Events

Past Events

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May 02

12:15 pm

Trends in Small Church Vitality

Join us on May 2nd from 12:15-1:30 ET for a lively webinar discussion on the vital role of small churches in the Episcopal and United Church of Christ denominations. Researchers Molly James and Erica Dollhopf will share findings, joined by small church clergy Rev. Rebekah Hatch and Rev. Sandra

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Apr 18

7:00 pm

The Three Amigos on 'Friendship and Transcendence'

A Priest, Rabbi and Imam – Mons. Joseph Donnelly, Rabbi Eric Polokoff and Imam Gazmend Aga – are known in Connecticut as “The Three Amigos.” The trio have been friends and interfaith partners for years, and first lectured together in 2010. In 2019 a nun dubbed them “The Three Amigos," and the

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Apr 11

12:15 pm

The State of Post Pandemic Church Giving: A Conversation

Drawing from their recent and ongoing research, the directors of three Centers on congregational life and giving will discuss trends they have uncovered and have a guided conversation about how church financing is shifting into the future. Join us for insightful commentary and extended Q&A.

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Apr 02

12:00 pm

The Marrow of Worship: Muslim and Christian Supplication Practices during Ramadan and Lent

Join Dr. Lucinda Mosher and Dr. Hossein Kamaly as they reflect on Muslim and Christian devotional practices and literature characteristic of these two great seasons of fasting. Dr. Lucinda Mosher is the Senior Scholar for Continuing and Professional Education; Faculty Associate in Interreligious

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Mar 05

12:00 pm

Webinar Series - Antisemitism and Islamophobia: Then and Now

Hartford International University for Religion and Peace will host a four-part lunchtime webinar series that explores the roots – and the current manifestations – of hatred and bigotry toward Jews and Muslims. Two scholars will focus on what’s happening today and two will delve into ancient and

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Mar 07

12:15 pm

From Surviving to Thriving: Research-based Insights for Congregational Flourishing

Join Hartford Institute researchers at an online discussion to better understand the challenges and possibilities for congregations and pastors to thrive! The first Thursday of each month we will offer a lunchtime webinar and Q&A period to explore our latest church research with insights to

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Feb 15

7:00 pm

Zoom: Connecting with the Sacred Wild

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE WINTER STORM, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO ZOOM. THOSE WHO REGISTER WILL RECEIVE THE ZOOM LINK.  We live in a time of dangerous disconnections and polarizations dividing humans from one another and from a livable future. Underlying all human divisions is an even more

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Nov 06

7:00 pm

Cosmos, Consciousness, and Care for Creation

The emerging results from scientific research support a worldview that is inherently holistic and spiritually oriented toward care and compassion for all beings. Together we will reflect on some of the leading insights from cosmology and consciousness studies as we explore ways to integrate these

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Nov 13

11:00 am

Webinar: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Conversations about World Events

Have you tried to have a conversation about world events with a friend/neighbor/colleague only to trigger an overpowering reaction? Or perhaps be overwhelmed by your own reaction? This webinar will explore how trauma can be a factor in our reaction to news of violence in the world around us. We’ll

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Nov 09

7:00 am

Greater Hartford Multifaith Prayer Breakfast

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE AT THE ARTIST'S COLLECTIVE - 1200 ALBANY AVE., HARTFORD Since 1997 the Greater Hartford Multifaith Prayer Breakfast has reached across religious boundaries to find and celebrate those beliefs we share, to pray for the Greater Hartford community, and to