BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Presbytery of East Iowa - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://peia.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Presbytery of East Iowa
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20140309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20141102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20150308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20151101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20160313T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20161106T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20170312T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20171105T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20180311T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20181104T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20190310T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20191103T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20200308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20201101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20210314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20211107T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20220313T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20221106T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20230312T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20231105T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20150308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20151101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20160313T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20161106T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20170312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20171105T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20220621T121602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T121602Z
UID:14269-1663920000-1664384400@peia.org
SUMMARY:International Peacemaker Coming to Our Presbytery
DESCRIPTION:International Peacemaker Efi Latsoudi is coming to our Presbytery Sept. 23 (Friday) – 28th (Wednesday) courtesy of your Peace and Global Witness Offering. She’s available any of those dates to come to your church and community. She can visit your school\, community group\, your study group\, your youth group\, meet your folk over breakfast\, coffee\, lunch\, or for an evening program. Please contact Lisa Ross Thedens at lrossthedens@gmail.com. \nWe who participated in the zoom meeting with her last year were deeply moved by her large\, strong heart which reaches across every divide to mend the wounded and reconcile the estranged. \n\nAbout Efi Latsoudi: \nPsychologist and human rights activist Efi Latsoudi is one of the founders of Lesvos Solidarity\, a grass-roots organization based on Lesvos Island in Greece. Efi was also the coordinator and founder of the first open\, independent welcoming shelter (Pipka Camp) for refugees fleeing to Greece primarily from Africa and the Middle East. Pipka Camp had operated for 8 years\, until it was forcibly closed by the Greek authorities in Oct. 2020. \nEfi’s determination and commitment to advocate for the vulnerable remains strong. Lesvos Solidarity\, which is focused on a strong advocacy presence for the rights of the refugees\, runs housing\, educational\, employability\, psychosocial and medical programs. The organization’s vision is to inspire society and to expand its solidarity model\, which promotes equality\, trust\, creativity\, empowerment\, active participation\, and respect for each other and for the environment. Lesvos Solidarity’s beneficiaries are among the most vulnerable refugees hosted in camps across Lesvos\, including people who suffer from serious medical conditions\, victims of torture and violence\, large families with children\, pregnant women\, newborns\, LGBTQIA+ persons\, single adults\, and victims of shipwrecks who lost loved ones at sea. \nEfi is also a filmmaker who has created short documentaries and films and written scripts for fiction films. Efi holds degrees from the University of Athens\, School of Philosophy\, the University of Picardi-Jules Vernes in Maitrise de Psychology Clinic and the University of Paris. In 2016\, she was awarded the Nansen Award\, conferred by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to those who go beyond the call of duty in helping people forcibly displaced from their homes.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/international-peacemaker-coming-to-our-presbytery/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Mission Speaker,Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20220621T121145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T121145Z
UID:14266-1656154800-1656172800@peia.org
SUMMARY:Walking Together - Racial Reconciliation: The Journey Continues
DESCRIPTION:A Conversation & Workshop with Dr. Drew G. I. Hart\nSaturday\, June 25\, 11:00 – 4:00 including lunch\nFirst Presbyterian Church\, Cedar Rapids \nIssues of racial injustice and resultant violence continue to haunt our communities. Join us on June 25th for a conversation and workshop discussion with Dr. Drew G.I. Hart\, professor in theology in the Bible and Religion department at Messiah University. Dr. Hart will invite us to envision the church’s unique role in calling people to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ and address God’s dream for all humanity\, in order that we might strive for the flourishing of all people by doing justice and the things that make for peace. Dr. Hart is the author of two books: The Trouble I’ve Seen – Changing How the Church Views Racism\, and Who Will Be a Witness? – Igniting Activism for God’s Justice\, Love & Deliverance. \nTo RSVP for yourself and/or interested members of your faith community click on the link. \nRSVP for Walking Together
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/walking-together-racial-reconciliation-the-journey-continues/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids\, First\, 310 5th Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220612T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20220621T120901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T120901Z
UID:14264-1655034300-1655038800@peia.org
SUMMARY:Presentation on the Right to Bear Firearms Constitutional Amendment
DESCRIPTION:What: Presentation on the “Right to Firearms” Constitutional Amendment\nWho: Temple Hiatt\, Veteran and gun violence prevention advocate\nWhen: Sunday\, June 12 at 11:45 a.m.\nWhere: Ryerson Hall\, First Presbyterian Church\, 2701 Rochester Avenue\, Iowa City\nSponsored by: FPC Reconciliation Ministry \nTemple Hiatt is a veteran of the first Gulf War and a member of the Iowa City community for over 40 years. Temple’s personal experience of gun suicide by a family member informs her understanding of the sensible steps that we can take to prevent gun violence. \nTemple’s presentation will provide an overview of: \n\nhistorical data on gun violence in Iowa\nlegal ramifications for sensible gun safety measures\ninformation on the consequences of similar amendments passed in other states.\n\n 
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/presentation-on-the-right-to-bear-firearms-constitutional-amendment/
LOCATION:Iowa City – First Presbyterian Church\, 2701 Rochester Ave.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211024
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20210504T163248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T142244Z
UID:12453-1634860800-1635033599@peia.org
SUMMARY:Where the Digital Meets the Divine
DESCRIPTION:Where the Digital Meets the Divine: Expanding Our Spiritual Bandwidth \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/hold-for-ldt-workshop/
LOCATION:Iowa City – St. Andrew Presbyterian Church and on Zoom\, 140 Gathering Place\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Networking Teams,Regional Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://peia.org/wp-content/uploads/digital-divine-image.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20210301T175808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T175808Z
UID:12220-1618912800-1618927200@peia.org
SUMMARY:L&D Communications Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/ld-communications-workshop/
LOCATION:Buena Vista University\, Storm Lake\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200819
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20200217T154148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T140253Z
UID:5543-1597708800-1597795199@peia.org
SUMMARY:Presbytery Communications Workshop - ON HOLD
DESCRIPTION:This event is ON HOLD until we receive more information from the PMA. \nPEIA is sponsoring a Communications Workshop to be hosted by the Presbyterian Mission Agency. This daylong workshop\, conducted by communications professionals on the Presbyterian Mission Agency\, will: \n\nProvide insights and guidelines on creating a communications plan for your congregation\, worshiping community or group.\nHelp you identify communication goals and audiences.\nGive you tips and techniques to better reach those audience(s).\nDiscuss the “do’s and don’ts” of media relations and how to “pitch” stories to your local media.\nTeach the latest social media trends\, techniques and best practices to effectively reach your audiences.\nBrainstorm through engaging and creative exercises to learn how to tell your stories on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.\nProvide content recommendations for church websites\, and review churches who are managing their web presence well.\n\nTo register\, click here: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5369135/Communication-Workshop-Registration
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/presbytery-communications-workshop/
LOCATION:Iowa City – St. Andrew Presbyterian Church and on Zoom\, 140 Gathering Place\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170626T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20170515T144911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170516T030050Z
UID:2715-1498498200-1498503600@peia.org
SUMMARY:Veda Gill - dinner
DESCRIPTION:Veda Gill will be visiting June 24 through July 1. During that time\, she’ll be talking to churches in the Presbytery of East Iowa. The Pasrur Boys School Commission is inviting you to a dinner and presentation on Monday\, June 27th at 5:30pm (First Presbyterian\, Iowa City)\, when Veda will share news of the Pasrur Christian Girls High School and discuss plans for the new Pasrur Boys School. \nWe look forward to hearing news of the Pasrur School and the PEB (Presbyterian Education Board of Pakistan). All are invited. \nHope you can join us! RSVP by June 12th so we can plan accordingly to Sarah Hegar (shegar@peia.org).
