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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T173000
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SUMMARY:Home Again Foundation 7th Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun celebration to hear about what has happened in the past seven years and ALL the amazing things we have planned! \n*Tickets are ONLY $20 \n*BBQ from Tickle My Ribs in Indian Trail \n*Cash Bar \n*Live Entertainment \n*Photo Booth \n*Raffles \nA BIG special thank you to our sponsors: Levine Senior Center\, Tickle My Ribs-Indian Trail Location\, Castaway & Company\, and Eventfully Yours!
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/home-again-foundation-7th-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Levine Senior Center\, 1050 Devore Ln\, Matthews\, NC\, 28105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
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SUMMARY:Fort Mill Pastoral Network Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed FORCLT Network. If you are interested in attending this Pastoral Network Gathering\, please contact FORCLT HERE. \nFort Mill Pastoral Network meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/fort-mill-pastoral-network-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
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SUMMARY:Lake Norman Pastoral Network
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed FORCLT Network. If you are interested in attending this Pastoral Network Gathering\, please contact FORCLT HERE. \nLake Norman Pastoral Network meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/lake-norman-pastoral-network/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250605T185029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T185201Z
UID:4963-1750075200-1750078800@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Pastoral Network Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed FORCLT Network. If you are interested in attending this Pastoral Network Gathering\, please contact FORCLT HERE. \nSouthwest Pastoral Network meets on the 3rd Monday of every month.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/southwest-pastoral-network-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
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SUMMARY:Smart Start | Lunch & Learn: REST - The Other Four-Letter Word!
DESCRIPTION:Smart Start of Mecklenburg County Presents: \nIn today’s hustle-driven culture\, rest can feel like something we have to earn–or worse\, something to be ashamed of. But what if rest isn’t the enemy of productivity\, but the foundation of it? This session invites you to take a fresh look at rest: why we avoid it\, what it really means\, and how it can actually help us perform better\, think more clearly\, and feel more grounded. \nWhen: 6/9/2025 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \n\nWhere: Virtual Meeting – Meeting link is provided after registering.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/smart-start-lunch-learn-rest-the-other-four-letter-word/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250515T021135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T021135Z
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SUMMARY:Good News: A Redemptive Work Production
DESCRIPTION:“Good News: A Redemptive Work” is a powerful and transformative theatrical experience that blends storytelling\, music\, and faith to explore redemption\, grace\, and the unrelenting love of God. Created by acclaimed storyteller\, writer\, and performer Mia Love Live\, this production is a testament to the beauty of second chances and divine purpose. Mia’s vision for Good News is to be a work that speaks to the heart\, ignites hope\, and inspires audiences to see God’s hand in their own stories.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/good-news-a-redemptive-work-production/
LOCATION:Stage Door Theater at Blumenthal Arts Center\, 155 North College Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T210000
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SUMMARY:The Church Comedy Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Church Comedy Tour will be coming to Kannapolis on June 6th! \nVolunteers are needed and will be walking through the aisles during intermission and after the show\, handing out Child Sponsorship packets to people who want to sponsor a child. \n*Age Requirement: 18+ (14-17 year olds can serve with adults!) \n  \nTo buy tickets to the show\, click HERE. \nTo volunteer\, click HERE.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/the-church-comedy-tour/
LOCATION:Kannapolis Church of God\, 2211 W A St\, Kannapolis\, NC\, 28081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250602T185537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T185648Z
UID:4893-1749204000-1749218400@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Welcome To Charlotte Event - International House
DESCRIPTION:This orientation is to help newcomers find resources\, make connections\, and integrate themselves into the Charlotte community. \nLearn about the many different resources available in Charlotte for \n\nHealth\nHousing\nEducation\nFood\nChildcare\nand more!\n\nREGISTRATION LINK HERE
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/welcome-to-charlotte-event-international-house/
LOCATION:International House 1611 E. 7th St. Charlotte\, NC 28204\, 1611 E. 7th St.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="International House":MAILTO:cmwangaza@ihclt.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T090000
