17. FEEDBACK AND THE PULPIT: Turning Polite Praise into Meaningful Insights

17. FEEDBACK AND THE PULPIT: Turning Polite Praise into Meaningful Insights

Rev. Michael Schultz

This breakout will explore how pastors and congregations can move beyond surface-level comments toward honest conversations that strengthen ...
45. POLITICS IN THE PEWS: Living in Two Kingdoms

45. POLITICS IN THE PEWS: Living in Two Kingdoms

Rev. Dr. Michael Berg

In this session we will refresh our understanding of two-kingdom theology and discuss practical ways to speak ...
Rev. Mark Gabb & Sean Young

07. CLARIFYING CLERGY AND LAY ROLES: Leading Together in the Life of the Church

Rev. Mark Gabb & Sean Young

Participants will learn how to develop a culture of collaboration, maintain pastoral focus on the ...
65. WIRED DIFFERENTLY: Understanding Personalities to Strengthen Ministry Teams

65. WIRED DIFFERENTLY: Understanding Personalities to Strengthen Ministry Teams

Marilyn Sievert

Attendees will learn how to adapt, communicate, and collaborate more effectively across personality lines ...
18. THE FOCUS TAX: How Much Are You Paying?

18. THE FOCUS TAX: How Much Are You Paying?

Kurt Nitz

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply want to work more intentionally, this breakout will give you practical tools to ...
13. THE EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT LEADER: Managing Yourself to Lead Others

13. THE EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT LEADER: Managing Yourself to Lead Others

Dr. Karen Fischer

This session explores how leaders can grow in emotional self-awareness, empathy, and self-regulation in order to lead others ...
64. THE WEIGHT AND THE WONDER: Dealing with Guilt in Ministry

64. THE WEIGHT AND THE WONDER: Dealing with Guilt in Ministry

Rev. Don Patterson

This session will explore the biblical foundation for resilience in ministry, especially as it relates to the church ...
Rev. David Scharf & Rev. Jonathan Bauer

32. HOPE FOR THE CHALLENGED CHURCH: Diagnosing Decline and Charting a Path Forward

Rev. David Scharf & Rev. Jonathan Bauer

If your congregation is feeling stuck, this session will offer a clear-eyed path forward—one ...
49. PROBLEM-SOLVING AS CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP: Balancing Faith, Wisdom, and Action

49. PROBLEM-SOLVING AS CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP: Balancing Faith, Wisdom, and Action

Brent Nemmers

Participants will learn practical ways to identify issues, weigh options, navigate difficult conversations, and build consensus for lasting solutions ...