Registrations are open for lots of upcoming PSEC events. There's something for everyone! Read about these events. Share with your church leaders. Register now!

Stewardship Workshop - Saturday, March 23, 9:30-12:00 Is your church in need of a good Stewardship campaign? Spend a Saturday morning with Rev. Bill Worley, Conference Minister and learn about Stewardship good principles and practices and how to run an effective Stewardship Campaign. For flyer,  click here . The deadline to register is March 21. This is a free workshop, being held at St. Luke's UCC, Trappe. REGISTER HERE

Basic Boundary Training - Tuesday, March 26, 9:00-3:00

Each Association of the Pennsylvania Southeast Conference requires that authorized ministers regularly participate in Boundary Awareness Training. Most associations require six hours every three years, but check with your Committee on Ministry chairperson if you’re not sure. This training qualifies for six contact hours. The fee is $40 for UCC participants and $50 for non-UCC participants. Lunch will be included. The training will be held at First UCC, Quakertown. The deadline to register is March 24. REGISTER HERE

Advanced Boundary Training - Tuesday, April 2, 9:00-12:00 Each Association of the Pennsylvania Southeast Conference requires that authorized ministers regularly participate in Boundary Awareness Training. Most associations require six hours every three years, but check with your Committee on Ministry chairperson if you’re not sure. This training qualifies for three contact hours. The topic of this "Advanced" training is Over-Functioning and Addiction. The training will be held at Good Shepherd/ Tuckerton UCC, Reading. Registration is $20 and the registration deadline is March 31. REGISTER HERE

Necessary Endings: When Does Closure Become an Option? - Saturday, April 6, 9:00-12:00 On an average day in the United States, nine churches close their doors for good. Since 2014, one PSEC congregation has closed, on average, every six months. This isn’t often talked about in church circles — partly because that news is filled with feelings of profound loss and grief. It’s the source of uncomfortable shame — that somehow church members failed to do all they could do to maintain their sacred space. It provokes questions about the power and/or presence of God. Taken together, these things make it difficult to say what sometimes needs to be said: “It's time for our church to close.”  This workshop is intended to create a safe space where difficult questions can be discerned with brothers and sisters who are sharing a similar predicament of congregation decline and potential closure. You will receive resources and meet lay people and pastors who have church closure experiences that can be put to work for you as you discern your congregation’s future. There is no fee for this event, but registration is required so that we can prepare. For a flyer,  click here . This event will be held at St. James UCC, Limerick. REGISTER HERE

How to Negotiate a Call Contract - Wednesday, April 10, 1:00-3:00 The Church & Ministry Council is following up on the survey conducted last year with the actively serving female clergy. One of the results of that survey was a request for education regarding negotiating a call. Therefore, on April 10 at Trinity UCC in Pottstown from 1:00p to 3:00p we will be offering a negotiating call workshop. This is open to ALL clergy not just female clergy. The event is free, but registration is required by April 8. REGISTER HERE

Spring Youth Event: Answer the Call - Fri., April 26-Sun., April 28

The PSEC 2019 Spring Youth Event will be held April 26-28 at South Mountain YMCA Camp, 201 Cushion Peak Road in Wernersville, for youth in grades 7 thru 12.  Registration fee of $90 per person includes meals, lodging, events, and activities. The event will begin at 5:00 pm on Friday and conclude around noon on Sunday.The registration deadline is April 14. The focus scripture will be Romans 8:28. Please be sure to read the overview and to complete the Medical, Assumption of Risks and Permission Forms by  clicking here . This signed form is required for all youth participants and should be turned in upon arrival at the event. REGISTER HERE

Secretary Training - Wednesday, May 1, 11:30a-3:30p Join the "Secretaries of the PSEC Conference", Brea and Sue, for an afternoon of fellowship, sharing of ideas and training. Lunch is included in the $15 registration fee. The training will be held at Church of the Good Shepherd in Boyertown. Register by April 29. REGISTER HERE

