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SUMMARY:Together in Hope - Kalamazoo\, MI
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude for your generous support of Growing Hope Globally\, you are invited to join us for Together in Hope.  \nJoin us on Saturday\, April 18 from 12:00-2:30 PM at the John E. Fetzer Center\, 2251 Business Ct\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49008 for lunch and an opportunity to hear about our shared impact in Timor-Leste and around the world. \nHear from special guest Julio da Costa!   \nJulio is the Executive Director of Fundasaun Sosial Naroman (FUSONA)\, the humanitarian and development agency of the Protestant Church of Timor-Leste. Church World Service and FUSONA have partnered with Growing Hope Globally to implement the Timor-Leste Oecusse and Liquica programs. \nPlease RSVP by April 1\, 2026 so that we can plan for your complimentary meal \nPLEASE RSVP HERE\nQuestions or problems registering? Contact Rachel Conley at (616)283-0694 or rachel@growinghopeglobally.org
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/together-in-hope-kalamazoo-mi/
LOCATION:John E. Fetzer Center\, 2251 Business Ct.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49008\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Event,Regional Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T213313Z
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SUMMARY:Update from the Field: Bolivia North Potosí
DESCRIPTION:6:00 PM Central / 7:00 PM Eastern \nHear about the impact of the Bolivia North Potosí program implemented by Mennonite Central Committee and local partner Interdisciplinary Integral Development Program (PRODII). Regional Director Kaylyn Morse and fellow travelers will share what they saw and experienced during their March learning visit. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/update-from-the-field-bolivia-north-potosi/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T152614Z
UID:5038-1773273600-1773359999@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Update From The Field: Zambia Lundazi
DESCRIPTION:5 PM Central / 6 PM Eastern \nHear about the impact of the Zambia Lundazi program implemented by World Renew and local partner CCAP-Zambia. Travelers will share what they saw and experienced during their February learning visit. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/update-from-the-field-zambia-lundazi/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
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UID:5066-1770336000-1770422399@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Update From The Field: Kenya West Pokot
DESCRIPTION:9 AM Pacific / 11 AM Central / 12 PM Eastern \nHear about the impact of the Kenya West Pokot program implemented by Covenant World Relief and Development and local partner Jitokeze Wamama Wafrika. Eric Mattson\, Ann Snipes and Suzie Winters will share what they saw and experienced during their December learning visit. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/update-from-the-field-kenya-west-pokot/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20251222T193147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T193147Z
UID:5041-1768867200-1768953599@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Update from the Field: Paraguay Lower Chaco
DESCRIPTION:7:30 PM Central / 8:30 PM Eastern \nHear about the impact of the Paraguay Lower Chaco program implemented by Church World Service and local partner Pastoral Social Diocesana de Benjamín Aceval. Regional Director Kaylyn Morse and fellow travelers Paul & Karon Speckman\, Mark & Oskar Swanson and Kris Pirmann will share what they saw and experienced during their December learning visit. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/update-from-the-field-paraguay-lower-chaco/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114
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UID:4944-1762992000-1763078399@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:What's Happening in Haiti?
