Clergywomen’s Leadership Institute/Young Women’s Leadership Development
A renewed focus and new energy across the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in the area of leadership development are invaluable for both the church of today and the church of the future. This conference — sponsored by the office of Women’s Leadership Development and the office of Young Women’s Leadership Development — is designed for clergywomen in parish leadership and for those young women who already are and those who will be the leaders of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Workshops designed to address issues faced by women in leadership as well as celebrate the gifts that women of all ages bring to the ministries of the church will inspire, equip and connect women to more fully realize their leadership potential in the service of God.
Workshops and events
Becoming REYWT-ed: Racial Ethnic Young Women investigates Racial Tolerance and Culture Diversity
Friday, July 1, 4 p.m.
Led by the Rev. Dr. Unzu Lee with Racial Ethnic Young Women Together
Racial Ethnic Young Women Together hosts a discussion led by the Rev. Unzu Lee on issues around cultural awareness and differences and how they impact the way we accept our identity, embrace our cultural characteristics, and not give into the expectations of the larger culture. Rev. Dr. Unzu Lee is Presbyterian Women Associate for Racial Ethnic Support. Racial Ethnic Young Women Together is a GAMC ministry that serves racial ethnic young women between the ages 18-35.
Creating WomenSpace on Campuses and in Congregations
Saturday, July 2, 10 a.m.
Led by the National Network of Presbyterian College Women
Have you ever asked yourself, "How do I encourage spiritual growth, foster development, and empower dialogue in my community?" Join us to learn how the unique principles of WomenSpace can inspire equality and community in your group. National Network of Presbyterian College Women is a GAMC ministry that serves college age women (ages 18-25).
Presbyterian 101: Quick and Easy Introduction to PC(USA) Basics
Friday, July 1, 8 p.m.
Led by Amgad Beblawi
What do Presbyterians believe? How and why would someone become a Presbyterian? How do Presbyterians organize their churches and denomination? Where else in the world do Presbyterians exist? Join us in this workshop to learn more about the Presbyterian Church, its ministry and its witness. Amgad Beblawi is coordinator for Middle East, Central Asia and Europe with World Mission.
United Nations Commission on the Status of Women: Learning Opportunity for Young Women Leaders
Saturday, July 2, 8 a.m .
Led by Clarisse Durnell, Lydia Kim, and Jackie Spycher
United Nations' Commission on the Status of Women has been often described as "life changing" experience by young women attendees. The staff of Young Women's Leadership Development will share their experiences of U.N. CSW 55 and discuss the importance of such events for promoting leadership development. Clarisse Durnell, Lydia Kim and Jackie Spycher are staff members of Young Women’s Leadership Development.
Panel Discussion
Friday, July 1, 2 p.m.
Panel: the Rev. Theresa Cho, the Rev. Dr. Sarah Reyes, the Rev. Dr. Cynthia Campbell and Kristin Reigel (current McCormick student0
Come join the panel as they share their stories. Discover the depth and breadth of our diversity as we are brought together to be one in Christ in our ministries. Celebrate the challenges and joys of women in leadership in the PC(USA).
Hospitality Suite for Young Women’s Leadership Development
Thursday, June 30, 7. p.m.
