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This event is brought to you by the department of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary

This webinar will occur via Zoom, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. eastern May 23, 2024. Registrants will receive access to the recording afterward, even if they missed it live.

Join us for an enlightening panel discussion on sabbaticals featuring esteemed guests Bishop Mariann Budde, Rev. Randy Callender, and Jason Franklin, hosted by Wallace Benton, the Associate Director of Lifelong Learning. Delving into the essence of sabbaticals, the panel will clarify what they are and are not, exploring the myriad of resources available such as grants to facilitate these vital periods of rest and renewal. Additionally, they will shed light on how sabbaticals serve as transformative opportunities for both individuals and the communities they serve, fostering growth and rejuvenation. The discussion will also contemplate the inclusion of lay ministers and associate rectors in the sabbatical process, ensuring equitable access to this enriching experience within the broader ministry landscape.