School for Ministry Pastoral Leader Training 2026-2027
This training is designed for lay ministers who are called to assist their clergy person in providing pastoral and spiritual leadership in their congregation. Register by Monday, May 4, 5 PM.
School for Ministry: Preacher Training 2026-2027
This training is designed for lay ministers who are invited by their clergy person to preach in public worship on an occasional or regular basis. Register by Monday, August 3, 5 PM.
School for Ministry: Worship Leader Training Spring 2026 Part 2 of 2
This training will enable someone to plan and lead public worship. Training focuses on Morning Prayer and Ante-Communion (the Liturgy of the Word). Register by Monday, May 4, 5 PM.
School for Ministry: Worship Leader Training Spring 2026 Part 1 of 2
This training will enable someone to plan and lead public worship. Training focuses on Morning Prayer and Ante-Communion (the Liturgy of the Word). Register by Monday, May 4, 5 PM.
Parish Communicators Zoom Meeting
Everyone in the diocese responsible for parish communications is welcome to participate in meetings of the diocesan Parish Communicators group, formed for sharing resources, developing skills and mutual support.
Seasons of Generosity: Finding Joy in Legacy – A Pathway to Faithful Sustainability
This in-person, morning gathering is the culminating event in this three-part series on Planned Giving, which began with two Zoom events in March.
Taizé Youth Pilgrimage
We are excited to invite high school students (ages 15–18) to take part in this pilgrimage. To reserve your spot, please RSVP by Monday, March 16 with a nonrefundable $1,000 deposit.
2027 Black Clergy Women Gathering
The Black Clergy Women Gathering will take place from June 23-June 26, 2025 at the Loyola Retreat and Ecology Campus (LUREC) in Woodstock, Illinois.
Anti-Sexism Training
Anti-Sexism Training is required for all people serving in elected or appointed diocesan positions.
Clergy Conversation with Lizette Larson-Miller
An open conversation with a liturgical scholar of the Church about developments and best practices in liturgy and music in The Episcopal Church.
Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows
A service where clergy can gather to reaffirm the vows they made at their ordination and renew their commitment to their call and ministry.
Small and Mid-sized Churches Meeting
The topic of this Zoom gathering will be pastoral care in small/mid-size churches with or without clergy.
