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:20260501T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T110000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:CDC Spiritual Connection May 2026 with Brian Becker DESCRIPTION:Spiritual Connection\nwith Guest Host: Brian BeckerFriday May 1\, 2026 - 10:30 AM\nGoing Fast Slowly: A Reflection on "The Spirituality of Fundraising" by Henri Nouwen\nFor nearly 20 years\, Brian Becker has served as a consultant and executive leadership coach\, helping nonprofits build highly effective boards and craft transformative strategic plans. Over 100 organizations have executed dynamic and innovative plans with his guidance.His second book\, Igniting the Powder Keg: Seven Keys for Nonprofit Board Engagement was just released and the chapter Generosity: Where Gladness Meets Hunger is available for free today in PDF format for any participant who requests it.He is also the co-author\, with his son Jeff\, of Tender Lions: Building the Vital Relationship Between Father and Son. The book has been widely praised for its honest\, hope-filled guidance to dads who want to build or repair strong emotional and relational bonds with their sons.Brian is a husband\, dad\, and grandfather roles that are his most important leadership positions of allGoing Fast Slowly will allow us to pause together as Christian fundraising leaders\, rediscovering that our work is not first about money\, but about invitation into mission\, joy\, and shared purpose. Drawing on the wisdom of Henri Nouwen's classic little book The Spirituality of Fundraising\, we'll reflect on the paradox of the many "fast" moving pieces our calling requires and our need to be "slow" in spirit. Through guided conversation\, we'll explore how fundraising can be a sacred space rather than a race for results.\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. \nNourish your spirit. Join us. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Spiritual Connection
with Guest Host: Brian Becker

Friday May 1\, 2026 - 10:30 AM
Going Fast Slowly: \;A Reflection on "\;The Spirituality of Fundraising"\; \;by Henri Nouwen


For nearly 20 years\, Brian Becker has served as a consultant and executive leadership coach\, helping nonprofits build highly effective boards and craft transformative strategic plans. Over 100 organizations have executed dynamic and innovative plans with his guidance.

His second book\, Igniting the Powder Keg: Seven Keys for Nonprofit Board Engagement was just released and the chapter Generosity: Where Gladness Meets Hunger is available for free today in PDF format for any participant who requests it.

He is also the co-author\, with his son Jeff\, of Tender Lions: Building the Vital Relationship Between Father and Son. The book has been widely praised for its honest\, hope-filled guidance to dads who want to build or repair strong emotional and relational bonds with their sons.

Brian is a husband\, dad\, and grandfather &mdash\; roles that are his most important leadership positions of all

Going Fast Slowly will allow us to pause together as Christian fundraising leaders\, rediscovering that our work is not first about money\, but about invitation into mission\, joy\, and shared purpose. Drawing on the wisdom of Henri Nouwen&rsquo\;s classic little book The Spirituality of Fundraising\, we&rsquo\;ll reflect on the paradox of the many &ldquo\;fast&rdquo\; moving pieces our calling requires and our need to be &ldquo\;slow&rdquo\; in spirit. Through guided conversation\, we&rsquo\;ll explore how fundraising can be a sacred space rather than a race for results.


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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