The Center for Congregational Health

Join us for a conversation about coaching and coach training. In this conversation we will answer your questions, as well as explore the benefits of using coaching skills in everyday life and work. Coach training can benefit all who are interested in developing healthier work and personal relationships.

This “taste and see” conversation will be offered on Monday, August 5 at 6:30pm EST and Thursday, August 8 at 12pm EST.

Read more about Summit Coach Training:
https://www.pinnlead.com/summit

Register for our Virtual Workshop on Compassionate Communities led by Rev. Anne Tambling on July 30.

Through this workshop, we will explore our own need for connection and find ways to create compassionate communities of mutual support, both in our own lives and the communities where we serve. Each participant will learn tools to use in their own life as we build a path out of isolation, fear, and scarcity.

"At the Center for Congregational Health, we hope that you are finding ways to safely be present in the places where you are, to replenish and renew and not feel devastated by the heat or the climate in which you live."

Read more from Beth Kennett in the latest blog post:
https://healthychurch.org/2024/07/happenings-at-the-center-for-congregational-health/

Did you know we offer two types consultant training? Check out these key differences in our trainings and consider which may be the best fit for you.

We have upcoming training opportunities in August and October. If you are interested in taking the next step or if you have any questions, register or contact us today!

Last week Beth and Charity travelled to Chicago to meet with our counter parts in the Advocate Health System. It was great to learn about their work within communities as they create networks of churches and nonprofits.

Register today for our Transition Consultant Training this August! Through this training, you will receive the tools and framework to consult congregations through staff transition and the search process.

For more information and registration, visit:
https://healthychurch.org/events-and-training/interim-ministry-transitional-consulting-training/

We enjoyed seeing you at CBF General Assembly! Thank you for visiting with us. Want to know how your church can become a Thriving Congregation? Contact us for a consultation today. We look forward to working together!

Our staff is having a great time at CBF General Assembly, celebrating our shared mission and ministry.

Do you have questions about consultations or coaching? Come see us! The Gathering Place opens at 11:30am on Thursday and Friday.

The Opening Block Party for the Gathering Place (located in the Third Floor Concourse) starts soon! Mention this post when you visit our table during CBF General Assembly for a chance to receive a fun giveaway. We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Visit us in the Gathering Place at General Assembly and enter to win our raffle for one of these valuable opportunities through Center for Congregational Health!

As we are called to minister to and care for those within our ministries and beyond, it is just as important to care for ourselves! Take a moment this week for self-care and receive a Health Screening on Thursday, June 20 any time between 11am-5pm in the Gathering Place.

This is a collaborative offering presented by the Faith Community Ministries of Center for Congregational Health, Atrium and Cone Health.

Your congregation is invited to apply to become part of this grant-funded project! As a participant in our Thriving Congregations grant, you may receive funding to assist your congregation to work with a trained consultant that is focused on creating adaptive capacity while empowering clergy and lay leaders to work together within their faith communities to help them thrive.

If your congregation is ready for clarity around its next steps and you believe would benefit from working with a consultant, apply to be a Thriving Congregation! Questions? Come see us at the Gathering Place during General Assembly!

Join us as Beth Kennett guides us through "RE-newing community: Ministry in the Midst of Political Polarization" during Session 3 of Learning Labs at CBF General Assembly.

This learning lab will provide practical tools for navigating conversations about politics and faith, for exploring and clarifying individual and congregational identity and values, as well as resources for clergy and lay leaders.

Come find us at CBF General Assembly next week and say hi to our team! Follow along on social media or join our email list for more information. We look forward to seeing you there!

Our next virtual workshop is tomorrow, May 21. Sign up today! https://brushfire.com/healthychurch/deinstitutingtheinstitution/576755/details

Have you registered for our next virtual workshop next? Use the QR code to register today.

Are you looking for an interactive workshop you can enjoy and use for moving the needle in your institutions? Register now for our next virtual workshop on May 21. Register using the QR code. Cost is only $25.00 and includes the video to use with your own leadership teams after the call.

We are excited to announce a new training to meet the overwhelming needs of congregations during times of transition. Make plans now to join us in August! Register using the QR code.

Our consultants have already worked with congregations in four states this year. How can we help your congregation?

Join us for our next virtual workshop, May 21.

Register using the QR code.

All registrants will receive the video from the event and will be able to use it the training with their own leadership teams.

Registration deadline for Intentional Interim Training is this Friday, April 26. More information in our weekly newsletter. https://conta.cc/3QclABp

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NEW DATES for Intentional Interim Ministry Training--May 6 - 10, virtual

Interim Ministry and Transitional Consulting Training - Center for Congregational Health (CCH) Interim Ministry and Transitional Consulting Training Mon06May2024Fri10May2024 Intentional Interim Ministry Training - A Virtual Offering9:00am - 4:00pm ETVirtualREGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 26, 2024 This is a virtual course. The course consists of a 5-day classroom experience followed by individual...

It is not too late to sign up! Join us tomorrow or sign up and we will send you the recording. Everyone who registers will receive the recording to view and/or use with your congregation and staff.

This 90-minute workshop will offer the opportunity to learn about resources for clergy and lay leaders as well as to provide practical tools for navigating conversations about politics. It is often thought that conversations about politics should not happen in the context of church. However, being able to have discussions about what is important in the work of communities and government can lead to greater connection and the ability to ask the questions:
How does my faith impact my political thinking?
How does government impact my faith?
How can I be a part of a faith community where we might not all agree about politics?
Is it OK to talk about politics with other people of faith? Is it OK to talk about politics at church? Register for our Upcoming Virtual Workshop Here.
https://brushfire.com/healthychurch/ministryamidpoliticalpolarization/572423

Join us next Tuesday, March 19 from 1:30 to 3:00!

This 90-minute workshop will offer the opportunity to learn about resources for clergy and lay leaders as well as to provide practical tools for navigating conversations about politics. It is often thought that conversations about politics should not happen in the context of church. However, being able to have discussions about what is important in the work of communities and government can lead to greater connection and the ability to ask the questions:
How does my faith impact my political thinking?
How does government impact my faith?
How can I be a part of a faith community where we might not all agree about politics?
Is it OK to talk about politics with other people of faith? Is it OK to talk about politics at church? Register for our Upcoming Virtual Workshop Here.
https://brushfire.com/healthychurch/ministryamidpoliticalpolarization/572423

This 90-minute workshop will offer the opportunity to learn about resources for clergy and lay leaders as well as to provide practical tools for navigating conversations about politics. It is often thought that conversations about politics should not happen in the context of church. However, being able to have discussions about what is important in the work of communities and government can lead to greater connection and the ability to ask the questions:
How does my faith impact my political thinking?
How does government impact my faith?
How can I be a part of a faith community where we might not all agree about politics?
Is it OK to talk about politics with other people of faith? Is it OK to talk about politics at church? Register for our Upcoming Virtual Workshop Here.