DESCRIPTION:6 PM Central / 7 PM Eastern\nChurch World Service (CWS) implements two Growing Hope Globally funded programs in the remote Northwest Department of Haiti. CWS staff will highlight the work of local partners and provide an overview of the difficulties facing Haiti today. Join us to learn more about the challenges farming families have faced in recent years and the progress they have made. \nOur Speakers\nAlex Morse – Alex serves as the Deputy Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean with Church World Service and has been with CWS for the past three years supporting a range of programs and partners across the region.  Previously\, he was the Regional Director of Latin American and Caribbean Programs with Growing Hope Globally and had the privilege of working alongside programs and growing projects for nearly a decade.  He currently lives in Kent\, OH with his wife and their two children. \nPatrick Nelson – Patrick is the Country Representative in Haiti for Church World Service.  Patrick has served in multiple roles over 10+ years working with CWS. Patrick works closely with CWS’ partners located in the Northwest Department that implement the two programs funded by Growing Hope Globally and has provided them with ongoing support during these recent years of challenges.  Patrick lives with his family in Port-au-Prince. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/whats-happening-in-haiti/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20250609T173921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T193652Z
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SUMMARY:Together in Hope - Edgerton\, MN
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude for your generous support of Growing Hope Globally\, you are invited to join us for Together in Hope.  \nJoin us on Friday\, August 15 from 6:00-8:30 PM at Bethel Christian Reformed Church in Edgerton for dinner and an opportunity to hear about our shared impact in Burkina Faso  and around the world. \nHear from special guest Georgine Biwaga Nyingambe!   \nOver the past two years\, Georgine has worked with the Burkina Faso Boulkiemde program\, which is funded by Growing Hope Globally. \n  \n  \nPlease RSVP by August 1\, 2025 so that we can plan for your complimentary meal \nPLEASE RSVP HERE\nQuestions or problems registering? Contact Mark Swanson at (509)494-9850 or mark@growinghopeglobally.org
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/together-in-hope-edgerton-mn/
LOCATION:Bethel Christian Reformed Church\, Edgerton\, MN\, 610 Main St.\, Edgerton\, MN\, 56128\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
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SUMMARY:Together in Hope - Bloomington\, IL
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude for your generous support of Growing Hope Globally\, you are invited to join us for Together in Hope.  \nJoin us on Thursday\, August 14 from 6:00-8:30 PM at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bloomington (West Entrance\, please) for dinner and an opportunity to hear about our shared impact in Burkina Faso  and around the world. \nHear from special guest Georgine Biwaga Nyingambe!   \nOver the past two years\, Georgine has worked with the Burkina Faso Boulkiemde program\, which is funded by Growing Hope Globally. \n  \n  \nPlease RSVP by August 1\, 2025 so that we can plan for your complimentary meal \nPLEASE RSVP HERE\nQuestions or problems registering? Contact Eric Mattson at (217)371-3805 or eric@growinghopeglobally.org
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/together-in-hope-bloomington-il/
LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church\, 1617 E. Emerson St.\, Bloomington\, IL\, 61701\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Event,Regional Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20250609T171104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T193436Z
UID:4851-1754740800-1754749800@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Together in Hope - Lancaster\, PA
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude for your generous support of Growing Hope Globally\, you are invited to join us for Together in Hope.  \nJoin us on Saturday\, August 9 from 12:00-2:30 PM at the Hospitality Suite on the 4th floor of Teague Learning Commons at Lancaster Bible College for lunch and an opportunity to hear about our shared impact in Burkina Faso  and around the world. \nHear from special guest Georgine Biwaga Nyingambe!   \nOver the past two years\, Georgine has worked with the Burkina Faso Boulkiemde program\, which is funded by Growing Hope Globally. \n  \n  \nPlease RSVP by August 1\, 2025 so that we can plan for your complimentary meal \nPLEASE RSVP HERE\nQuestions or problems registering? Contact Curtis Veiock at (330)272-1696 or curtis@growinghopeglobally.org \nLancaster Bible College – Teague Learning Commons Map
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/together-in-hope-lancaster-pa/
LOCATION:Hospitality Suite\, Teague Learning Commons Lancaster Bible College\, 901 Eden Rd.\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17601\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Event,Regional Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T000000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T140208Z
UID:4884-1753747200-1753747200@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Mid-Missouri Growing Project Thankful Shindig
