Karen Hotte, Executive Director
Global Episcopal Mission Network
gemn@gemn.org
The Rev. Shelley Denney, Conference Coordinator, event@gemn.org
Extra Night - If your travel plans require you to stay Tuesday night, you may reserve this at the time of registration. Please note that meals are not included
Conference Schedule
Join us in Seattle for our 2014 GEMN Global Mission Conference!
Are you interested in a broader conversation about what global mission looks like in our changing world? Do you have ideas to share? Do you want to hear about many different initiatives, tools, and widening opportunities for mission? GEMN's 2014 Global Mission Conference will be in Seattle, WA - May 29-Jun 1, 2014. The conference title is "Mission Horizons: New Directions in a Changing World", and themes include the Pacific Rim; Indigenous Mission; Interfaith & Cross-Cultural Aspects; Spirituality of Mission; Microcredit; & Building Relationship. We hope that you will join us in Seattle!
Registration is open for commuters or for those who would like to book the hotel directly at our discounted rates. Registration closes May 18. Best Western Plus Executive Inn Seattle - Phone: 206/448-9444
Featuring:
Our plenary speakers include The Rev. Eric Law, founder of Kaleidoscope Institute, which seeks to develop competent leadership in a diverse, changing world. He will address the future of mission ministry with sustainability as a key aspect.
The Rt. Rev. Greg Rickel, Bishop of the Diocese of Olympia, will welcome us, join our panel discussion, and celebrate Holy Eucharist on Sunday.
The Rt. Rev. Mark MacDonald became the Church of Canada's first National Indigenous Anglican Bishop in 2007, after serving as bishop of the U.S. Episcopal Diocese of Alaska for ten years. Bishop Mark will speak on the question of how our approach to mission is changing, and needs to change, in a changing world.
Brian Sellers-Petersen, Director of Church Engagement Programs for Episcopal Relief & Development, will share his unique perspective on global mission in the Episcopal Church, with interesting new initiatives.
Formation Program for Global Mission Agents:
Our flagship GEMN Formation Program consists of two half-day sessions over a two-year period, held in conjunction with our annual GEMN Global Mission Conferences. In addition to attending two Global Mission Conferences, students will explore mission theology, history, discernment, short-term mission themes, and project development. Participants are required to complete reading, fieldwork assignments, and a mission report, receiving certification as Global Mission Agents upon completion of the program. See our GEMN Formation Program Page for more information. The Formation Program will be held this year on Thursday, May 29 from 9am to 3pm, prior to the start of the conference. Gini Peterson, instructor.
Train the Trainer Program:
New this year is our Train the Trainer Program for graduates of the Formation Program. Would you like to extend mission leadership training to your church, deanery, diocese or mission organization? This is your opportunity to become a certified trainer for the GEMN Formation Program for Global Mission Agents. The GEMN Formation Program was launched in 2003 as a discernment and training tool for mission, focusing on personal spirituality and discernment, fieldwork and readings. Previously offered only to participants at our annual GEMN Mission Conference, it is now being expanded to reach to diocesan and local mission groups. Those interested in being a trainer should be graduates of the Formation (or Certificate) Program, have a desire to guide others on their individual journeys, and a willingness to present trainings. The Train the Trainer Program will be held on Wednesday, May 28 from 3pm to 6pm, with a group dinner to follow. Gini Peterson, Instructor.
Seattle is a fascinating and historic coastal city with a vibrant and lively feel. Our hotel, the Best Western Plus Executive Inn, is literally "in the shadow of the Space Needle". Don't miss this chance to see the sights of Seattle, by extending your stay before or after the conference.
The Best Western will extend its conference rate of $147 per night (all taxes included) for two days before and two days after the conference. You may contact the hotel directly to make these arrangements after registering for the conference.
If you can, this is a great opportunity to see one of the most beautiful cities in America. The hotel is centrally located about one and a half blocks from the Space Needle in Seattle Center. Transportation in the city is fast, modern, and easy to use. Some good sites to check for information are www.SeattleAttractions.com, www.VisitSeattle.org, and www.spaceneedle.com. For a good map of the city, with suggested sites to visit, check this link: