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SUMMARY:Monthly Safe Church Administrator Training - April
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Nickson\, the Coordinator for Congregational Development and Safe Church at IndyDio\, will host a 2-hour training for Safe Church administrators who are new to the role in their parish. This training session will cover administrator responsibilities\, how to access and use diocesan resources\, an overview of the IndyDio policies\, and Praesidium Academy website training (making new accounts\, ordering background checks\, etc). Continuing administrators are welcome to register if they would like a review of the policies and processes. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/monthly-safe-church-administrator-training-april/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Safe Church
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20260219T173308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T173308Z
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SUMMARY:Online LEV Relicensing Training March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Online training for those who wish to renew their Lay Eucharistic Visitor’s license will be offered on Thursday\, March 19th from 7pm-8pm Eastern Time.  Licenses are issued for 3 years and must be renewed at the end of 3 years. \nPrior to signing up for this training\, attendees must be approved for this ministry by their rector\, priest-in-charge\, or person charged with pastoral oversight in the congregation. In addition\, before the license can be renewed\, participants must renew all Safe Church requirements. Please click here for all details and requirements. Eucharistic visitors must complete all requirements listed in order to be relicensed and to continue making home visits. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://indydio.org/event/online-lev-relicensing-training-march-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Mary Taflinger":MAILTO:taflinger@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20260123T191130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T191314Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Safe Church Administrator Training - March
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Nickson\, the Coordinator for Congregational Development and Safe Church at IndyDio\, will host a 2-hour training for Safe Church administrators who are new to the role in their parish. This training session will cover administrator responsibilities\, how to access and use diocesan resources\, an overview of the IndyDio policies\, and Praesidium Academy website training (making new accounts\, ordering background checks\, etc). Continuing administrators are welcome to register if they would like a review of the policies and processes. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/monthly-safe-church-administrator-training-march/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Safe Church
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20250805T192516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T192516Z
UID:10001394-1773167400-1773172800@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ministry University: Monthly Virtual Trainings
DESCRIPTION:From August through March\, we offer monthly virtual trainings informed by the needs identified within our Youth Ministry University Cohort. These sessions are open to anyone—both within and beyond our diocese—and all are welcome to participate\, regardless of congregational or denominational affiliation. \nClick here to download a flyer! \nMarch 10\, 2026; 6:30-8:00pm EST | Cultivating Racial Equity in Youth Ministry \nYouth ministry can either reinforce the status quo or become a force for justice. This workshop equips leaders—especially white leaders—to examine their own bias\, grow in cultural humility\, and center the experiences of BIPOC youth. We’ll explore how to move from performative inclusion to authentic solidarity\, with practical tools for building anti-racist ministries rooted in love\, equity\, and the liberating way of Jesus.\nGuest Speaker: Sally Ulrey; author of Dismantling Racism for Youth Curriculum\, a collaboration between The Absolom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing and the Office of Youth Ministries of the Diocese of Atlanta \nRegister Here
URL:https://indydio.org/event/youth-ministry-university-monthly-virtual-trainings-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Campbell":MAILTO:heather@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251211T183539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T181706Z
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SUMMARY:Wardens in Charge (WIC) Monthly Zoom Cohort - March 2026
DESCRIPTION:The diocese will host a Wardens-in-Charge (WIC) meeting on March 2nd at 7pm EDT/6pm CT on Zoom. This meeting is intended as a time for wardens in parishes without clergy leadership to discuss aspects of their roles\, to ask for and offer advice\, and to build community with one another. No prior registration is necessary. Please reach out to Canon Giulianna with any questions.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/wardens-in-charge-wic-monthly-zoom-cohort-march-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Mary Taflinger":MAILTO:taflinger@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20260127T202838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T202838Z