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/veda-gill-dinner/
LOCATION:Iowa City – First Presbyterian Church\, 2701 Rochester Ave.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20170503T133103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170503T133103Z
UID:2689-1495278000-1495288800@peia.org
SUMMARY:Ladies Day Event
DESCRIPTION:May 20\, 2017 – 11am – 2pm \nOur Savior Presbyterian Church \n22530 240th Ave\, LeClaire\, IA 52753 \nWe are hosting a “Ladies Day” featuring guest speaker Twila Belk.  This is a time of inspiring fellowship and for taking a moment to breathe!  A wonderful time to be shared between mothers and daughters and granddaughters as well as friends! A salad and dessert luncheon is included and the suggested donation is $5.00. Child care is provided and reservations are received at OSPCoffice@gmail.com\, or 563-289-4959\, please indicate number and ages of children for proper supervision! Thank you and we look forward to seeing all of you!
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/ladies-day-event/
LOCATION:Our Savior Presbyterian Church\,\, 22530 240th Ave.\, LeCLaire\, \, IA\, 52753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Our Savior Presbyterian Church":MAILTO:OSPCoffice@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20170403T162451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170403T162451Z
UID:2599-1492628400-1492633800@peia.org
SUMMARY:Mitch McVicker Concert - Free!
DESCRIPTION:Dove-award winning singer-songwriter\, Mitch McVicker\, will be giving a fee concert. A free will offering will be taken.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/mitch-mcvicker-concert-free/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids – Christ Church Presbyterian\, 2000 1st Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160930T154850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160930T154850Z
UID:2064-1478278800-1478365200@peia.org
SUMMARY:2016 Fusion Conference
DESCRIPTION:Attention youth in grades 6th – 12th! \nWe have successfully completed one year of working together in the community of Fairfield and beyond. In the past year we have had a rally on the square in Fairfield\, a conference at the Best Western\, several movie nites\, and a dance for the Middle School students. We have been able to work together well to make each of these events go well. Now we are looking at our second year. \nWe hope you will consider joining us this fall for our Fusion Conference at the Best Western Fairfield Inn\, right here in Fairfield Iowa. The theme for the conference is: Deep Impact: As seen in James. We will take 24 hours to dive into the book of James through large group\, table time\, prayer\, and break-out sessions. \nOur speaker for this weekend will be Tim Hadley\, and several local youth leaders will lead the break-out sessions. \nDownload the 2016 Fusion Letter (PDF) or the 2016 Fusion Registration Form (PDF) for more information and to register.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/2016-fusion-conference/
LOCATION:Best Western – Fairfield\, 2200 W Burlington Ave\, Fairfield\, IA\, 52556\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160720T205439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160720T212532Z
UID:1808-1477126800-1477148400@peia.org
SUMMARY:Slow Church Retreat Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Community in the Patient Way of Jesus\nAuthor and Keynote Speaker Christopher Smith will emphasize the importance of why our churches need to slow down and be attentive to the community-building work of God in our own particular neighborhoods as well as talk about the importance of Place and Hospitality. Chris’ recent work has been featured in The Washington Post\, USA Today\, Christianity Today\, Books and Culture\, Sojourners\, The Christian Century and Indiana Green Living. \nMark your calendars now for October 21 and 22nd in Cedar Rapids. \n\nFriday\, October 21st is from 3 – 5:30pm at Parlor City Pub & Eatery.\nSaturday\, October 22nd is 9am – 3pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church.\n\nDownload more information and register by clicking here: Slow Church Retreat Brochure. The first 30 people to register get a free copy of Chris Smith’s book\, Slow Church! Online registration is now open!
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/slow-church-retreat-day-2/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1285 3rd Avenue SE\, Cedar Rapids\, 52403
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161021T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161021T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160720T205335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160720T212502Z
UID:1805-1477062000-1477071000@peia.org
SUMMARY:Slow Church Retreat Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Community in the Patient Way of Jesus\nAuthor and Keynote Speaker Christopher Smith will emphasize the importance of why our churches need to slow down and be attentive to the community-building work of God in our own particular neighborhoods as well as talk about the importance of Place and Hospitality. Chris’ recent work has been featured in The Washington Post\, USA Today\, Christianity Today\, Books and Culture\, Sojourners\, The Christian Century and Indiana Green Living. \nMark your calendars now for October 21 and 22nd in Cedar Rapids. \n\nFriday\, October 21st is from 3 – 5:30pm at Parlor City Pub & Eatery.\nSaturday\, October 22nd is 9am – 3pm at Westminster Presbyterian Church.\n\nDownload more information and register by clicking here: Slow Church Retreat Brochure. The first 30 people to register get a free copy of Chris Smith’s book\, Slow Church! Online registration is now open!