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UID:4960-1749109500-1749114000@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:East Pastoral Network Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed FORCLT Network. If you are interested in attending this Pastoral Network Gathering\, please contact FORCLT HERE. \nEast PN meets on the Thursday of the 2nd week of the month.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/east-pastoral-network-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T184500
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SUMMARY:Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel | Gallery Opening and Film Premiere
DESCRIPTION:  \nView a unique collection of William Schickel’s visual art and a premiere of Quest for Beauty\, a film documentary on Schickel’s life and career\, exploring the challenges he faced\, his vision for the church\, and his heart for unity in the body of Christ. Following the film\, enjoy a panel discussion and dialogue with Winfield Bevins\, Joe Schickel\, and Nathan Smith. \nDiscounted copies will available for purchase of Gregory Wolfe’s phenomenal book Sacred Passion: The Art of William Schickel (University of Notre Dame Press\, 2010). \nYou can view the trailer\, HERE. \nIf you have any questions\, email Wes VanderLugt at wvanderlugt@gordonconwell.edu.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/quest-for-beauty-the-life-and-art-of-william-schickel-gallery-opening-and-film-premiere/
LOCATION:Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary\, 14542 Choate Cir\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T140000
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CREATED:20250422T025235Z
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UID:4653-1747728000-1747836000@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Cypress Project Workshop | Greater Charlotte Church Planting Network (GCCPN)
DESCRIPTION:Greater Charlotte Church Planting Network is putting on a Church Leader Workshop. This workshop will help your team look beyond the latest program to focus on establishing strong missional DNA in your church. Hosted by some of our partner churches in the Carolinas\, and led by Cypress alumni\, you’ll be learning directly from seasoned church leaders who live out the “every man\, woman\, and child” vision. We’ll explore foundational elements of Cypress to cultivate and contextualize the principles that will help your church make and mobilize missionary disciples. \n  \nDates & Times: May 20th & 21st | 8am-2pm \nLocation: TBD \nRegister HERE. \n*Lunch is provided
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/greater-charlotte-church-planting-network-cypress-project-workshop/
LOCATION:TBD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250422T023228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T021421Z
UID:4649-1747310400-1747315800@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Better Marriage Quarterly Gathering | May
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our next Charlotte Marriages luncheon on Thursday\, May 15th from 12-1:30 at Good Shepherd Church 13110 Moss Road Charlotte\, NC 28273. \nCheck out this VIDEO to learn more!
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/better-marriage-quarterly-gathering/
LOCATION:Good Shepherd Church\, 13110 Moss Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28273\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="For Charlotte | FORCLT":MAILTO:info@forcharlotte.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250410T195728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T005740Z
UID:4577-1747212300-1747224000@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Mission Charlotte | Staff Leadership Workshop | May 14
DESCRIPTION:Our churches and nonprofits need great leadership. But what does it take\, and how do you stay healthy while doing the job? \nJoin us! \nAn investment in leadership is an investment in all whom you serve!
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/mission-charlotte-staff-leadership-may-14/
LOCATION:Elevation Church – Blakeney\, 8835 Blakeney Professional Dr.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28277\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mission Charlotte":MAILTO:admin@missioncharlotte.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250417T034905Z
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UID:4635-1747094400-1747353599@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:The Purpose Summit
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Purpose Summit is an annual global gathering of purpose-driven organizations\, business leaders\, nonprofit leaders\, and thought leaders\, who are solving the world’s greatest problems and championing business as a force for good. \nYou’ll be able to refocus and reignite your purpose\, create high performing purpose-driven teams\, and build relationships to advance your mission and impact.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/the-purpose-summit/
LOCATION:Sheraton Charlotte & Le Meridien Hotel Complex\, 555 South McDowell St.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T113000
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SUMMARY:Regional Prayer Gatherings | May
