21 Jun 2023
21 Jun 2023

2023 ATS DIAP Gathering

  • Price: $200.00

Overview

By registration; Join colleagues from across the ATS membership in Atlanta for a time of reconnection, retreat, and learning together about development and communications work in the world of theological education. This event will allow you to deepen your professional relationships, share best practices and resources, and explore strategies for addressing common challenges, all in a context designed to offer rest and renewal apart from the rush of daily demands.

Save the date and plan to join us!

 

 

 


Agenda

Meeting Goals
Retreat-style: To create space for rest and renewal apart from the demands of daily work
Relationship and connection: To connect meaningfully with colleagues in similar roles, building a base of support for the practical aspects of our work
Horizontal learning: To learn from the experiences of peers and colleagues at other theological schools as we explore shared challenges and issues of common concern
Rich content: To share strategic information around new tools and best practices for advancement work in theological education

Wednesday, June 21

4:00 p.m.
Registration and Reception

 4:30 p.m. 
Welcome Session

6:30 p.m.
Opening Dinner

Thursday, June 22

8:30 a.m.       
Morning Reflection

9:00 a.m.        
Plenary Session One

10:30 a.m.
Break                                                                                                                                         

11:00 a.m.     
Plenary Session Two

12:30 p.m.     
Lunch

2:00 p.m.       
Afternoon Reflection

2:30 p.m.
Plenary Panel – Sharing Our Stories

4:00 p.m.
Conversation Spaces

6:00 p.m.
Dinner

Friday, June 23                   

8:30 a.m.      
Morning Reflection

9:00 a.m.      
Plenary Session Three

10:30 a.m.   
Break

11:00 a.m.
Plenary Panel – Sharing Our Stories

12:30 p.m.
Lunch

2:00 p.m.
Afternoon Reflection

2:30 p.m.
Plenary Session Four

3:30 p.m.
Closing Session

4:00 p.m.
Adjournment

 


Workshops

Accommodations

Buckhead_Hotel_Layout_conference.jpg

westin-buckhead-hotel-layout_lobby.jpg

Hotel Reservation Deadline: Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

You are responsible for the cost of your lodging and transportation to and from Atlanta. A block of rooms has been reserved at The Westin Buckhead at a group rate of $189 for single/double occupancy which includes complimentary WiFi in the guestrooms. The Westin Buckhead is located at 3391 Peachtree Road, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia, 30326.

To make your online hotel reservation under the ATS group rate, please click here. You may also call the hotel at 1-888-236-2427.

Check-in:
3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.

  • All guests arriving before 3:00 p.m. will be accommodated as rooms become available. Bell staff can arrange to check baggage for guests arriving early, or when attending afternoon functions on departure day.
  • Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at the time of check-in (currently 16.5%), as well as a Georgia Hotel/Motel Fee of $5 USD per room per day, in effect at the time of check-out.

Parking
On-site parking is available for $45 USD daily and valet parking for $55 USD daily.

Transportation Information 
There are a variety of transportation options between the local airports and The Westin Buckhead.

  • The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) offers an inexpensive and convenient way to navigate the city. One-way fare is $2.50. From the airport, take the North-North Springs Line to Buckhead Station (N7). Walk one block north on Peachtree Road, and the hotel will be on the right.
  • Other Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport transportation options can be found here, including buses, shuttles, Uber, Lyft, and more.

For more details, visit The Westin Buckhead.

 


Presenters
Zachary Moon

View Bio

Zachary Moon

Zachary Moon serves as professor of theology and psychology at Chicago Theological Seminary. He has published widely, including four books, Coming Home: Ministry That Matters with Veterans and Military Families (Chalice Press, 2015), Warriors between Worlds: Moral Injury and Identities in Crisis (Lexington Books, 2019), Goatwalking: A Quaker Pastoral Theology (Brill, 2021), and Doing Theology in Pandemics: Facing Viruses, Violence, and Vitriol (Pickwick, 2022). He coordinates partnership development for the Center for Chaplaincy Studies, which provides training and consulting to develop courageous, compassionate, and creative leaders who can effectively serve in trauma-impacted communities.

John Ranheim

View Bio

John Ranheim

John Ranheim has more than 20 years of experience as a senior consultant, working with organizations, leaders, and teams to fulfill their missions through developing effective fundraising strategies. He has developed and led programs for annual giving, major gifts, and planned giving during his career. Most recently, he served as the chief development officer and vice president of advancement at Covenant Theological Seminary, where he oversaw the institution’s fundraising, communications, alumni, enrollment teams, and the Covenant Seminary Foundation. In this role, he led the school through three successful capital campaigns for new buildings, student scholarships, operations, and the seminary’s endowment. Ranheim regularly advises organizations and schools with their strategy, planning, and fundraising programs. He has served as an executive coach for development professionals and senior leaders who desire to grow in their capacity and effectiveness in fundraising. He is a frequent speaker on stewardship and fundraising and is the past chair of The Association of Theological Schools national conference, serving development professionals in theological higher education. Ranheim earned his MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary. He serves on the board of Westminster Christian Academy in St. Louis and is an elder at Chesterfield Presbyterian Church.

 

 


Other

Guest fee: $75

Dress is business casual.


CONTACT:

Saren Williams

Date & Time
Wed, Jun 21, 2023 , 4:00 p.m. ET
Fri, Jun 23, 2023 , 4:00 p.m. ET

Location
The Westin Buckhead | Atlanta, GA

© 2023 The Association of Theological Schools, All Rights Reserved
Website by Morweb.org