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March 12, 2012
Community Conversations: everyone's gifts matter

The Abundant Community co-author Peter Block will be here to share in interactive ways on recognizing the community gifts of the people and how to create a more hope-filled life for all.

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Community Conversations: everyone's gifts matter

Join Us For conversation with author and consultant, Peter Block,
on March 12th, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Resurrection Life Church to kick off a series of Community Conversations in Ottawa and Muskegon counties.

Known for his work in The Abundant Community and Community: The Structure of Belonging, “Block helps us see how we can change the existing context of community from one of deficiencies, interests, and entitlement to one of possibility, generosity, and gifts.”

We welcome and affirm people of all ages, races, shapes, sizes, nationalities, economic levels, sexualities and abilities. This workshop will inspire authentic conversation, bring to light the gifts in every individual, and challenge us to create new community possibilities.  

REGISTER NOW!

Monday, March 12th
5:00 – 6:00 PM … Welcome Reception
6:00 – 8:30 PM … Participative Workshop 

Resurrection Life Church
12900 West Olive Road, Grand Haven 49417
(corner of US-31 and Lincoln Avenue)

Register online or call 231.760.1350 

Deadline to register is Friday, March 2nd.

Cost is $10 per person

Scholarships and accessible transportation are available.
Contact Kathryn Gray at 616.396.5326 for more information.

This event is barrier free. Special accommodations will be provided if requested two weeks in advance. 

Those residing or working in Ottawa and Muskegon counties will have priority in registering. If you live beyond those limits, please contact Kathryn Gray to be added to the waiting list. Individuals on the waiting list will be informed by February 27th as to whether there is room available for registration.

Please feel free to pass this invitation on to others who may be interested!

SPECIAL TRAINING EVENTS

For information on customized training for your service club, community group or church, contact Judy Van Dyke, Neighborhood Connections Director. Good Samaritan has designed training curriculum in Volunteer Management, Case Management, Financial Counseling and Mentoring. Customized training in economic diversity and community development is also available.