Ministry as Vocation Conference
PSR's Ministry as Vocation Conference is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a call to ministry or considering seminary education as preparation for work as a pastor, chaplain, religious educator, scholar, administrator, or other faith community professional.
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Call and Discernment Workshop
The conference includes an interactive and reflective workshop on call and discernment. This event will help you explore the meaning of "the call" to ministry as it relates to your own personal experience. You will also have the opportunity to engage with others who are discerning God's call in their lives. There will be time for individual and small group reflection, including a small group for spouses and partners.
During Ministry as Vocation, you will:
- Explore your questions about ministry and theological education;
- Meet faculty, students, and staff from Pacific School of Religion
- Learn about PSR's academic programs, community life, field education, contextual learning program, financial aid, and housing;
- Tour the PSR campus and the Graduate Theological Union;
- Experience creative worship.
Exploring Ministry Luncheon: A Post-Conference Event for People of Color
Join PSR faculty, staff, students, and alumni/ae, Sunday, November 9 at 12:30 pm for an informal, informational gathering as we explore the issues, benefits, challenges, and joys that face people of color considering vocations in ministry. Learn about programs and opportunities available at PSR, hear stories of people who have gone before you, and enjoy a wonderful meal.
Registration Information (Registration is Free!)
The registration deadline is Friday, October 31, 2008.
You can register in one of three ways:
- Register Online »
- Download a Printable Registration Form »
- Register by phone: Call Joellynn Monahan at 510/849-8253
Housing
Limited housing is available Thursday through Sunday nights. Costs range from $30–85 per night depending on the accommodations. If you need housing, please send a $30 deposit with your registration. Assignments are made in the order that your deposit is received. Deposits are non-refundable unless no housing is available. Balance is due upon arrival. Accommodations range from dorm style to private guest rooms. Please list your preferences on the registration form.
Accessibility Needs
All public assembly facilities used for the Ministry as Vocation Conference are wheelchair accessible. If you are staying in our housing, we will do our best to accommodate your specific needs. Please specify your needs for housing and conference participation on the registration form.
Transportation to PSR
By airport shuttle
Bayporter Express shuttle service is available from both Oakland and San Francisco airports at the cost of $23–29. To make a shuttle reservation, contact Bayporter Express at 415/467-1800 or www.bayporter.com.
By public transit
For information about Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) service from Oakland or San Francisco airports to the Downtown Berkeley BART station (the closet one to PSR), go to www.bart.gov. For information about all public transit options, including local buses, see www.511.org.
By car
From Interstate 80, exit onto University Avenue and go east. Turn left (north) on Oxford. Turn right (east) on Hearst. Take oblique left on Le Conte (a steep hill). Turn left at top of hill onto Scenic. The PSR campus is on your left. Turn left into PSR parking lot, just past first building on your left. Parking is free.
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