September 2008

Bridge Builder Training, September 22-24, Catholic Aid Association Building, 3499 Lexington Avenue N, St. Paul. Bridge Builder, developed by Dr. Peter Steinke, is a resource of trained lay and clergy people who assist congregations in reconciliation and healing.  The six-step process includes interviews with congregation leaders and other members, interviews with staff, gathering of information and preparations for a follow-up plan.

The Bridge Builder support group of the Minneapolis Area Synod and the Bridge Builders of the Saint Paul Area Synod are sponsoring a training session for the Bridge Builder process. We will meet from 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, and 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Dr. Peter Steinke will conduct this training. The cost of $400 includes the Training Manual, the Leader’s Packet, and one year’s consultation following the training with Dr. Steinke, plus two meals and coffee breaks. Registration closes September 15 and is limited to 12 people. For more information and registration contact Carolyn O’Grady at the Minneapolis Synod Office, ELCA, at 612-870-3610 or e-mail at c.ogrady@mpls-synod.org.