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SUMMARY:Online LEV Training February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Online Lay Eucharistic Visitors’ Training will be offered on Thursday February 26th from 7pm-8:30pm Eastern Time. \nThe training is required for those who seek to be licensed or to renew their license for this ministry.  Prior to signing up for this training\, attendees must have been approved for this ministry by their rector\, priest-in-charge or person charged with pastoral oversight in the congregation. \nIn preparation for the training\, participants are urged to read “A Manual for Eucharistic Visitors” by Beth Wickenberg Ely.  A completed application form signed by their rector or priest-in-charge and senior warden should be sent to the Rev. Mary Taflinger at taflinger@indydio.org \nPlease click here for all details and requirements.  Eucharistic visitors must complete all requirements listed and be licensed before making home visits. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://indydio.org/event/online-lev-training-february-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Mary Taflinger":MAILTO:taflinger@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
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SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151719Z
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SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20260210T222634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222634Z
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Convener Zoom Call - 2/16
DESCRIPTION:Neighborhood conveners for the 2026 calendar year are asked to attend a Zoom call at 12 noon Eastern/11:00am Central on Monday\, February 16. \nCanon Giulianna Cappelletti Gray will lead the time together\, and the purpose of this gathering is to: \n\nBuild community and get to know your fellow co-conveners\nHear more about the expectations and responsibilities of your role\nLearn more about Bishop Jennifer’s vision and hopes for IndyDio’s neighborhoods\nDiscuss plans for the spring neighborhood meeting\n\nFor those who are unable to attend\, pertinent information will be communicated to the neighborhood conveners group following the meeting. \nIf you need the Zoom information or have particular questions ahead of the call\, please contact either Canon Giulianna or Kelly Nickson.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/neighborhood-convener-zoom-call-2-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Neighborhood Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Canon Giulianna Cappelletti Gray":MAILTO:gcgray@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151719Z
UID:10001415-1770834600-1770840000@indydio.org
SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20260123T190517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T190749Z
UID:10001459-1770832800-1770840000@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Safe Church Administrator Training - February
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Nickson\, the Coordinator for Congregational Development and Safe Church at IndyDio\, will host a 2-hour training for Safe Church administrators who are new to the role in their parish. This training session will cover administrator responsibilities\, how to access and use diocesan resources\, an overview of the IndyDio policies\, and Praesidium Academy website training (making new accounts\, ordering background checks\, etc). Continuing administrators are welcome to register if they would like a review of the policies and processes. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/monthly-training-for-new-safe-church-administrators/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Safe Church
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20250805T192353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T192353Z
UID:10001393-1770748200-1770753600@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ministry University: Monthly Virtual Trainings
DESCRIPTION:From August through March\, we offer monthly virtual trainings informed by the needs identified within our Youth Ministry University Cohort. These sessions are open to anyone—both within and beyond our diocese—and all are welcome to participate\, regardless of congregational or denominational affiliation. \nClick here to download a flyer! \nFebruary 10\, 2026; 6:30-8:00pm EST | Safe & Seen: Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Youth Ministry \nUnderstand how to make your youth ministry a refuge for young people navigating anxiety\, conflict\, and trauma. We’ll cover mental health basics\, trauma-sensitive practices\, and how to pastor youth while holding boundaries and sustaining your own emotional health.\nGuest Speaker: Jen Manning; Missioner for Youth\, Campus\, and Young Adult Ministries for the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama \nRegister Here
URL:https://indydio.org/event/youth-ministry-university-monthly-virtual-trainings-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Campbell":MAILTO:heather@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151719Z
UID:10001414-1770229800-1770235200@indydio.org
SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251211T180605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T190703Z
UID:10001457-1770058800-1770064200@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Wardens in Charge (WIC) Monthly Zoom Cohort - February 2026
DESCRIPTION:The diocese will host a Wardens-in-Charge (WIC) meeting on February 2nd  at 7pm EDT/6pm CT on Zoom. This meeting is intended as a time for wardens in parishes without clergy leadership to discuss aspects of their roles\, to ask for and offer advice\, and to build community with one another. No prior registration is necessary. Please reach out to Canon Giulianna with any questions.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/wardens-in-charge-wic-monthly-zoom-cohort-february-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Canon Giulianna Cappelletti Gray":MAILTO:gcgray@indydio.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251211T144244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T144244Z
UID:10001427-1769817600-1769903999@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Executive Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Save the date: 01/31 via Zoom
URL:https://indydio.org/event/executive-council-meeting-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Bethany Baugh":MAILTO:baugh@indydio.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151719Z
UID:10001413-1769625000-1769630400@indydio.org
SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151719Z
UID:10001412-1769020200-1769025600@indydio.org
SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260305T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251106T134154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T134154Z
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SUMMARY:Preaching Among Friends - Winter 2026
DESCRIPTION:Preaching Among Friends is a six-week online workshop for lay preachers\, suitable for beginners and for experienced preachers looking to hone their craft. Meeting on Sunday evenings\, this course addresses the unique positions of lay preachers by offering the chance to claim their voice to preach\, craft relevant sermons they believe with one clear message of Good News\, and apply a sustainable practice that respects the limited amount of time they may have for sermon prep. The course will meet Sunday evening each week for 75 minutes in the early evening for the first five weeks. There will be an average of two hours of homework per week. In the sixth week\, the class will meet nightly as preachers draft their sermons in real time. \nRegistration Deadline: January 5\, 2026 \nThe cost of the course is $275 ($475 for participants outside the Diocese of Indianapolis). $200 will be refunded to you upon successful completion of the course (Diocese of Indianapolis participants only). Scholarship support is available. Refunds for completion and scholarships are limited to participants from the Diocese of Indianapolis only. Please contact Canon Brendan O’Sullivan-Hale for additional details. \nSuccessful participants are able to navigate the Bible and liturgical calendar\nconfidently. They can: \n\nfind Scripture passages\nfollow footnotes\narticulate that the context of each book is particular\nfind passages assigned by the lectionary for a Sunday\nroughly define the theology and focus of each liturgical season\n\nThis is an entirely online course. The cohort leader will guide participants to learn the course site\, but participants must be able to: \n\naccess a computer with high-speed internet (Mobile devices can work but are cumbersome and usually lead to increased frustration. They don’t have the capabilities of a computer.)\ndownload and upload pdf and Word files\nclick links\njoin a Zoom room\, mute their microphones\, and accept the invitation to join a breakout room\ntype in dialogue boxes\ncheck spam and trash folders for email (and ideally\, safe-list incoming messages from Backstory Preaching)\n\nSchedule: \nJanuary 18: Orientation \nJanuary 25: Who says you can preach? \nFebruary 1: Read the text. \nFebruary 8: Study the text. \nFebruary 15: Discern a Word\, Part 1 \nFebruary 22: Discern a Word\, Part 2 \nMarch 1 – March 5: Craft a Sermon in Real Time \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://indydio.org/event/preaching-among-friends-winter-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Canon Brendan O'Sullivan-Hale":MAILTO:brendan@indydio.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251024T192207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T195315Z
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SUMMARY:Special Session Safe Church Admin Training: Advice for In-Person Safe Church Courses
DESCRIPTION:In response to demand\, Kelly Nickson will host a specialty training session for Safe Church administrators who are interested in hosting in-person Safe Church trainings with their congregation’s leaders. During the 1-hour training\, Kelly will provide recommendations for planning\, resources to help with training facilitation\, and answer questions about the logistics of in-person trainings versus the standard online training modules. This special session will be offered at two different times in the hopes of accommodating different work schedules – interested administrators only need to sign up for one session. \nClick here to register for this session (Thurs\, January 15 at 11am EST)
URL:https://indydio.org/event/special-safe-church-administrator-training-in-person-training-advice/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Safe Church
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151719Z
