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The Chaplaincy Institute wishes you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We send best wishes for the holidays, for your health, and your happiness. May the spirit of giving continue into 2021! #HappyHolidays #HappyNewYear #TheChaplaincyInstitute #interfaith

The Chaplaincy Institute prides itself on uplifting interfaith religions and spiritualities. One of our community members Rachel Findley, shared her holiday memories of the holiday Yule in Iceland. "As celebrated in Iceland, Jól (pronounced Yule but with a weird vowel) is very far from the modern Wiccan Yule. I celebrated Jól in Iceland when my son lived there with his family.... The winter in Iceland is very dark. Occasional the sun makes a brief appearance around 3 PM, low in the South, but it’s often too cloudy to see it. Lights are strung around all the windows throughout the winter, late November through early February. The thirteen Jól lads arrive, one each night, starting Dec. 12. Children receive small gifts every night (if they have been good; perhaps a rotten potato if they’ve been bad. The jólasveinar are traditionally said to be the sons of the mountain-dwelling trolls Grýla and Leppalúði, and are often depicted with the Jólakötturinn or Yule Cat, a very frightening pet of a giantess who makes children scream. The Jól lads are also hungry and mischievous, each one with a particular kind of mischief: harass sheep, steal milk, steals pans to eat the crust, steals spoons to lick, steal leftovers from pots, steals food from bowls set down near beds, slams door, eats Skyr (sort of like yogurt), swipes sausages, peeps through the windows to find something to steal, follows the nose to find fried pancakes, steals meat, steals candles. Then the Yule Lads disappear, one each day, until January 6 when the Icelanders celebrate with elf bonfires, elf dances, family gatherings, fireworks, and driving out evil spirits from the houses." #TheChaplaincyInstitute #Interfaith #Yule #Multifaith #Multireligious

We're hiring! Know of someone who would be good for this Admin Specialist role? Please spread the word. https://chaplaincyinstitute.org/jobs/

Chaplains, we see you out there! The Chaplaincy Institute sends comfort and strength to all of you. We appreciate the work you do on a daily basis. Thank you. http://ow.ly/pI7450CPtcy

Today is the day! ChI's Contemplative Service: Seeking the Light is happening at 5 pm Pacific Time. Come and join us for an extraordinary service held by our Interim Community Minister, Rev. Kari Kopnick. You can connect with us through the Zoom or YouTube link below. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82197402257 Meeting ID: 821 9740 2257 ... Passcode: 613204 YouTube Link: https://youtube.com/chaplaincyinstitute

Please plan to join us on Sunday, December 6th, for an online worship service with Interim Community Minister, Rev. Kari Kopnick. This will be the first of many, and definitely, one to remember! Below, you will find the Zoom and YouTube links for the service. We look forward to coming together to Seek the Light. Topic: ChI Contemplative Service: Seeking the Light Time: Dec 6, 2020, 05:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)... Zoom Link: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82197402257 Meeting ID: 821 9740 2257 Passcode: 613204 Youtube Link: https://youtube.com/chaplaincyinstitute

Would you like to know more about the team members who make up The Chaplaincy Institute? Well, here's your chance to meet ChI's Minister of Operations, Rev. Andrew Chirch! Check out his Faculty Feature video to get a glimpse of who he is and what he's most excited about! http://ow.ly/Qi8Y50CPqH8 #TheChaplaincyInstitute #FacultyFeature #Interfaith

Thank you to everyone who gave to The Chaplaincy Institute for #GivingTuesday; because of your donations, we can continue to fulfill our mission of healing and transforming the world! #thechaplaincyinstitute

Today’s Monday Motivational Message is an inspiring quote from Langston Hughes a legendary social activist, poet, and leader during the Harlem Renaissance. This quote reminds us that it’s important not to give up on our dreams because they serves as a source of life and purpose whether we realize it or not.

