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Webinars

Learn more about new and existing resources by participating in a webinar! These informational online seminars are free to attend, and are an excellent way to learn more about the various resources and how they can enhance your ministry. Explore the webinar options below and sign up today!

After selecting a webinar date and time, you will be redirected to our webinar technical provider to register for the event.


Intergenerational Faith Formation for All Ages: An Introduction to Akaloo

Have you been wanting to bring the various generations of your congregation closer together? Are you looking to engage adults, children and youth in ways that foster meaningful discipleship? If so, Akaloo might be just what you need. This online seminar outlines the basic philosophy and approach of Akaloo and will provide a short tour through this web-based curriculum. Learn how the age-appropriate content, online learner sites, intergenerational activities, and more can make a powerful impact on the faith journey of those in your own congregation.

Date & Time Title
Visit the official Akaloo Web site!
Sept. 18: 2:30 pm CST Akaloo Intergenerational Webinar with Kirsten Patterson and Lori Nicol

You Can Become an Akaloo Guru: Akaloo Website Navigation Training

If you are just beginning your Akaloo Journey, or if you're already off and running with the program — don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how YOU can be an Akaloo Guru! At the end of this webinar, you will be able to navigate confidently, effectively and efficiently through the Akaloo experience. Following this webinar, you'll then be able to fully realize all the Fun, Interactivity and Creativity Akaloo has to Offer! Akaloo, Now Made EASY!

Date & Time Title
Visit the official Akaloo Web site!
September 9: 10:00 am CST Akaloo 101: Teacher Training
September 9: 8:00 pm CST Akaloo 101: Teacher Training
September 15: 10:30 am CST Akaloo 101: Training for Administrators
September 15: 3:30 pm CST Akaloo 101: Training for Administrators

New and Upcoming Book of Faith Resources

Are you looking to get started with the ELCA's Book of Faith Initiative? If so, you will want to learn about the newest products and resources that will help support Book of Faith in your own congregation. Find out the latest information about upcoming courses, Bibles, devotional resources, and more that will make your congregation's Book of Faith experience more effective.

Date & Time Title
Visit the official Book of Faith Web site!
Oct. 23: 10:30 am CST Book of Faith Resources and Tools with Kirsten Patterson and Lori Nicol
Oct. 23: 2:30 pm CST Book of Faith Resources and Tools with Kirsten Patterson and Lori Nicol

Confirmation Made Easy: Here We Stand

Learn how Here We Stand has made confirmation planning easier than ever! Participants to this online seminar will receive a tour of this dynamic web-based tool and will explore the wide variety and depth of content available. Explore the possibilities and gather ideas for use in your own confirmation program!


Engaging Youth: The Here We Stand Student Site

Explore the capabilities of the Here We Stand Student Site in this online seminar. Learn how this product fosters a church/home connection by encouraging confirmands to use this web-based resource on their own.

Date & Time Title
Visit the official Here We Stand Web site!
Sept. 4: 10:00 am CST Here We Stand Student Site Webinar with Lori Nicol
Sept. 4: 5:00 pm CST Here We Stand Student Site Webinar with Lori Nicol

Finding the Right Sunday School Curriculum

What is the right Sunday School curriculum for you? Well, that depends! Because every congregation is unique, faith formation is never "one size fits all." Participants in this webinar will learn what factors to consider when choosing a curriculum, and will see how those factors inform what (or what not) to use. Participants will be given an overview of the various programs offered by Augsburg Fortress and, through question-and-answer with our congregational consultants, will find out which one is the best fit.

Date & Time
Check out our Sunday school options!
Coming Soon! Questions? E-mail webinars@augsburgfortress.org

Discovery Canyon: Vacation Bible School 2009

Join us for a sneak peek of Augsburg Fortress' VBS 09 program, Discovery Canyon! This online event will take a look at the featured Bible stories, various activity centers, fantastic decorating ideas, and more! Also included will be tips on how to repurpose this year's Rainforest Adventure decorations for Discovery Canyon!

Date & Time Title
Visit the official Vacation Bible School Web site!
September 23: 1:00 pm CST Sneak Peek at VBS 2009 Webinar with Kay Neubauer and Joann Kildow
September 23: 6:00 pm CST Sneak Peek at VBS 2009 Webinar with Kay Neubauer and Joann Kildow
October 8: 1:00 pm CST Sneak Peek at VBS 2009 Webinar with Kay Neubauer and Joann Kildow
October 8: 4:00 pm CST Sneak Peek at VBS 2009 Webinar with Kay Neubauer and Joann Kildow
November 20: 4:00 pm CST Sneak Peek at VBS 2009 Webinar with Kay Neubauer and Joann Kildow
November 20: 8:00 pm CST Sneak Peek at VBS 2009 Webinar with Kay Neubauer and Joann Kildow

Augsburg Fortress Webinars are free and open to congregational leaders and denominationally recognized organizations. Publishers and their agents are excluded.