[Episcopal News Service]
The Episcopal Church's 'Generation X'--those born 1961-1981--will converge on Indianapolis, Indiana, for 'Gathering the neXt Generation (GTNG) 2002 National Gathering: Equipping ourselves for lifelong ministry together,' June 20-22 at the Westin Hotel in Indianapolis, with a special pre-conference day for Episcopal GenX clergy only on June 19.
This conference by, for, and with GenXers and their friends promises an 'unConventional time' and the opportunity for GenXers to connect and 'be church,' according to conference organizers. Daily worship and Bible studies will be offered in a variety of styles. Featured speaker for the Gathering is Presiding Bishop Frank Griswold.
Nearly two dozen workshops are planned, including sessions on finding vocation and the 'heart' experience of being a priest or deacon; cell groups and church growth; reconciliation and deep nonviolence; the 20/20 movement; spiritual direction using e-mail and chat; how to get out of debt; balancing your checkbook with God in mind; and many more. The Expo area will offer displays and booths from publishers, vestment artists, seminaries, and church-related organizations. Childcare and children's activities will be available. Full conference information, including registration form, fees, online payment, workshops, and hotel reservation instructions, is available at www.gtng.org/conference.html.
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