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SUMMARY:Gettysburg Association Welcomes Rev. David Ackerman
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to join in the Gettysburg Associations  welcome to  Region 3’s RCM Rev. David Ackerman. \nWe will celebrate with Rev. Ackerman and his wife at Trinity UCC\, 60 E. High St.\, Gettysburg\, Pa.\, on 3/1/26\, at 2pm. \nCome and enjoy fellowship and light foods while getting to know Region 3’s new RCM. \nFor any questions\, please contact Trinity UCC at 717-334-7266. No RSVP needed! Our doors are open to everyone!
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/gettysburg-association-welcomes-rev-david-ackerman/
LOCATION:Trinity UCC\, Gettysburg\, 60 E. High St\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region 3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T210000
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SUMMARY:Theology with a Twist: "From Her Own Means: The Women Who Bankrolled the Gospel"
DESCRIPTION:As those who lead churches today know\, the economic life of a church is as necessary to sustain as its spiritual life. The early Jesus movement and Paul’s groups also required material sustenance to operate. How did these groups support themselves financially? If we look closely\, there are several women who are named in our New Testament sources as financial sponsors of the Gospel: Phoebe\, Lydia\, Mary Magdalene\, Susanna\, and others. Join us as we dig into the ways women appear\, again and again\, across early Christian writings as the primary investors in the Gospel. \nDr. Brigidda Zapata is Assistant Professor of New Testament at Moravian Theological Seminary. She holds a BA\, MA\, and PhD from the University of Toronto. Her research examines how people in the ancient world understood the divine to permeate into everyday life. Recently\, she has been writing about the role of New Testament women in ritual life\, both as participants and sponsors. \nTheology with a Twist meets at the Kutztown Tavern at 272 W Main St\, Kutztown\, PA 19530. We gather in the upper room of the tavern the first Tuesday of each month at 7pm for a time of learning and discussion about a variety of spiritual\, religious\, and theological topics presented by local experts in their field. The event is free but food and drink can be purchased in the restaurant downstairs and brought up to our event space. Parking is available in the community lot behind the tavern or on Main Street. All are welcome!
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/theology-with-a-twist-from-her-own-means-the-women-who-bankrolled-the-gospel/
LOCATION:Kutztown Tavern\, 272 W Main St\, Kutztown\, PA\, 19530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T203000
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SUMMARY:Politics and Preaching: Faithful Application or Misuse of the Pulpit?
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Dr. Carrie Call on Zoom for a discussion of “Politics and Preaching: Faithful Application or Misuse of the Pulpit?” The title is intentionally dichotomizing to reflect how so many things feel these days – there seems to be one answer only\, with very little nuance. I want to get away from that and introduce some complexity as we explore how the pulpit has been used for political purposes over the years and wrestle with when that is appropriate\, if ever. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/politics-and-preaching-faithful-application-or-misuse-of-the-pulpit/
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CATEGORIES:Keystone Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T092854
CREATED:20260202T204801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T151157Z
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SUMMARY:Keystone Conference Open and Affirming Winter Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Winter Gathering Flyer 2026 \nKEYSTONE CONFERENCE OPEN AND AFFIRMING WINTER GATHERING \nA day of education for all our churches who are part of the ONA ministry and those who are considering! \nHybrid event with in person and Zoom opportunities! \nSATURDAY\, MARCH 7\, 2026 \nImmanuel United Church of Christ \n99 South Waverly Street \nShillington (Reading)\, PA 19607 \nEasy access from PA routes 10 and 222 \n8:30 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M. \n“God is doing a new thing” and “Nothing will separate us from the love of God” \nIsaiah 43:19-21 and Romans 8:38-39. \nThere will be a speaker presentation with the same three workshops scheduled in the morning and afternoon. \nBreakfast and Lunch will be provided. \nLearn more here. \nQuestions may be directed to Steve Roush at: scroush2@gmail.com.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/keystone-conference-open-and-affirming-winter-gathering/
LOCATION:Immanuel UCC\, Shillington\, 99 South Waverly Street\, Shillington\, PA\, 19607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keystone Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T170000
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SUMMARY:Installation of Rev. Steve Hamilton at St. Luke's UCC\, Ottsville
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Steve Hamilton will be installed as Pastor of St. Luke’s UCC\, 212 Durham Road\, Ottsville (North Penn Association) on Sunday\, March 8 at 3:00p. Clergy are invited to process. Liturgical color is red. A reception will follow. Everyone attending is asked to bring a food donation for the food pantry.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/installation-of-rev-steve-hamilton-at-st-lukes-ucc-ottsville/
LOCATION:St. Luke’s UCC\, 212 Durham Road\, Ottsville\, PA\, 18942\, United States
CATEGORIES:Installation,Region 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T143000
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SUMMARY:Mental Health Ministry Team meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health Ministry Team would like to invite you to join us on Monday\,  March 9\, 2026 @ 1:30 pm to discuss and plan how we\, as the Keystone Conferences Mental Health Ministry Team\, might integrate Mental Wellness into the everyday life and work of our local churches and our conference! \nWe  will gather via Zoom @  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/2587383891?omn=82872143260  \nMeeting ID: 258 738 3891  \nPasscode: Hope  \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to me at hopeuccpastor@rcn.com. If you would like to join but cannot attend on Monday\, March 9th\, please let us know!
