Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop
What Every Church Member Should Know About Poverty
Friday, October 25, 2013
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Gregorian Room
St. Joseph University Parish
Seminar Overview
This seminar presents information and issues to increase knowledge and awareness of the
issues faced by people living in poverty and ways in which churches may minister to individuals
in poverty. Topics include:
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the hidden rules of middle class,
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language patterns and cognition,
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violence and conflict resolution,
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family and relationship building, and
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church participation.
This seminar is based on the book What Every Church Member Should Know About Poverty by
Bill Ehlig and Dr. Ruby K. Payne. The seminar is designed for members of the faith community,
ministers, and church staff members.
Beth Pace, a certified instructor and a customer outreach representative for Vectren, will deliver
the seminar at no cost. St. Joseph University Parish is hosting the seminar and invites any
member of the parish who is interested in better understanding the challenges faced by the poor
in our community.
Seating is limited, so please respond by October 21, 2013 by contacting Jenny Piker at
dpthi@frontier.comor Lacey Moody at Office.stjoeup@frontier.com or at 812-232-7011 to
attend.