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mid-Missouri Growing Project on Sunday\, October 5 at 4 PM.  This fun evening will feature\, \n\nLIVE music: The Copper Creek Band\nLocally-grown dinner\nColumbia’s best playground\nSilent auctions\, free-will offering\n\nAll proceeds will go to Growing Hope Globally to help overseas farmers become food secure! Growing Hope officially reached its goal of helping 2.5 M people through overseas programming – a full year ahead of what we projected. \nRSVP to Karon Speckman with number attending\, speckmank@gmail.com or text 573-424-6402
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/mid-missouri-growing-project-thankful-shindig/
LOCATION:Lamb Shelter\, Cosmo Park\, 1615 Business Loop 70 W\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,General Event,Harvest Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250725T210000
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CREATED:20250417T140256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T204323Z
UID:4801-1753466400-1753477200@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Hope Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening filled with delicious food and stories of hope. You’ll have the opportunity to try a variety of foods from around the world\, learn about the way U.S. communities are living out their faith through our unique Growing Project model and hear from our overseas program leaders and participants. \nWhether you’ve been supporting Growing Hope Globally for years or will be hearing about us for the first time\, we hope you will leave this event with a better understanding of our work and the impact we are making in the lives of families and communities who struggle with hunger around the world. \nMost of all\, we hope you will consider how you can support this work and join us in growing lasting solutions to hunger. \nBuy Tickets\nWould your business be interested in partnering with us to make this event a success? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities below. Questions? For more information\, contact rachel@growinghopeglobally.org. \nSponsorship Opportunities\nSpecial thanks to our event sponsors!\n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/hope-dinner/
LOCATION:Friendship Christian Reformed Church\, 190 100th St. SE\, Byron Center\, MI\, 49315\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20250224T211633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T133119Z
UID:4769-1743638400-1743724799@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Updates From The Field: Senegal
DESCRIPTION:6 PM Central/ 7 PM Eastern  \nHear about the impact of the Senegal Fatick program implemented by World Renew and local partner Église Luthérienne du Sénégal – Lutheran Church of Senegal (ELS). President/CEO Kaitlyn Slate and fellow travelers Karli Moore Gaither and Lenora Moore will share what they saw and experienced during their February 2025 learning visit. \nRegister Now\n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/updates-from-the-field-senegal/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20250114T221209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T202500Z
UID:4729-1742043600-1742052600@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Together in Hope - Olathe\, KS
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude for your generous support of Growing Hope Globally\, you are invited to join us for Together in Hope \nJoin us on Saturday\, March 15 from 1-3:30 PM at the Cunningham Center at MidAmerica Nazarene University for lunch and an opportunity to hear about our shared impact in Uganda and around the world. \nHear from special guest Kenneth Barigye!   \nMr. Barigye is the Managing Director of Mountain Harvest\, a coffee company that improves the quality of life for smallholder farmers in Uganda while supporting healthy and thriving natural ecosystems. Growing Hope Globally previously supported the Uganda Mt. Elgon program and is currently supporting the Uganda Rwenzori program in partnership with Mountain Harvest and Lutheran World Relief. \n  \nPlease RSVP by March 6\, 2025 so that we can plan for your complimentary meal \nPlease RSVP Here\n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/together-in-hope-olathe-ks/
LOCATION:Cunningham Center at MidAmerica Nazarene University\, 2041 E Pioneer Blvd.\, Olathe\, KS\, 66062\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20250114T220656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T001305Z
UID:4725-1741438800-1741447800@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Together in Hope - Rock Island\, IL
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude for your generous support of Growing Hope Globally\, you are invited to join us for Together in Hope \nJoin us on Saturday\, March 8 from 1:00-3:30 PM at the Wilson Center at Augustana College for lunch and an opportunity to hear about our shared impact in Uganda and around the world. \nHear from special guest Kenneth Barigye!   \nMr. Barigye is the Managing Director of Mountain Harvest\, a coffee company that improves the quality of life for smallholder farmers in Uganda while supporting healthy and thriving natural ecosystems. Growing Hope Globally previously supported the Uganda Mt. Elgon program and is currently supporting the Uganda Rwenzori program in partnership with Mountain Harvest and Lutheran World Relief. \n  \nPlease RSVP by February 25\, 2025 so that we can plan for your complimentary meal \nPlease RSVP Here
