In the last three months I have been consumed by unearthing treasures and taking out the trash. These tasks are just two layers of multi-pronged transitions and crises in my family presently. Sorting through, distributing, rearranging, and letting go can be overwhelming (to understate the situation).

With crises and transitions come loss and grief. And even joy. 

If you are reading this and you are minister, chaplain, religious educator, seminary professor, or engaged church leader, I want you to invite you to consider these questions. 

Thinking about grief also has me thinking about future stories. What rituals and attentions to grief are needed in this new era of ministry? Many groups and congregations are diving into the Finding Our Way Study Guide for that kind of reflection. Take a look. 
 

June Book Giveaway!

 We are giving away a copy of Callie Swanlund's new book! One winner from our email list will be selected. Find our more about Callie's process of writing this book, here. 
 

Have you given us a follow on Pinterest?

📌 You can now follow us on Pinterest! Head over to Pinterest, search Three Minute Ministry Mentor, and give us a follow. 
Find inspiration for your practice of ministry. 

Bring your writing and reflecting to a community of writers! I would love to see you at one of the opportunities for community and writing - check them out below! Let us know how we can support your practice of ministry.
 

Summer Writing? Focus with a Mini-Retreat! 

 
The first writing retreat was fantastic! Our next Mini Writing Retreat is July 19, sign up below. 

Also - how could you gift someone a writing package? Know someone who would appreciate space at the table? Give them the gift of a writing community.   

Summer time is project time? What if you had help? 

We are offering a summer package for writing called Summer Sabbatical. Turn your writing into something finished and on its way to publishing - an article, book chapter, special project, or something larger! The Summer Sabbatical is designed to give you strong, proven support in the coming months.

Inspire your Pastoral Imagination this month!

May you find space for grief, reflections, and great writing practices, and peace, .