Good morning, –

What do you love about a road trip? I love seeing crazy and wonderful things along the road. You, too?

This week, I am enjoying time at Ring Lake Ranch. I pray that you will see, notice, and pay attention to the wild and wonderful things on your journey, too, and remember . . . you are not alone. 

In case you missed it, I want to share with you this message again, from Callie Swanlund‘s new book. From Weary to Wholehearted is Callie’s love letter to remind you and me of many things, including, we are not alone. We need a lot of reminding these days, so have a listen to this reading. 

Another favorite thing on a road trip is catching up podcasts. Have you subscribed to the 3MMM podcast? Summer is a great time to listen to the entire first season. Then, interviews and stories in 3MMM Podcast Seasons 3, 4, and 5.  

 , you are a faith leader in these challenging, demanding, even impossible times! I think what you do matters, and I’m grateful for you and your efforts at collaboration, mutuality, learning, and growth. I hope that you find the rest, Sabbath, and connections you need. How we can support you?

Warmly,

Eileen

Next Mini Writing Retreat -

August 15

Some possible ways you might make the most out of the virtual Writing Retreat?

• to plan for fall teaching, preaching, or programming
• to work on your book, article, or blog
• to edit, revise, or polish a project
• to get ahead on your writing so you can vacation in peace

What do you get when you sign up for a retreat? 

• Time to write
• Planning ideas & document 
• Accountability
• Better writing habits 
• Focus on process 
• Breathing and intention setting
• Camaraderie 
• Encouraging and supportive coaching 
   

October Writing Table Retreat

I am so excited about the in-person retreat at Kirkridge in October. 

It's not too early to make your plans for Fall. 

I would love to see you and work with. you there!

Join us at the Writing Table in person. Enjoy the beauty of Kirkridge in the autumn and ample structured and unstructured time to inspire a rhythm of writing and rest. We invite you to bring a writing project with you or dream up a new one at this retreat. Registration is open now! 
 

Book Giveaway
We have one more copy of From Weary to Wholehearted 

to give away in July. Tell your friends - you can enter the giveaway by signing up for our newsletter. If you are receiving this newsletter, 

you are already in the drawing!

Finding Our Way Study

We are all still finding our way and dealing with multiple changes to the world, to our lives, and to the church. Erin Robinson Hall wrote this study guide to help you lead important conversations as you navigate a new era of ministry. Could your group use a new study for Fall?

We need to acknowledge the changes, ask good questions, listen, make space for grief, and start to tell new future stories. The “Finding Our Way” Study Guide can help you do all this and more.

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📌 You can now follow us on Pinterest! Head over and look for Three Minute Ministry Mentor, and share or pin some of our favorite quotes and blessings. Find inspiration for your practice of ministry!

We think that what you do matters, . May you find peace, inspiration, and pastoral imagination this week!