27. FROM TALK TO TRACTION: Making All Ministry Teams More Effective

27. FROM TALK TO TRACTION: Making All Ministry Teams More Effective

Dr. Todd Russ

Participants will learn how to design efficient, purpose-driven meetings that end with clear, actionable outcomes ...
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 ...
Dr. Ryan Olsen

CHARACTER FORMATION AS CULTURAL STRATEGY

Dr. Ryan Olson

This keynote will draw on historical and cultural lessons—from the early church to the Reformation to today—while also ...
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 ...
56. SERVANT LEADERS: Young Adults Modeling Christ’s Way

56. SERVANT LEADERS: Young Adults Modeling Christ’s Way

Jeremy Bock

This session features a panel of young adults who will share personal experiences of what it means to live ...
09. COMMUNICATING YOUR MISSION WITH CLARITY: Branding, Messaging, and Community Connection

09. COMMUNICATING YOUR MISSION WITH CLARITY: Branding, Messaging, and Community Connection

Dr. Jeff Lemke

This session helps congregations, schools, and Christian organizations define and communicate their identity in Christ with purpose and ...
04. THE BUDGET IS THE PLAN: Aligning Strategy, Spending, and Stewardship

04. THE BUDGET IS THE PLAN: Aligning Strategy, Spending, and Stewardship

Janet J. Egan, CPA

This session will help attendees see their budget not merely as a spreadsheet but as a strategic ...
29. THE GRACE TO LEAD CHANGE WELL: Navigating Transition Without Losing Mission or People

29. THE GRACE TO LEAD CHANGE WELL: Navigating Transition Without Losing Mission or People

Rev. Don Sutton

This session will explore how to overcome resistance, sustain hope, and create cultures where curiosity is encouraged—so teams ...
10. COUNTING WHAT COUNTS: Goals, Metrics, and the Spirit’s Work

10. COUNTING WHAT COUNTS: Goals, Metrics, and the Spirit’s Work

Rev. Carlos Leyrer

When handled with humility, goals and assessments can help ministries stay focused and purposeful—while leaving the results where ...
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 ...
Chip Woods & Rev. Brett Krause

THE LOST HABITS OF LEADERSHIP: Curiosity and Critical Thinking in Ministry

Chip Woods & Rev. Brett Krause

In a world overflowing with opinions and quick fixes, the church needs leaders who think ...