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/together-in-hope-rock-island-il/
LOCATION:Wilson Center at Augustana College\, 3750 7th Avenue\, Rock Island\, IL\, 61201\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250307T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250307T210000
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UID:4717-1741372200-1741381200@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Together in Hope - Fort Wayne\, IN
DESCRIPTION:In gratitude for your generous support of Growing Hope Globally\, you are invited to join us for Together in Hope \nJoin us on Friday\, March 7 from 6:30-9 PM at Autumn Ridge Golf Course for dinner and an opportunity to hear about our shared impact in Uganda and around the world. \nHear from special guest Kenneth Barigye!   \nMr. Barigye is the Managing Director of Mountain Harvest\, a coffee company that improves the quality of life for smallholder farmers in Uganda while supporting healthy and thriving natural ecosystems. Growing Hope Globally previously supported the Uganda Mt. Elgon program and is currently supporting the Uganda Rwenzori program in partnership with Mountain Harvest and Lutheran World Relief. \n  \nPlease RSVP by February 25\, 2025 so that we can plan for your complimentary meal \nPlease RSVP Here\n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/together-in-hope-fort-wayne-in/
LOCATION:Autumn Ridge Golf Course\, 11420 Auburn Road\, Fort Wayne\, IN\, 46845\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241026T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20240923T171112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T140731Z
UID:4648-1729938600-1729956600@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Sharing the Harvest Apple Packing Day  - Yakima\, WA
DESCRIPTION:On Packing Day\, you can have a hands-on global mission experience without having to leave Washington State. Connect with those from your own church and others\, not to mention a fantastic BBQ lunch\, cider pressing and activities for kids. Please note that while children are welcome (and encouraged)\, NO childcare will be provided! Parent-supervised activities are available for kids of all ages to enjoy. \nWe hope you can make it as your participation in this event helps us get all our apples bagged and individuals are able to transport their apples back to their church to fulfill apple orders. \nRSVP to fruit@sharing-the-harvest.com \n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/sharing-the-harvest-apple-packing-day-yakima-wa/
LOCATION:Wiley Heights Covenant Church\, 12504 Gilbert Rd.\, Yakima\, WA\, 98903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Harvest Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20240926T134819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T192225Z
UID:4649-1729333800-1729348200@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Harvest Celebration in Sandwich\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a harvest celebration at the Sandwich Fairgrounds!  No admission charge. The public is welcome! The event will feature a worship service\, lunch\, fellowship\, horse drawn wagon rides\, apple cider pressing\, sheep shearing\, a variety of children’s crafts and our famous pie auction. \n10:30  Worship and Celebrating of 25 years of Growing Hope Globally \n11:30-1:00 Lunch will be served and a freewill offering will be accepted \n1:30 Participate in our famous pie auction and support overseas programs in a delicious way! \nThis harvest celebration is hosted by the Somonauk\, Earlville\, Ottawa/Barrington and Mazon/Western Springs Growing Projects. This group is exploring alternate fundraising opportunities in the future\, so this will be the final harvest celebration event. You won’t want to miss it!
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/harvest-celebration-in-sandwich-il/
LOCATION:Sandwich Fairgrounds\, 1401 Suydam Rd.\, Sandwich\, IL\, 60548\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Event,Harvest Celebration,Regional Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240804
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20240401T183602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T145338Z
UID:4470-1722556800-1722729599@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Summer Celebration 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Northeast Iowa as we celebrate 25 years of growing lasting solutions to hunger! \nFriday\, August 2 \n3:00 PM \nTour of Northeast Iowa Dairy & Agricultural Center \n1527 IA-150\, Calmar\, IA 52132 \n$5 Admission fee paid directly to NIDAC\, cash strongly preferred. \n6:00-9:00 PM \nSummer Celebration Dinner & Auction \nWinneshiek County Fairgrounds\, 900 E Main St\, Decorah\, IA 52101 \nJoin us for dinner\, including the local Growing Project’s famous pork chops and other delicious items. Enjoy a fun evening with bluegrass music\, fellowship and an auction. \nSaturday\, August 3 \n9:00 AM- 3:00 PM \nSummer Celebration \nZion United Church of Christ\,113 1st St NE\, Waukon\, IA 52172 \nJoin us in Waukon for a Celebration of 25 years of growing lasting solutions to hunger. Hear from our global partners and our local growing projects. Lunch will be included. \nREGISTER NOW\nAccommodations \nFairfield Marriott\, 2041 State Highway 9 Decorah\, IA 52101 \nWe have reserved a block of rooms at the Fairfield Marriott at the special rate of $124 on Wednesday and Thursday and $179/199 on Friday and Saturday. This rate is only available through June 18.  To book\, call  (563)382-8800 and mention Growing Hope Globally or make your reservation online.  Please note that prices may not reflect the lower rate upon booking\, but will be adjusted after June 18th. \n  \nWe are grateful for our sponsors! \n \n  \nCUSB Bank\, Ridgeway \nLuana Savings Bank\, Ossian \nViking State Bank\, Decorah \n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/summer-celebration-2024/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Summer Celebration