Below, you will find the Zoom and YouTube link for our service on Sunday, December 6th at 5:00 pm Pacific Time. This will be a chance to receive the intention and gifts of the community with our new Interim Community Minister, Rev. Kari Kopnick. We look forward to making this a reoccurring event. So please mark it on your calendar and get ready for a beautiful service! Zoom Topic: ChI Contemplative Service: Seeking the Light Time: Dec 6, 2020, 05:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Ca...nada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82197402257 Meeting ID: 821 9740 2257 Passcode: 613204 Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/chaplaincyinstitute

Most faith traditions and spiritual orientations agree that the primary work of ministry and spiritual care-giving is freedom and opportunity for healing and wholeness for all people. This course will include readings, reflection, and discussion using some of the case studies from the texts. Pedagogy will be contemplative to include presentations from and/or dialog with partners, virtual immersion opportunities, in-class praxis using Zoom breakout rooms, and a writing project. To register, and for more information please contact [email protected] or 510-843-1422.

Greetings All! Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday, and while most of us are still enjoying the memories of a Thanksgiving meal, today is a time of many challenges and environmental, social, and medical upheaval. The Covid-19 pandemic has only exacerbated the inequalities and the suffering of our world. ChI graduates are trained to help because they are trained to do things.... Help us train them to heal and transform the world. A gift of $120 today on Giving Tuesday provides support for ChI as we welcome an unprecedented influx of new chaplains and spiritual directors into our programs in the coming months. Help us here at ChaplaincyInstitute.org/giving. You can make a profound difference in the lives of those who need help most. It is our Thanksgiving prayer that you will help. Peace today, Rev. Ineda P. Adesanya, M.A., M.Div., DASD President and CEO | Board of Directors

The Business of Ministry course takes place the first 4 Tuesdays in December. December 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd from 1pm to 4pm PT. This course is to help you feel more comfortable and confident in the business aspect of your ministry by providing a basic understanding of its components. Beginning with an examination of your relationship to and your theology of money. This online class includes experiential and practical studies. As a participant, you will explore how to create and manage the business of ministry. To register, and for more information please contact [email protected] or 510-843-1422.

This is a snippet of Sweet Surrender being sung by Rev. Megan Wagner, Ph.D. and Rev. Jim Larkin, M.Div at the October 2020 Ordination and Graduation ceremony. What did you think of the celebration? What were some of your favorite partsof the ceremony?

Please Join Us for the 2020 Ordination and Graduation Ceremony! Today at 1pm Pacific time you can watch the live event via our YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/c/ChaplaincyInstitute/ Be sure to check out the ceremony's landing page as well for more information regarding the Order of Service, the Ordinands, and to sign the Guestbook.... https://chaplaincyinstitute.org/ordinationoctober2020/ See more

The day has come for our October 2020 Ordination and Graduation. Please join us at 1pm Pacific time to watch the ceremony live via our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/c/ChaplaincyInstitute/ Also, check out our landing page for more information on Ordinands, the Order of Service, and the Guestbook! https://chaplaincyinstitute.org/ordinationoctober2020/

Hello everyone! Check out our new Ordination and Graduation Ceremony landing page! From this page you will be able to watch the ceremony live on October 17th at 1pm Pacific time, Meet the Ordinands by reading their biographical statements and have the opportunity to sign their guestbook, and lastly have access to the downloadable Order of Service. This link has everything you need for this special event. Make sure to check it out! https://chaplaincyinstitute.org/ordinationoctober2020/

We are 5 days away from our Ordination and Graduation Ceremony! You will be able to watch the ceremony live on The Chaplaincy Institute's YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/c/ChaplaincyInstitute

Taking care of the mind is equally as important as taking care of the body. Making time in your schedule for self care can make a tremendous difference in the way your mind views daily tasks. Give your brain a few minutes of peace and calmness each day. Mental health can also affect us and those we love in profound ways. If you or someone you know needs help, know that you deserve that support. We encourage you to reach out to NAMI.org at 800-950-NAMI or text the word NAMI to 741741.

Start your Monday knowing that what you do today will play a big part of your near and/or far future. Make decisions that are for your best wellbeing. Happy Monday from The Chaplaincy Institute! #chaplaincyinstitute #mondaymotivation

We would like to introduce our new staff member LaShonda Lewis. LaShonda is the new Communications and Media Specialist for CHI! She currently resides in North Carolina and is a 2019 graduate from North Carolina Central University. She holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science with a concentration in Pre-Law and Theory and in Mass Communications with a concentration in Broadcasting. In her previous positions she operated in the roles of: Social Media Manager, Oral History Coordinator, Video Production Assistant, and more! In her free time she enjoys creating visual content on YouTube and working as an Entrepreneur. We are excited to have LaShonda join the team!