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SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251024T192025Z
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SUMMARY:Special Session Safe Church Admin Training: Advice for In-Person Safe Church Courses
DESCRIPTION:In response to demand\, Kelly Nickson will host a specialty training session for Safe Church administrators who are interested in hosting in-person Safe Church trainings with their congregation’s leaders. During the 1-hour training\, Kelly will provide recommendations for planning\, resources to help with training facilitation\, and answer questions about the logistics of in-person trainings versus the standard online training modules. This special session will be offered at two different times in the hopes of accommodating different work schedules – interested administrators only need to sign up for one session. \nClick here to register for this session (Wed\, January 14 at 6pm EST)
URL:https://indydio.org/event/special-session-safe-church-admin-training-advice-for-in-person-safe-church-courses/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Safe Church
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20250805T192233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T192233Z
UID:10001392-1768329000-1768334400@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ministry University: Monthly Virtual Trainings
DESCRIPTION:From August through March\, we offer monthly virtual trainings informed by the needs identified within our Youth Ministry University Cohort. These sessions are open to anyone—both within and beyond our diocese—and all are welcome to participate\, regardless of congregational or denominational affiliation. \nClick here to download a flyer! \nJanuary 13\, 2026; 6:30-8:00pm EST | Wired Wonderfully: Embracing Neurodiversity in Youth Ministry \nBuild a youth ministry where every brain belongs. This workshop equips leaders to support neurodivergent youth (including but not limited to those with ADHD\, autism\, and learning disabilities) by creating accessible spaces\, communicating clearly\, and fostering belonging without stigma. You’ll leave with practical tools\, deeper empathy\, and a vision for a ministry where cognitive differences are not just accommodated\, but celebrated.\nGuest Speaker: Bird Treacy; advocate for disability inclusion within The Episcopal Church \nRegister Here
URL:https://indydio.org/event/youth-ministry-university-monthly-virtual-trainings-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Campbell":MAILTO:heather@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251112T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151719Z
UID:10001410-1767810600-1767816000@indydio.org
SUMMARY:American Idolatry-How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by RJET \nWednesdays 01/07/26-02/25/26 6:30 pm-8:00 pm| Zoom \nJoin us for a new free 8-week online formation on Christian Nationalism in America. Participants will read a chapter of the book American Idolatry by Andrew Whitehead prior to our meeting. Participants will discuss the Chapter in small breakout sessions. Select Youtube videos pertinent to the Christian Nationalism movement will be shared. \nRegister Here \nRev. Cathy Scott catascot@sbcglobal.net / Canon Mariann Scott marianns@cccindy.org
URL:https://indydio.org/event/american-idolatry-how-christian-nationalism-betrays-the-gospel-and-threatens-the-church/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Deacon Cathy Scott":MAILTO:catascot@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251217T201904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T201904Z
UID:10001444-1767639600-1767643200@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Wardens In Charge (WIC) Zoom Call
DESCRIPTION:WIC Zoom Call on January 5 at 7PM ET. \nBrendan will talk about parochial report & annual meetings. \nIf you need the zoom link\, please email Rev. Mary Taflinger.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/wardens-in-charge-wic-zoom-call/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Mary Taflinger":MAILTO:taflinger@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251217T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251209T200112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T200112Z
UID:10001425-1765987200-1765990800@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Retired Clergy Gathering with Bishop Jennifer
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://indydio.org/event/retired-clergy-gathering-with-bishop-jennifer/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20250829T154717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T195851Z
UID:10001402-1765389600-1765396800@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Safe Church Administrator Training - December
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Nickson\, the Coordinator for Congregational Development and Safe Church at IndyDio\, will host a 2-hour training for Safe Church administrators who are new to the role in their parish. This training session will cover administrator responsibilities\, how to access and use diocesan resources\, an overview of the IndyDio policies\, and Praesidium Academy website training (making new accounts\, ordering background checks\, etc). Continuing administrators are welcome to register if they would like a review of the policies and processes. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/monthly-safe-church-administrator-training-december/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Safe Church