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20240429T203228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174821Z
UID:4531-1719014400-1719187199@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Paddle For A Purpose - Charity Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join the Somonauk\, IL Growing Project for the Paddle For A Purpose Pickleball Tournament.  All proceeds will benefit Growing Hope Globally. \nRegister for bracket play on Saturday\, June 22 in Lake Holiday\, Plano\, Sandwich or Somonauk\, IL.  The top 4 teams from each location will advance to the championship bracket in Somonauk on Sunday\, June 23. \nRegister Now  or scan the QR code  \nThe event is being held in partnership with the Sandwich Park District\, the Village of Somonauk  and the Fox Valley Family YMCA.  If you have questions or are interested in becoming a sponsor\, email tjlundeen@gmail.com
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/paddle-for-a-purpose-charity-pickleball-tournament/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240322
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20240125T194850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T194958Z
UID:4434-1710979200-1711065599@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Update From The Field: Mexico
DESCRIPTION:6:30 PM Central / 7:30 PM Eastern \nHear about the impact of the Mexico Chiapas Ocosingo program implemented by Mennonite Central Committee. Regional Director Kaylyn Morse and fellow travelers will share what they saw and experienced during their February learning visit. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/update-from-the-field-mexico/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240308
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20240125T192247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T193330Z
UID:4431-1709769600-1709855999@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Update From The Field: Cambodia
DESCRIPTION:6:30 Central / 7:30 Eastern \nHear about the impact of the Cambodia Mondulkiri and Tbong Khmum programs implemented by World Hope International and the Cambodia South program implemented by World Renew. Regional Directors Rachel Conley and Curtis Veiock and fellow travelers will share what they saw and experienced during their February learning visit. \nRegister Now\n  \n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/update-from-the-field-cambodia/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240222T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230213T191119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T140954Z
UID:4073-1708626600-1708630200@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Planting New Ideas For Your Growing Project
DESCRIPTION:6:30 PM Central / 7:30 PM Eastern\nJoin us for a Zoom presentation and conversation to learn from some of our fellow Growing Project leaders.  We hope you will come away with practical ideas to grow\, enrich and inspire your Growing Project this spring and beyond. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/planting-new-ideas-for-your-growing-project/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231109
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230823T164506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T154853Z
UID:4268-1699401600-1699487999@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Leverage Your Local Growing Project for Mission and Ministry: A Webinar for Pastors
DESCRIPTION:12 PM Central/1 PM Eastern\nEncourage your congregation to use the resources God has given them to make a global difference. Learn how you can get more engaged in your local Growing Project. Explore the resources available to your congregation\, including travel opportunities. Hear from other pastors about how they’ve been able to leverage their local Growing Projects for mission and ministry.  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/leverage-your-local-growing-project-for-mission-and-ministry-a-webinar-for-pastors/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230920T205132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T205551Z
UID:4300-1698498000-1698498000@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Midland VA Field of Boaz Growing Project - Midland Church of the Brethren Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:Midland COB Pavilion\, 10434 Old Carolina Rd\, Midland\, VA 22728 \nField of Boaz Thanksgiving Program begins at 1:00 PM \nFeaturing apple dumplings\, apple butter stirring\, harvest games\, food trucks\, homemade apple cakes and apple pies for sale as a Field of Boaz Fundraiser.
