Making decisions as a leader can be complex, requiring more than just logic—we can engage our whole selves.

We will explore how the wisdom of the head, heart, and body can guide our decision-making process. We will reflect on past decisions and discover methods for using our full selves—our head, heart and body —to make choices that align with our individual values and vision, as well as those of the organizations or groups we serve.

Join us for a time of reflection, growth, and practical tools to enhance your leadership journey.

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Stress and conflict are inevitable parts of leadership, but they don’t have to be overwhelming.

This workshop will use the Enneagram to help church leaders understand their unique triggers, strengths, and areas for growth. We will explore how each type approaches conflict, offer key tips for preventing and de-escalating tensions, and addressing conflict in a constructive way. With a focus on shared language and practical strategies, this session equips you to navigate challenging situations with greater clarity and compassion.

If you are seeking effective solutions for managing conflict, join us for this transformative experience.

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Join us for ‘Effective Meetings,’ a dynamic online session in our Leadership Formation series!

Discover how your Enneagram type influences your ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in meetings. We’ll explore each type’s unique strengths, potential challenges, and growth areas in group settings, equipping you with insights to enhance team harmony and productivity. Whether you’re a leader or a team member, learn how to bring your best self to the table and help others do the same. Embrace practical tools for impactful and inclusive meetings—perfect for Enneagram enthusiasts and leadership seekers alike!”

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Join us for ‘Effective Feedback,’ a practical online session in our Leadership Formation series tailored for pastors and church leaders!

Learn how your Enneagram type shapes the way you give and receive feedback, with actionable tips to guide meaningful, growth-oriented conversations. Discover what to embrace, avoid, and manage in yourself to foster constructive feedback, and gain a 3-step process for adapting feedback to resonate with each type. Strengthen your ministry relationships with tools to nurture trust and understanding across your team!”

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Struggling to build trust with a colleague, team or group? Join us for ‘Building Trust,’ designed to help leaders understand how each Enneagram type strengthens—or detracts from—trust in relationships.

Discover unique trust-building insights, learning how each type shows up in connection, what builds or erodes trust, and how to foster a culture of mutual respect. Gain practical tools to nurture deeper, trust-filled relationships that empower your team and enhance ministry impact.

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Lectio Divina — a spiritual practice of reading sacred text.

Drop in every Tuesday at 9 am Pacific, 11 Central, 12 noon eastern timezone.

Looking for a way to engage with Scripture that may help deepen your preaching practice and/or spiritual life? Join us for a practice of listening to scripture, in community.

We will use the scripture from the coming week’s lectionary. This will be a spiritual practice of reading, reflecting, responding and resting in the Word. This is a great tool if you are preparing a sermon. If you are a lay person, you are invited to engage and participate! All are welcome.

Pre registration is required for the zoom link — please click here to be added to our weekly email reminder list.

Join us at Spirit in the Desert, in Carefree, AZ – January 6-10, 2025. 

Congregational leadership training at the highest level from a trusted source. 

Join us for a transformative weeklong continuing education event designed specifically for pastors, deacons, and church leaders. This program provides a dedicated space to delve into leadership and various aspects of congregational life or whatever your ministry context may be.

Hosted by Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary’s Thriving Leadership Formation Program, Executive Skills for Church Leaders brings together expert faculty and church leaders. Throughout the week, the expertise of the expertise of the faculty, combined with the wisdom and experiences of the participants, will create space for valuable tools to emerge in navigating the complexities of congregational life and ministry.

Spend a beautiful week with us in the Arizona desert in January fine-tuning your bold, brave leadership skills!