Workshops
Unless noted, each workshop will be offered twice: Saturday at 11:15 and again at 1:30.
The Faces and Facts of Poverty
If we’re going to work against poverty, we first need to understand the problem. This session will provide a realistic picture of local, national and global poverty and offer suggestions about ways that individuals and churches can engage the issues. Facilitated by Warren Carey
Communicating Across Economic Lines
If we hope to understand and have relationships with those who live in socio-economic situations different than our own, we must first overcome judgments and assumptions we have about people who aren’t like us. This workshop will help participants see their judgments, learn to listen to other perspectives and develop skills for working together with people who have been shaped by varying economic life experiences. Facilitated by Kevin Callaghan
Moving into the City
One way we can expose ourselves to the issues surrounding poverty is to move into an urban neighborhood. But such a decision should be made carefully! In this session you’ll be able to learn about mistakes to avoid and hear stories of success. Facilitated by Neeraj Mehta, Jeremy Scheller and friends
Serving the Poor from the Suburbs
Engaging in the fight against poverty from a relational perspective can be most challenging for those of us who live in the suburbs, since poverty isn’t as prevalent. In a Q&A format, Woodland Hills attendees who have faithfully served across demographics will share about their experiences. Facilitated by Dave Feldner
Serving New Immigrant Groups
There are many immigrant groups in the Twin Cities who have resettled here as refugees, and serving these communities involves unique challenges. The morning session will focus on the Somali community, and the afternoon session will include conversations about other refugee groups who have moved here from Africa and Asia. Morning session facilitated by Mike Neterer; afternoon facilitated by Tonya Cook