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/midland-va-field-of-boaz-growing-project-midland-church-of-the-brethren-apple-festival/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Harvest Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230921T212753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T212859Z
UID:4311-1698490800-1698490800@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Sharing the Harvest Packing Day - Yakima WA
DESCRIPTION:Wiley Heights Covenant Church\, 12504 Gilbert Rd Yakima\, WA 98903 \nJoin in for a family-friendly activity with lunch\, cider pressing\, kids activities and apple packing! If you plan on joining\, and have not been a part of the participating churches\, please RSVP at fruit@sharing-the-harvest.com
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/sharing-the-harvest-packing-day-yakima-wa/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Harvest Celebration
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230831T173157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T154810Z
UID:4277-1698105600-1698191999@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Updates From the Field: East Africa
DESCRIPTION:6:00 PM Central/ 7:00 PM Eastern\nHear about the impact Growing Hope Globally funded programs are making in Kenya and Uganda. Eric Mattson recently visited several current and past programs in the region and will be sharing highlights and stories from his trip. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/updates-from-the-field-east-africa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230920T210651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T210651Z
UID:4302-1697886000-1697900400@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Northern IL Harvest Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Sandwich IL Fairgrounds\, 15730 Pratt Rd\, Sandwich\, IL 60548 \nJoin the Somonauk\, Earlville\, Ottawa/Barrington and Mazon/Western Springs Growing Projects in Celebrating the Harvest! \nBeginning with a worship service at 11:00 AM. There will be food and lots of activities for the whole family. The famous pie auction begins at 2:00 PM.  You won’t want to miss it!
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/northern-il-harvest-celebration/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Harvest Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230921T152232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T152323Z
UID:4304-1697882400-1697882400@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Ashley IN Harvest Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Pleasant Chapel Church of the Brethren\, 1993 County Road 8\, Ashley\, IN \nWe’d love to have you join us for the Ashley Harvest Celebration! We’ll offer horse & wagon rides\, a petting zoo\, an antique farm equipment display and trunk or treating.  For those who would like to wear a costume for trunk or treating\, we welcome and encourage that! \nLunch will be served at noon.  Soups\, salads & desserts will be provided by our partner churches (Pleasant Chapel Church of the Brethren\, Peace United Church of Christ\, & Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ) There will be a container for offerings\, if anyone would like to give to Growing Hope Globally.\nCars can be decorated & treats passed out to our trunk or treaters after lunch. That will conclude our time together. \n 
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/ashley-in-harvest-celebration-2/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Harvest Celebration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230920T204423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T204716Z
UID:4298-1696780800-1696788000@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Hartsburg-Columbia MO Growing Project - Celebrating 20 Years!
DESCRIPTION:Lamb Shelter\, Cosmo Park\, 1615 Bus Loop 70W\, Columbia \nFeaturing music by The Copper Creek Band (classic rock & country)\, dinner with free-will offering\, quilt raffle tickets & drawing\, guests from the Tanzania Arusha program \nRSVP to Karon Speckman at speckmank@gmail.com or sign-up at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church or call the church at 573-449-5674
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/hartsburg-columbia-growing-project-celebrating-20-years/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Harvest Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231008T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231008T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T111126
CREATED:20230925T144811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T144858Z
UID:4313-1696775400-1696775400@www.growinghopeglobally.org
SUMMARY:Field of Hope Growing Project Myersville\, MD - Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Growing Project Farm\, 11720 Wolfsville Road\, Myersville\, MD 21773 \nPlease join in the fun as we gather to celebrate and thank God for another bountiful harvest. \nService of Thanksgiving @ 3:00 PM\, Cake Auction\, American and Tanzanian Foods\, Scarecrow Workshop\, Games\, Hayride (leaves promptly at 2:30)
URL:https://www.growinghopeglobally.org/event/field-of-hope-growing-project-myersville-md-harvest-festival/
CATEGORIES:General Event,Harvest Celebration
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