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/slow-church-retreat/
LOCATION:Parlor City Pub & Eatery\, 1125 3rd Street SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160724
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20151119T184444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160429T172415Z
UID:800-1468886400-1469318399@peia.org
SUMMARY:Presbyterian Youth Triennium
DESCRIPTION:A national gathering of Presbyterian high school youth.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/presbyterian-youth-triennium-2/
LOCATION:Purdue University\, West Lafayette\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Hegar":MAILTO:shegar@peia.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160517T165902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T170715Z
UID:1605-1466247600-1466874000@peia.org
SUMMARY:General Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The Committee on the Office of the General Assembly is encouraging congregations and mid councils to invite those who are interested to gather together in groups to watch\, sing\, pray and otherwise participate in the live streaming of opening worship (11:00 PT\, Saturday June 18).  COGA hopes that as the assembly begins its work\, throughout the church people will be worshiping as one.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/general-assembly/
LOCATION:Portland Convention Center\, Portland\, OR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160619
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160105T172341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160429T172408Z
UID:1119-1465948800-1466294399@peia.org
SUMMARY:Presbyterian Women Synod Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Theme: “The Power of Presbyterian Women” \nFor registration go to www.lakesandprairies.org/PresbyterianWomenintheSynod
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/presbyterian-women-synod-gathering/
LOCATION:Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center\, Sioux Falls\, SD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160611T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160611T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160502T114906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160502T115200Z
UID:1565-1465632000-1465662600@peia.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Congregations Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bill Blank\, Associate Director of the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center\, will be leading a one day workshop on Healthy Congregations. \nThe Healthy Congregations worship uses the insights of family systems theory to help church leaders and all members become more effective stewards of their congregation’s health. The workshop was developed by Dr. Peter Steinke and is based on the work of Dr. Edwin Friedman. … \nFriedman noted that in many congregations today negative\, reactive forces are allowed to set the agenda for the church. What can be done to prevent anxiety from becoming a toxic force in your congregation? The Healthy Congregations workshop is designed to equip leaders to respond to the presence or potential threat of anxiety in a congregational system in ways that prevent destructive conflict and help the church stay focused on its unique mission and purpose. \nRegistration is $95/person and covers the manual\, lunch\, refreshments and tuition. REGISTER BY MAY 15 and save $15! If you wish to attend with a partner (and share a manual) the second person’s fee is $70. \nRegister by calling the church office at 563-359-0331.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/healthy-congregations-workshop/
LOCATION:Edwards United Church of Christ\, 3420 Jersey Ridge Road\, Davenport\, IA\, 52807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160130T194750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160130T195252Z
UID:1241-1465135200-1465650000@peia.org
SUMMARY:Summer Pastors' School
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to apply for admission to the 2016 Omaha Presbyterian Seminary Summer School for Pastors. The School is open to all Presbyterian Church (USA) clergy and commissioned ruling elders in the thirteen Midwest states served by the Foundation. This year we are celebrating the 60th anniversary of this educational event. \nIn Mark 6:31 it states “Then\, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat\, he [Jesus] said to them\, ‘Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.’” We believe that the upcoming Summer Pastors’ School will be such an opportunity – a time to Awaken\, Rekindle\, Enliven and yes\, to Rest. \nThe two institutional sponsors of the School are the Omaha Presbyterian Seminary Foundation and Hastings College. We have entered into a cooperative agreement to offer the best possible leadership education and training event for the Church and its servants. \nDownload the PDF brochure by clicking here.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/summer-pastors-school/
LOCATION:Hastings College\, 710 Turner Ave. \, Hastings\, NE\, 68901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160516T172319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160516T175237Z
UID:1590-1464807600-1464811200@peia.org
SUMMARY:Westminster Concert Bell Choir
DESCRIPTION:Plan now to enjoy a special evening with the Westminster Concert Bell Choir. The concert will be held Wednesday\, June 1\, 2016\, 7PM\, at First Presbyterian Church\, 2701 Rochester Avenue\, Iowa City. This amazing handbell choir from Westminster Choir College of Rider University\, Princeton New Jersey\, is on a national “Songs of America” Tour. The performance will feature arrangements of patriotic favorites\, American songs\, hymns plus original works performed on the world’s largest range of handbells and Choirchimes®. There will be a free will offering. \nThe Westminster Concert Bell Choir is composed of undergraduate and graduate students of Westminster Choir College of Rider University. Its director is Kathleen Ebling Shaw. This year marks the 38th year of the handbell curriculum at Westminster Choir College\, which was the first institution to develop such a program. \nPlease join in welcoming this choir to Iowa City and treating your family to this spectacular concert!