Clergy Convocation - Tuesday, May 7-Thursday, May9 Join the Pennsylvania Southeast and Penn Northeast conferences for a time of collegiality, spiritual renewal and education for authorized ministries and members in discernment...the 25th Clergy Convocation! Rev. Dr. Sarah Lund, author of "Blessed are the crazy", will facilitate Convocation. This year's theme: "Breaking the Silence About Mental Illness, Family and Church"! Rev. Dr. Sarah Lund (host pastor) is Senior Pastor of First Congregational UCC of Indianapolis and serves on the UCC National Staff as the Minister for Disabilities and Mental Health Justice. She is an ordained minister with standing in the United Church of Christ and the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and has served as pastor to churches in Brooklyn, NY, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and New Smyrna Beach, Florida. She previously served as Regional Minister for the Florida Conference of the UCC and as Vice President for Advancement at Christian Theological Seminary. Sarah’s formal education includes degrees from Trinity University (B.A.), Princeton Theological Seminary (M.Div.), Rutgers University (M.S.W.), McCormick Theological Seminary (D.Min.) and the certificate in Fundraising Management from the IUPUI School of Fundraising. She is the Open and Affirming Consultant for the Indiana-Kentucky Conference. Sarah is the author of "Blessed are the Crazy: Breaking the Silence About Mental Illness, Family and Church" and blogs at  sarahgriffithlund.com . She is married to Jonathan Lund and they are the proud parents of their elementary-age son, Carter. Fia, a boxer/poodle mix, is also a beloved member of their family. For a flyer,  click here . The deadline to register will be March 24. The cost to register is $295 if staying in a double room; $395 for a single room. Clergy Convocation will again be held at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel in Lancaster. REGISTER HERE

Basic Boundary Training - Wednesday, May 15, 9:00-3:00

Each Association of the Pennsylvania Southeast Conference requires that authorized ministers regularly participate in Boundary Awareness Training. Most associations require six hours every three years, but check with your Committee on Ministry chairperson if you’re not sure. This training qualifies for six contact hours. The fee is $40 for UCC participants and $50 for non-UCC participants. Lunch will be included. The training will be held at St. Paul's UCC, Kutztown. The deadline to register is May 13. REGISTER HERE

PSEC After Youth Event - Friday, May 24-Sunday, May 26

Looking for fun, relaxation, and excitement all in one weekend? Well look no farther! The After-Youth Event is the place for you to be! This won’t be the typical youth event you know and love… plan on experiencing something new and deeply meaningful. The weekend will focus on: Deepening your relationship with God and Jesus ● Reconnecting with old friends & meeting new ones ● Experiencing different kinds of worship ● Just having a good time & a chance to recharge! So, if you’re a young adult and are looking for a quality weekend, spend some time at A.Y.E.! This event is open to the post-high school & young-adults of the PSEC. It will be held 5:00p on Friday, May 24 to noon on Sunday, May 26 at Greenview Bible Camp. Registration fee is $75. The deadline to register is May 1. Contact John Folk ( folkjw@gmail.com ) or Ben Mocarski ( renkheb@hotmail.com ) for more information. For a flyer,  click here . REGISTER HERE

PSEC Annual Spring Meeting - Friday, May 31-Saturday, June 1 We are excited to announce that Brian McLaren will join us for our 2019 Annual Spring Meeting. Brian D. McLaren is an author, speaker, activist, and public theologian. A former college English teacher and pastor, he is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity” – just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good.   In addition, we will use this time to deepen our relationship with Jesus Christ and each other and to strengthen our gifts to ministry in service to God's people.    Join us Friday as Brian McLaren will begin our journey together. Brian’s presentations during the weekend will be based on his book: “The Great Spiritual Migration – How the World’s Largest Religion is Seeking a Better Way to be Christian”. You might benefit by reading the book in advance of the weekend.   Friday evening, we will celebrate our Anniversary Churches and opening worship will feature our own Rev. Cean James, Associate Conference Minister for Congregational Development.   Saturday will be a mixture of Conferring Sessions and attending to the business of the conference, celebrating our Anniversary Pastors and continuing our journey with Brian. The meeting will come to a close on Saturday evening with Brian’s closing presentation. Please note, each of Brian’s segments although intertwined will stand alone in its presentation. Registration is now open. The early registration deadline is April 1. Child care registration is due May 17. For information on the meeting, visit https://psec.org/news/annual-meeting-2019/ . REGISTER HERE

General Synod in Milwaukee - Friday, June 21-Tuesday, June 25

The Thirty-second General Synod will be held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, June 21-25, 2019. The theme is based on the scripture Matthew 5:16 “In the same way let your light shine before others...” Always an extraordinary event in the life of the Church, delegates and visitors will experience dynamic workshops, generative plenary sessions, inspirational worship, engaging youth activities, special banquets, and luncheons. Delegates will conduct the business of the denomination and set priorities for our ministries. Keynote speakers will offer illumination and insight into challenges that face our congregations and communities. And delegates and visitors alike will stand up for issues that demand a faithful witness, worship together, and participate in local community service projects. REGISTER HERE