
  • Thursdays April 9, 16, 23, May 7, 21, 28 – 7:00- 8:00 pm

Description:

We are a Learning Community committed to fostering congregational development across all sizes, locations, and contexts, transforming our churches into more faithful, healthy, and effective communities of faith.

Whether you have completed CCD Year A or Year B, are currently enrolled, or simply want to learn more, this Learning Community is for you. We will gather every two months to share insights, ask questions, support one another, and deepen our practice as congregational developers.

Lead: Cn. Victor
Frequency: TBD (likely cohort-based or intensive)

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/LIEytivBT1KbbVMIej31Qg

Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm (We will open the session at 7:00 pm for you to bring your own questions or ideas).

Dates (Proposed):

Join us on Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 PM:

• April 20, 2026
• May 11, 2026
• June 8, 2026

Description:
A collaborative space to support congregations engaging multilingual, multicultural, and intercultural ministry. Focus includes resource-sharing, contextual strategies, and strengthening ministries that reflect the diversity of EDNY.

Lead/Support: Cn. Victor
Frequency: Monthly (3 sessions)

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Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm (We will open the session at 7:00 pm for you to bring your own questions or ideas).

Dates (Proposed):

• April 30
• May 28
• June 25

Description:
A guided vestry-level engagement with the Moses Report, helping congregational leaders reflect on its findings and implications for diocesan life, equity, and mission strategy.

Lead: Cn. Sam 
Frequency: 2 sessions

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Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm 

Dates (Proposed):

• May 20

Description:
Stewardship is more than a campaign; it’s a year-round spiritual practice that nurtures generosity and sustainability in our congregations.

Join fellow clergy and lay leaders to explore best practices, share experiences, and engage with resources from The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS), tailored for congregations of all sizes, locations, and conditions. Together, we’ll deepen our understanding of stewardship as a ministry of hope, vision, and faithfulness.

Lead: Cn. Victor
Frequency: Two offerings only

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Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm (We will open the session at 7:00 pm for you to bring your own questions or ideas).

Date (Proposed):

• May 5
• November 30

Ser parte de una Junta Parroquial hoy implica liderazgo espiritual, compromiso pastoral, responsabilidad administrativa y acompañamiento en tiempos de transición.

Te invitamos a participar en esta comunidad de aprendizaje, donde tendremos un espacio seguro y enriquecedor para reflexionar sobre el rol de la Junta Parroquial, compartir experiencias, y aprender estrategias prácticas para liderar nuestras comunidades de fe con sabiduría y esperanza.

Facilitador: Cn. Victor
Frecuencia: Nos reunimos tres veces

Time: 7:30 to 8:30 pm (We will open the session at 7:00 pm for you to bring your own questions or ideas).

Fechas:

• Abril 27
• Mayo 25
• Junio 29

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