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/westminster-concert-bell-choir/
LOCATION:Iowa City – First Presbyterian Church\, 2701 Rochester Ave.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160223T161229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160429T172132Z
UID:1396-1460797200-1460808000@peia.org
SUMMARY:Endowment & Financial Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ruling and Teaching Elders are called to their leadership roles\, often for their excellence in areas far removed from the financial management of a church.  Should you have an endowment?  How is it managed?  Does having an endowment hurt annual stewardship?  How does the church manage cash flow when pledges are paid quarterly?  Does your congregation make decisions from a sense of scarcity or a confidence in God’s abundance? \n  \nStudies show that donors – your members – want to see transparency in financial management and they want to see that their gifts make a difference in ministry and mission.  Generational giving patterns suggest that older members see the value in a “savings account” and younger members are frustrated that so many needs in the world are not being met. \n  \nThis workshop will address those questions\, best practices in flourishing churches\, some ways to kick-start giving\, services that the Presbyterian Foundation can offer\, and answers to the questions you bring! \nPlease contact Sarah Hegar by Monday\, April 11 to register. There is no fee for this event.  shegar@peia.org   319-217-9444 or call the Presbytery Office at 319-354-9220.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/endowment-financial-workshop/
LOCATION:Davenport – First Presbyterian Church\, 1702 Iowa St.\, Davenport\, IA\, 52803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160209T151814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160209T151901Z
UID:1350-1460746800-1460750400@peia.org
SUMMARY:Churches United of the Quad Cities Area 55th Annual Delegate Assembly with Featured Speaker Tony Campolo
DESCRIPTION:Churches United of the Quad Cities Area will be celebrating the 55th Annual Delegate Assembly. Featured speaker for this event will be Dr. Tony Campolo. Dr. Campolo is Professor of Sociology at Eastern University and an ordained pastor and leader of the Red Letter Christian movement. He presently hosts “Across the Pond\,” a weekly program on the Premier Christian Radio Network in England. Dr. Campolo serves as Associate Pastor of the Mount Carmel Baptist Church in West Philadelphia. His website is www.TonyCampolo.org. \nPlease join us for this special event and to welcome Dr. Campolo. Member churches are particularly invited to come and hear about the ministries that YOU allow Churches United to continue as a collective body throughout the community. For more information\, please email  or call 563-332-5002.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/churches-united-of-the-quad-cities-area-55th-annual-delegate-assembly-with-featured-speaker-tony-campolo/
LOCATION:Davenport – First Presbyterian Church\, 1702 Iowa St.\, Davenport\, IA\, 52803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160331T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160223T161622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160429T172141Z
UID:1397-1459191600-1459422000@peia.org
SUMMARY:UDTS Spring Renewal Conference
DESCRIPTION:For more information: http://udts.dbq.edu/academics/continuingeducation/
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/udts-spring-renewal-conference/
LOCATION:University of Dubuque Theological Seminary\, 2000 University Avenue\, Dubuque\, IA\, 52001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160130T200147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160429T172205Z
UID:1246-1457776800-1457787600@peia.org
SUMMARY:Conversation with PCUSA Moderator Rada
DESCRIPTION:This invitation is extended on behalf of Moderator Heath Rada to participate in\na conversation lead by Moderator Rada\non Saturday\, March 12\, 2016 at\nCollegiate Presbyterian Church\,\n159 N. Sheldon Avenue\, Ames\nbeginning at 10:00 a.m. \nThe goal for this gathering: \n“In these series of conversations around the country\, designed to engender broad participation\, groups are encouraged to develop an inspirational and aspirational statement of their best hopes and dreams for our denomination\, along with ideas that point the way those hopes might be realized.” \nThe Reason: \nThe 2016 General Assembly in Portland\, Oregon will be addressing questions about the way forward for our church\, and the hope is to collect as much raw material from as many members and groups in advance to jump-start their discussions of discernment. These community conversations