DESCRIPTION:FORCLT is committed to mobilizing the Church to pray for the pastors\, churches\, and needs in Greater Charlotte. To that end\, FORCLT will host or partner with other agencies to host free to attend prayer gatherings for the city. Prayer leaders will gather every other month for a time of connection\, collaboration\, and prayer. Below are the locations of the different regional gatherings. All regions will be on May 10th from 10-11:30am. \n  \nNortheast Regional Prayer Gathering:  \nStoneBridge Church Community – 3700 Prosperity Church Rd.\, Charlotte\, NC 28269 \nNorthwest Regional Prayer Gathering: \nReeder Memorial Baptist Church – 3725 Beatties Ford Rd.\, Charlotte\, NC 28216 \nSoutheast Regional Prayer Gathering: \nCarmel Baptist Church – 1145 Pineville-Matthews Rd.\, Matthews\, NC 28105 \nSouthwest Regional Prayer Gathering: \nDavis Ministry Group – 756 Tyvola Rd.\, Suite 744\, Charlotte\, NC 28217 \n(located in the Arcade Square/Highland Park Commerce Center)
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/regional-prayer-gatherings/
LOCATION:Regional Locations
ORGANIZER;CN="For Charlotte | FORCLT":MAILTO:info@forcharlotte.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250417T022017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T022017Z
UID:4604-1746716400-1746725400@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:City of Charlotte Faith in Housing Mixer
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis event is designed specifically for faith communities who have expressed interest in providing affordable housing. This is a unique opportunity to explore community housing needs\, learn about potential partnerships\, and connect directly with nonprofits actively utilizing affordable housing solutions. Expect engaging conversations\, valuable insights\, and opportunities to build meaningful relationships. Whether your faith community is just beginning to consider housing opportunities or looking to deepen existing partnerships\, this mixer provides an ideal environment to exchange ideas and collaborate effectively. \n  \nTo learn more about the Faith in Housing program\, click here. If you have questions\,  or experience issues registering\, please email Jessika McNeill at jessika.mcneill@charlottenc.gov or call 980-467-4315.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/city-of-charlotte-faith-in-housing-mixer/
LOCATION:The Ruth\, 2122 Thrift Rd C\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28208\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250410T193158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T005649Z
UID:4570-1746607500-1746619200@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Mission Charlotte | Staff Leadership Workshop | May 7
DESCRIPTION:Our churches and nonprofits need great leadership. But what does it take\, and how do you stay healthy while doing the job? \nJoin us! \nAn investment in leadership is an investment in all whom you serve!
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/mission-charlotte-staff-leadership-workshop/
LOCATION:Ascend Nonprofit Solutions\, 601 E 5th St # 510\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mission Charlotte":MAILTO:admin@missioncharlotte.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250408T171354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T200409Z
UID:4530-1746093600-1746099000@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:National Day of Prayer (NDOP)
DESCRIPTION:For this year’s National Day of Prayer\, the FORCLT network is excited to gather with Pastors\, Church Staff\, Prayer Leaders\, and People of Prayer from across the Greater Charlotte region to unite in prayer for our city\, state\, and nation. This event joins in with the national movement of prayer that takes place annually on the first Thursday of May through the efforts of https://www.nationaldayofprayer.org/ \nThe prayer theme for 2025: POUR OUT TO THE GOD OF HOPE AND BE FILLED \n\n“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing\, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 \n\nAdditional information and promotional materials can be found on the Prayer Gatherings page of our website.
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/national-day-of-prayer-ndop/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Charlotte\, 301 S. Davidson St.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202
ORGANIZER;CN="For Charlotte | FORCLT":MAILTO:info@forcharlotte.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250411T181546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T181546Z
UID:4596-1745659800-1745670600@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:United Praying Women
DESCRIPTION:Barbara L. Peacock Ministries presents a call to prayer and action where women from all walks of life by creating a safe space for women of all walks of life to come experience the freedom and power of God. Together we will pray\, worship\, and uplift one another. \nThis gathering will be held at the beautiful headquarters of Inspiration Ministries in Indian Land\, SC. in Indian Land\, SC. A continental breakfast will be served and attire is business casual. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other women and strengthen your spiritual journey. Mark your calendars and be part of this incredible experience!
URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/united-praying-women/
LOCATION:Inspiration Ministries CrossRidge\, 2001 Parkway Drive\, Indian Land\, South Carolina\, 29707\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T012535
CREATED:20250408T171121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T044715Z
UID:4527-1745402400-1745407800@forcharlotte.org
SUMMARY:State of Disability Awareness Event
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URL:https://forcharlotte.org/event/state-of-disability-awareness-event/
LOCATION:Forest Hill Church\, 7224 Park Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28210
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