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20250805T192119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T192119Z
UID:10001391-1765305000-1765310400@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ministry University: Monthly Virtual Trainings
DESCRIPTION:From August through March\, we offer monthly virtual trainings informed by the needs identified within our Youth Ministry University Cohort. These sessions are open to anyone—both within and beyond our diocese—and all are welcome to participate\, regardless of congregational or denominational affiliation. \nClick here to download a flyer! \nDecember 9\, 2025; 6:30-8:00pm EST | All Ages\, One Church: Intentional Intergenerational Ministry \nMany of our churches are intergenerational by default – but what would it look like if we were intergenerational on purpose? In this workshop\, we’ll explore how to move from passive coexistence to active discipleship across generations. You’ll leave with practical tools for shared leadership\, meaningful relationships\, and creating worship and formation spaces where every age is valued.\nGuest Speaker: Sarah Allred; Project Director\, Roots & Wings: Intergenerational Formation Collaborative from the Department of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary \nRegister Here
URL:https://indydio.org/event/youth-ministry-university-monthly-virtual-trainings-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Campbell":MAILTO:heather@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20250829T154436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T154436Z
UID:10001401-1763575200-1763582400@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Safe Church Administrator Training - November
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Nickson\, the Coordinator for Congregational Development and Safe Church at IndyDio\, will host a 2-hour training for Safe Church administrators who are new to the role in their parish. This training session will cover administrator responsibilities\, how to access and use diocesan resources\, an overview of the IndyDio policies\, and Praesidium Academy website training (making new accounts\, ordering background checks\, etc). Continuing administrators are welcome to register if they would like a review of the policies and processes. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/monthly-safe-church-administrator-training-november/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20250805T192008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T192008Z
UID:10001390-1762885800-1762891200@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ministry University: Monthly Virtual Trainings
DESCRIPTION:From August through March\, we offer monthly virtual trainings informed by the needs identified within our Youth Ministry University Cohort. These sessions are open to anyone—both within and beyond our diocese—and all are welcome to participate\, regardless of congregational or denominational affiliation. \nClick here to download a flyer! \nNovember 11\, 2025; 6:30-8:00pm EST | Leading Up: Communicating Vision to Senior Leaders and Vestries \nEven the best youth ministry plan goes nowhere without leadership buy-in. Learn how to speak your leaders’ language\, cast vision with clarity\, and navigate resistance with grace. We’ll spend much of our time in an open Q&A—when signing up\, submit your real questions about conflict\, culture shifts\, and getting buy-in when the stakes are high.\nGuest Speakers: The Rev. Aaron Rogers\, Missioner for Black Ministry\, Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio and The Rev. Melissa Collier-Goepford\, Intergenerational Discipleship Coordinator at the Great Plains Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. \nRegister Here
URL:https://indydio.org/event/youth-ministry-university-monthly-virtual-trainings-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Campbell":MAILTO:heather@indydio.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072711
CREATED:20251007T215545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T215545Z
UID:10001404-1761739200-1761742800@indydio.org
SUMMARY:Safe Church Webinar with the Chancellor
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the new policy updates or Safe Church policies in general? If so\, the Diocese invites you to attend a special IndyDio Safe Church Webinar on Wednesday\, October 29 at 12 noon Eastern/11am Central in which Chancellor Todd Relue and Shelley Jackson from Krieg DeVault will provide insights into the recent policy updates and answer your Safe Church policy questions.\n\n \n\nClick here to access the webinar event page and register to attend. Ahead of the webinar\, the presenters would like to hear from the diocese about what topics would be most beneficial to discuss and what specific questions they would like for the presenters to answer. Please submit your questions or desired webinar focus topics through the linked Question Submission Form here – this is not a registration requirement and is entirely optional. A recording will be made available after the webinar.
URL:https://indydio.org/event/safe-church-webinar-with-the-chancellor/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Nickson":MAILTO:nickson@indydio.org
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