Events and Workshops 2026
Please take a look at the events and workshops that ANE is offering and supporting. If details are available, click the button for more detail or to register.
Virtual Gatherings of Treasurers & Financial Secretaries Network
Wednesday, September 16 & Tuesday, September 22, 7-8pm, Zoom
We are hosting two Inaugural Virtual Gatherings of Atlantic Northeast District Treasurers & Financial Secretaries. Our hope is that this network will become an ongoing resource where those who serve in the financial ministries of our congregations can connect, learn from one another, share ideas, and encourage one another throughout the year.
Registration has closed.
Older Adult Coffee House
Tuesday, October 20; 2-3:30pm, Lancaster COB
You won't want to miss this cozy afternoon filled with coffee, tea, cookies, and music by talented local singer Peggy Keller with friends from all over the ANE District at Lancaster COB! FREE and no registration required. Flyer PNG. Flyer PDF.
District Conference Bible Study
Thursday, September 24, 7:00pm, Online
Please join Nicki Habecker, ordained minister and member of Cornerstone Christian Fellowship COB, for her study on the scripture for this year's District Conference.
Pathways to Peace & Justice (ANE West)
Saturday, October 24, 11am-2pm, Lancaster COB
The Peace and Justice Committee of the Atlantic Northeast District warmly invites you to Pathways to Peace and Justice—a gathering where Church of the Brethren congregations can share ideas and learn from one another's work for peace and justice in the way of Jesus. This first of two regional gatherings for ANE congregations is open to churches in the Western Section of the district. We encourage participants to come ready to share how their congregation is involved in peace and justice work! Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by October 3 with the number of people attending from your congregation.
District Conference Worship
Friday, October 2; 7:00pm
Open to all, no registration needed. Join us at Living Faith (Wyomissing) COB or online for a time of worship and to recognize ministry activity of the year. 2026 ANE Moderator Dave Sollenberger, Mt. Wilson COB, will bring the message. Living Faith pastor Josh Tindall and others will lead music. The offering focus is the Deportation Defense Response Legal and Mutual Aid Fund. Spanish interpretation available for those in attendance. Directions.
District Conference Business Session
Saturday, October 3; Elizabethtown College, The KAV, Brossman Commons, 8:00am - 3:30pm
Registration Required. There is a limit of 200 people in attendance. In-person participation only.
Join us for a day of information, singing, learning, and sharing! In addition to voting on business and hearing updates, you will participate in table discussions regarding ANE Ministries and District leadership opportunities. PPT Slide
Start your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast at 7am and visit with representatives from many organizations affiliated with the Church of the Brethren at our Expo available throughout the day!
In lieu of insight sessions, the afternoon brings an in-depth update on the Deportation Defense Response and congregational sharing from Mountville, Hatfield, and Alpha & Omega. We continue to offer an open microphone question and answer time with District Executive Pete Kontra and Board Chair Jim Grossnickle-Batterton. You may submit your question now, or ahead of time the day of Conference. We will also hear a reflection from 2026 Annual Conference Moderator Don Fitzkee.
Spanish interpretation available.
Directions and Parking:
- Campus Map with Parking; Google Map
- There will be assistance available from the parking lot to the doors for those that need it. Please notify a parking attendant upon arrival.