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
Rev. Dr. Michael Berg
In this session we will refresh our understanding of two-kingdom theology and discuss practical ways to speak ...
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
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?
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
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
Rev. Don Patterson
This session will explore the biblical foundation for resilience in ministry, especially as it relates to the church ...
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 ...