provide additional input\, supplementing the information gathered by the Committee of the Office of the General Assembly (COGA). \nThis is open to all\, however Moderator Rada is hoping this gathering will draw responses especially from small churches. \nParticipants are encouraged to access a copy of the Moderator’s Call to the Church\, which can be downloaded from the PC(USA) website at the following address:\nhttp://www.pcusa.org/news/2016/1/20/pcusa-moderator-takes-call-church-road/ \nIf there are questions\, please contact Rev. David Feltman at dfeltman@presbynciowa.org or 319 231 3570. The cost for lunch is $10.00 \nRSVP to Kay Lenhart by Thursday\, March 3rd at 712-732-2097 or at thehill@prospecthillpresby.org
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/conversation-with-pcusa-moderator-rada/
LOCATION:Collegiate Presbyterian Church\, 159 N. Sheldon Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160228T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160209T193838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160209T194938Z
UID:1353-1456673400-1456677000@peia.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Wesleyan Manning Speaker in Religion\, Diana Butler Bass
DESCRIPTION:“Finding God in the World:  A Spiritual Revolution” \nFree and open to the public. Funded by the Clifford and Maxine Manning Annual Speaker Series. \nOne of America’s keenest commentators on religion\, spirituality\, and culture\, Diana Butler Bass informs and inspires audiences to understand the changing role of faith in the world around us. She is an author\, speaker\, and scholar specializing in American religion and culture.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/iowa-wesleyan-manning-speaker-in-religion-diana-butler-bass/
LOCATION:Iowa Wesleyan University Chapel Auditorium\, 601 N. Main St.\, Mount Pleasant\, IA\, 52641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa Wesleyan University Manning Committee":MAILTO:joy.lapp@iw.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160118T162933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160118T162933Z
UID:1160-1455993000-1455998400@peia.org
SUMMARY:Echo Hill Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Start getting your team of eight together! All are welcome. All proceeds will benefit Family Promise of Linn County. Contact Michael Becker at Echo Hill to sign up your team. He may be reached by email or by phone at 319-377-4360. \nWe will start promptly at 6:30pm\, cost is $10/person\, and participants can bring food to share with their team.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/echo-hill-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Echo Hill Presbyterian Church\, 9000 C Avenue\, Marion\, IA\, 52302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160127T213710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160130T200721Z
UID:1228-1455044400-1455051600@peia.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Refugee Experience
DESCRIPTION:A conversation in Mt. Pleasant\nTwo Iowans with experience in helping refugee populations resettle in the Cedar Rapids and Columbus Junction areas will share insights into challenges and opportunities facing refugees and their new communities. \nThe public is invited to learn about the situations faced by refugees in violence-torn countries\, the process of resettlement and ways to support refugees. \nThis event will be held in the Fellowship Hall at First Presbyterian Church in Mt. Pleasant. \nDownload a flyer with more details by clicking here.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/understanding-the-refugee-experience/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant – First Presbyterian Church\, 902 S. Walnut St.\, Mount Pleasant\, IA\, 52641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20151208T213803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151208T213908Z
UID:899-1454331600-1454590800@peia.org
SUMMARY:Winter Pastors' School
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our next annual 2016 Winter Pastors’ School at Holiday Inn Express in Hastings\, Nebraska. This event is sponsored by Omaha Presbyterian Seminary Foundation and Quad Presbyteries. Dr. Sam Hamilton-Poore will be our featured speaker. Dr. Hamilton-Poore is pastor/Head of Staff at Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames\, Iowa. He is the author of Earth Gospel: A Guide to Prayer for God’s Creation and is currently researching/writing a book on Christian spirituality. Winter Pastors’ School is a time of renewal\, fellowship\, spirituality and education. \nSave $30 – REGISTER FOR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT\nTHROUGH THURSDAY\, JANUARY 14th. \nLast day for Registration is Wednesday\, January 27. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/winter-pastors-school/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Express – Hastings\, NE\, 3605 Cimarron Plaza\, Hastings\, NE\, 68901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160123T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20151020T220655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151020T220759Z