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/mental-health-ministry-team-meeting/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2587383891?omn=82872143260
CATEGORIES:Keystone Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T103000
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SUMMARY:Ordination of Jeremy Lau - New Creation UCC\, Easton
DESCRIPTION:March 14\, 2026 – Jeremy Lau will be ordained into ministry at New Creation UCC\, Easton\, PA. \nService begins at 10:30 am. 3730 Nicholas St Easton\, PA 18045-5116 Phone: (610) 253-1541 \nClergy are invited to stole.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/ordination-of-jeremy-lau-new-creation-ucc-easton/
LOCATION:New Creation UCC\, Easton\, 1913 Freemansburg Ave\, Easton\, PA\, 18042-5462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ordination,Region 2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T170000
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SUMMARY:Installation of Rev. Raymond Jachowski at Zion's UCC\, Pottstown
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Raymond Jachowski will be installed as Pastor of Zion’s UCC\, 209 Chestnut Street\, Pottstown\, on March 15 at 3:00p. Liturgical color is red. A light reception will follow.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/installation-of-rev-raymond-jachowski-at-zions-ucc-pottstown/
LOCATION:Zion’s UCC\, Pottstown\, 209 Chestnut Street\, Pottstown\, PA\, 19464-5507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Installation,Region 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T092854
CREATED:20260305T150241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T175407Z
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SUMMARY:Service of Installation for Rev. Dr. Rose Shepley - St. Paul's UCC\, Fleetwood
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Dr. Rose Shepley will be installed as Pastor of St. Paul’s UCC\, 5 West Arch Street\, Fleetwood (Covenant Association) on Sunday\, March 15 at 3:00p. Clergy are invited to process and wear their favorite stole. The liturgical color is red. A reception will follow. For the offering\, they’re requesting people bring items for the Fleetwood Community Food Pantry or support One Great Hour of Sharing
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/rose-shepley-service-of-installation-st-pauls-ucc-fleetwood/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s UCC\, Fleetwood\, 5 W. Arch Street\, Fleetwood\, PA\, 19522\, United States
CATEGORIES:Installation,Region 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T092854
CREATED:20260224T203614Z
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SUMMARY:Soul Cafe - "Eternal Life: The Soul and Its Afterlife"
DESCRIPTION:“Eternal Life: The Soul and Its Afterlife” \nDr. Nancy Omaha Boy \nLife is eternal. We know that\, but we rarely think about what that means. Fortunately\, we live in a time where prophets and researchers have a lot to tell us. Your understanding of your future may surprise and reassure you! \nDr. Nancy Omaha Boy is the former vice president of Academic Affairs at Reading Area Community College and retired Director of the Teaching Excellence Center and associate dean at Rutgers University. She is also a graduate of All Faiths Seminary International in NYC. Her late husband was a full-blooded Lakota Indian\, and she lived on Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota from 1970 to 1981. \nSoul Cafe is a “coffee house” type of discussion on matters of general interest. There is no charge\, and all are welcome. Soul Cafe is supported by your generous donations. For more information\, contact Dr. Harry L. Serio at hlserio@aol.com
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/soul-cafe-eternal-life-the-soul-and-its-afterlife/
LOCATION:West Lawn United Methodist Church\, 15 Woodside Avenue\, Reading\, PA\, 19609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T150237Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Boundary Training: Conversations with the Ministerial Code
DESCRIPTION:Credit hours: 2\nRev. Dr. Carrie Call leads this advanced boundary training leans heavily on engaging our Ministerial Code. More than a document for oversight\, it is a conversation partner for living into our call as clergy and setting healthy habits and boundaries for our ministerial work. Each session is different as those gathered dig into different parts of the code that hold meaning for them. Join in deep discussion on engagement on the covenants we make when accepting our call. \nRegister Here.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/advanced-boundary-training-conversations-with-the-ministerial-code/
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CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T200000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Boundary Training: Conversations with the Ministerial Code
DESCRIPTION:Credit hours: 2\nRev. Dr. Nora Foust leads this advanced boundary training leans heavily on engaging our Ministerial Code. More than a document for oversight\, it is a conversation partner for living into our call as clergy and setting healthy habits and boundaries for our ministerial work. Each session is different as those gathered dig into different parts of the code that hold meaning for them. Join in deep discussion on engagement on the covenants we make when accepting our call. Meeting via Zoom only. \nRegister here.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/advanced-boundary-training-conversations-with-the-ministerial-code-2/
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CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000
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CREATED:20260310T143434Z
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SUMMARY:Keystone Conference Addiction Recovery Taskforce meeting
DESCRIPTION:A group is forming to create a Keystone Conference Addiction Recovery Taskforce. They will begin with a discussion on mission\, vision\, and steps forward via Zoom on Thursday March 19 at noon. Please email Rev. Rich Mollica at rmollica33@gmail.com with your name\, phone number\, email and church you represent to register and receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/keystone-conference-addiction-recovery-taskforce-meeting/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Keystone Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T092854
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SUMMARY:Service of Installation for Rev. Dr. Domenik Ackermann\, Maidencreek Church
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to the Service of Installation for Rev. Dr. Domenik Ackermann as the Settled Pastor of Maidencreek Church (UCC/ELCA). \nReception to follow after the Service \nJanuary 25\, 2026\, 3PM \n261 Main St. Blandon\, PA 19510 \nClergy may join procession (red stoles)
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/service-of-installation-for-rev-dr-domenik-ackermann-maidencreek-church/
LOCATION:Maidencreek Church\, 261 Main St\, Blandon\, PA\, 19510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Installation,Region 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T210000
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SUMMARY:Spirit on Tap: "Reasonable Thinking"
DESCRIPTION:Reasonable Thinking with Haydn McLean \n“Ha Ha! Fooled Myself! Tripping Over Our Cognitive Biases” \nOur minds don’t mean to\, but they play tricks on us. Our minds want to make sense of the world and see patterns\, sometimes where patterns don’t exist. However\, that doesn’t mean we can’t make patterns where the don’t exist. Sometimes we prefer the wrong information to no information. Failing to recognize our own biases is a bias. Ignoring the obvious is called the ostrich effect\, but it is also known as willful blindness and\, in one case\, had disastrous consequences. Does past history predict future success or failure? How does the survivorship bias shape how we view our lives? Has the fundamental attribution error shaped our assessment of ourselves or others? \nParticipants will receive a copy of “Twenty Cognitive Biases That Screw Up Our Decisions.” Also available\, upon request and via email\, are “Three Untrue Christian Cliches You’ve Probably Used (But Shouldn’t)\,” Rolf Dobelli’s “The Art of Thinking Clearly\,” and Elizabeth Kolbert’s “Why Facts Don’t Change Our Minds.” \nHaydn McLean is a former pastor and a retired hospital chaplain\, having worked at the Lancaster General Hospital\, the Hershey Medical Center\, and the Reading Hospital. A graduate of Lycoming College and Lancaster Theological Seminary\, he has offered conflict resolution and is the author of several articles in a variety of periodicals. He and his wife reside in New Holland\, Lancaster County. \nSpirit on Tap’s purpose is to encourage theological discussion\, explore alternative views\, and stimulate dialouge around issues of faith\, spirituality\, and social justice. There is no charge\, and all are welcome. Spirit on Tap is supported by your generous donations.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/spirit-on-tap-reasonable-thinking/
LOCATION:Calvary UCC\, Reading\, 640 Centre Ave\, Reading\, PA\, 19601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T092854
CREATED:20260318T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T132053Z
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SUMMARY:Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows
DESCRIPTION:We will host a Service of the Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows for ordained clergy. \nIt’s a long-standing custom in liturgical traditions for clergy to gather during Holy Week when 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. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://keystoneucc.org/event/reaffirmation-of-ordination-vows/
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