BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T110000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:CDC Spiritual Connection July 2026 with Chris Manke DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Connection with Guest Host:\nChris MankeFriday\, July 10\, 2026 - 10:30 AM\nStories That Carry the SacredIn faith-based development work\, stories are often used to communicate mission and inspire generosity. But at their best\, stories are more than tools for fundraising they are sacred reminders of where grace\, dignity\, resilience\, and hope are already alive in the world. Rev. Chris Manke will reflect on how paying attention to people's stories can renew our sense of calling\, deepen our gratitude\, and help us see our daily work as part of something holy.\nRev. Chris Manke serves as Executive Director of Outreach for Hope\, a nonprofit ministry of the Greater Milwaukee Synod\, ELCA\, that supports life-giving ministries serving low-income communities throughout southeastern Wisconsin. A pastor for more than 30 years\, Chris is passionate about helping people see where faith\, hope\, and everyday life meet. His ministry has included congregational leadership\, nonprofit fundraising\, international partnerships\, storytelling\, photography\, and walking alongside communities where resilience and grace are often found in the most unexpected places. Chris brings a pastoral heart\, a love for meaningful conversation\, and a deep belief that moments of reflection can renew us for the work we are called to do.\nSpiritual Connection: Inspire. Uplift. Connect. Join us for Spiritual Connection\, a monthly virtual gathering designed to uplift your spirit\, foster meaningful connections\, and provide a moment of peace in your busy schedule. On the first Friday of each month\, take a 30-minute break from your busy schedule to nourish your spirit. Designed for members of the Christian Development Council (CDC)\, this virtual gathering provides a unique opportunity to explore faith-based topics that inspire\, uplift\, and connect us all. Topics focus on personal growth\, spiritual enrichment\, and building a sense of unity. From current events to devotional pieces\, health tips to passages from inspiring books\, our speakers share their passions\, creating space for meaningful reflection and connection. What to Expect:Motivating Speakers: Each month\, a featured speaker will share their wisdom and passion on a topic relevant to our spiritual lives.Thought-Provoking Discussions: Engage in meaningful conversations with fellow members of our community\, sharing your thoughts and experiences.A Welcoming Atmosphere: All are welcome\, regardless of where you are on your spiritual path.A Moment of Renewal: Leave feeling refreshed\, inspired\, and connected to a community that cares. Nourish your spirit. Join us. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Spiritual Connection with Guest Host:
Chris Manke

Friday\, July 10\, 2026 - 10:30 AM

Stories That Carry the Sacred

In faith-based development work\, stories are often used to communicate mission and inspire generosity. But at their best\, stories are more than tools for fundraising &mdash\; they are sacred reminders of where grace\, dignity\, resilience\, and hope are already alive in the world. Rev. Chris Manke will reflect on how paying attention to people&rsquo\;s stories can renew our sense of calling\, deepen our gratitude\, and help us see our daily work as part of something holy.


Rev. Chris Manke serves as Executive Director of Outreach for Hope\, a nonprofit ministry of the Greater Milwaukee Synod\, ELCA\, that supports life-giving ministries serving low-income communities throughout southeastern Wisconsin. A pastor for more than 30 years\, Chris is passionate about helping people see where faith\, hope\, and everyday life meet. His ministry has included congregational leadership\, nonprofit fundraising\, international partnerships\, storytelling\, photography\, and walking alongside communities where resilience and grace are often found in the most unexpected places. Chris brings a pastoral heart\, a love for meaningful conversation\, and a deep belief that moments of reflection can renew us for the work we are called to do.


Spiritual Connection: Inspire. Uplift. Connect. \;

Join us for Spiritual Connection\, a monthly virtual gathering designed to uplift your spirit\, foster meaningful connections\, and provide a moment of peace in your busy schedule. \;

On the first Friday of each month\, take a 30-minute break from your busy schedule to nourish your spirit. Designed for members of the Christian Development Council (CDC)\, this virtual gathering provides a unique opportunity to explore faith-based topics that inspire\, uplift\, and connect us all. Topics focus on personal growth\, spiritual enrichment\, and building a sense of unity. From current events to devotional pieces\, health tips to passages from inspiring books\, our speakers share their passions\, creating space for meaningful reflection and connection. \;

What to Expect:

Nourish your spirit. Join us.

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