The Disaster Response Network invites rostered ministers, lay leaders, staff members and others interested to join a new webinar series focusing on disaster response and preparedness, and coping strategies related to traumatic events.
The free “Leading in Turbulent Times” series will be offered as one-hour lunch and learn Zoom sessions on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. A variety of presenters will lead six interactive sessions, which will include group discussions and time for questions.
SCHEDULED TOPICS
- Sept. 10 — “Building Use and Being Prepared”
Presented by Steve O’Neil, retired coordinator for Cerro Gordo County Emergency Management - Sept. 24 — “Lutheran Disaster Response: Resources, Tools and Key Learnings”
Presented by Sean Coffman, program director for training and networks for Lutheran Disaster Response - Oct. 8 — “A Coaching Approach”
Presented by Jill Beverlin, professional certified coach and director of Coaching Ministries in the ELCA - Oct. 22 — “Community Grief and Mental Health Triage (Part 1)”
Presented by Pastor Liz Retz, Pastor Kristi Grieder and Pastor Steve Brackett - Oct. 29 — “Community Grief and Mental Health Triage (Part 2)”
Presented by Pastor Liz Retz and Pastor Kristi Grieder - Nov. 12 — “Check In, Next Best Steps and Being Community Together”
Presented by the Northeastern Iowa Synod Disaster Response Network
Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link. Register online anytime up to the last session. Those registered can attend any or all of the sessions. Check back to this web page for updates on speakers and topic details.
Questions can be emailed to Pastor Liz Bell or call 319-352-1414.
