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SUMMARY:Clergy Stewardship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The economic landscape for congregations in the United States i
 s changing dramatically\, and congregations are having to be more creative 
 when it comes to making ends meet. Yet\, in this season\, clergy and congre
 gational leaders have incredible opportunities to cultivate generosity with
 in their communities and to advance the practice of stewardship.\nThat's wh
 y on May 5\, the Stewardship Commission of The Diocese of West Missouri wil
 l be hosting a one-day workshop\, "Building Community\, Cultivating Genero
 sity\, and Practicing Stewardship."\nThis workshop\, led by Nathan Kirkpatr
 ick from Saison Consulting\, is designed specifically for clergy in The Dio
 cese of West Missouri. We will spend time both exploring the wider landscap
 e and the practical dimensions of religious fundraising today. Whether you 
 are concerned about trends in planned giving or capital campaigns or just w
 ondering how to execute an annual appeal\, there will be something in this 
 day for you! Our schedule will include:\n\n9 a.m. | Gathering and opening p
 rayer\n9:30 a.m. | Introduction to our work together\, a way of working\, a
 nd each other\n10 a.m. | The landscape of religious fundraising\n11 a.m. | 
 Understanding your donors\n12:30 p.m. | Lunch\n1:15 p.m. | Practical tools:
  the 4-legged stool of fundraising\n2:30 p.m. | Practical tools: The year-r
 ound cycle of giving\n3:30 p.m. | Closing thoughts and departures\n\nRegist
 er by May 1 to attend the workshop. If you are interested in staying the ni
 ght on May 4\, please register by April 15 for room at the Hampton Inn. Roo
 m cost and lunch is covered by the Stewardship Commission.\nFor more inform
 ation\, please contact Amy Amason at amysamason@gmail.com.\nPlease note: Th
 is event is for clergy ONLY. If you are a lay leader and are interested in 
 learning more about best stewardship practices\, please contact Amy Amason.
LOCATION:Benson Convention & Exposition Center | Cummings Room | 1008 E Sed
 alia Ave.\, Clinton\, MO 64735
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