UID:600-1453539600-1453545000@peia.org
SUMMARY:Disability Awareness and Inclusion Gathering
DESCRIPTION:An informal interdenominational gathering for all religious communities\nContinuing the conversation inspired by the Rev. Dr. Timothy Little at our October workshop. You do not have to be someone who attended this workshop. Feel free to join us! \nFree Event—No Charge & Refreshments provided \nThe Reverend Dr. Timothy H. Little\, D. Min\, BCC\, ACPE Supervisor will not be able to attend; he resides in Sacramento California. But let us go forward with his vision so that: \n\nAll are welcomed into the fellowship of God’s community\nWe can become aware of the unique needs of persons with disabilities\nWe can break down the barriers\nAnd celebrate the unique gifts of all persons
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/disability-awareness-and-inclusion-gathering/
LOCATION:Iowa City – St. Andrew Presbyterian Church and on Zoom\, 140 Gathering Place\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee and Task Force Meetings,Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20160105T211501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160105T211623Z
UID:1122-1453485600-1453492800@peia.org
SUMMARY:Camp Wyoming’s annual Trivia Night and Silent Auction in Davenport
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Camp Wyoming’s annual Trivia Night and Silent Auction in Davenport! Join us for an evening of fun\, prizes\, and games! The doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the game begins at 7:00. This is a favorite camp event that we look forward to every year. Be sure to join us and get in on the fun! \nTeams of a maximum of 8 people can play at a table; tables cost $100\, which includes your mulligans and double points stickers. Call your friends and family! The trivia categories are not camp specific\, so anyone is welcome to come and play. If you don’t have a full table\, that’s okay. We can put you on a team with others. \nBring some cash or your checkbook to bid on silent auction items and to play some extra games throughout the evening. All drinks (including water) must be purchased at the facility\, but you can bring snacks to share at your table. \nPlease RSVP. Please also contact the office if you have silent auction items you would be willing to donate.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/camp-wyomings-annual-trivia-night-and-silent-auction-in-davenport/
LOCATION:Knights of Columbus\, 1111 W. 35th Street\, Davenport\, IA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://peia.org/wp-content/uploads/trivianightIMG_1344_web.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Camp Wyoming":MAILTO:office@campwyoming.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20151214T195937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151214T202054Z
UID:944-1451221200-1451232000@peia.org
SUMMARY:Farewell Party for Rev. Al Polito
DESCRIPTION:The Session of Monticello\, First invite you to celebrate the ministry of Rev. Al Polito. Al has accepted a call at Bethany Presbyterian Church in Grundy Center. Al served the people and the church in Monticello for over 25 years!  \nCoffee\, juice and desserts will be served. \nFor questions\, please contact Bruce Martin by phone at 319-480-3350.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/farewell-party-for-rev-al-polito/
LOCATION:Monticello – First Presbyterian Church\, 211 W. 1st St.\, Monticello\, IA\, 52310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151213T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T233421
CREATED:20151202T130910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151202T130910Z
UID:839-1450024200-1450027800@peia.org
SUMMARY:Winfield's Selah Gospel Group Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:“A Night With the Shepherds” will feature music that tells of the shepherds who were the first to receive the “Good News” and to see the newborn baby\, the Messiah. \nRefreshments will be served following the concert.
URL:https://peia.org/calendar/winfields-selah-gospel-group-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:Winfield Presbyterian Church\, 312 S. Locust St.\, Winfield\, IA\, 52659\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Event
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR