Latest Updates
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2023-2024 Youth Leadership Application Now Open
Applications are open for all youth leadership positions for the upcoming year. The election and selection process will take place at Breakaway (June 26-July 1) Elections will be held for 11 positions (5 officers, 2 Freshman Representatives, and 4 Junior High Representatives). Youth can also apply to serve on the Conference Youth Committee (CYC). The… Continue Reading→
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An Encouragement for June
When I was invited to submit an Encouragement for this newsletter, my first thought was to bring in a lesson from my Duke Divinity summer class on death, dying, and bereavement. That’s encouraging, right? The professor started out by asking us to re-think what it means to journey through grief. Continue Reading→
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Have you ever considered certified lay ministry?
Are you looking for a way to deepen your commitment to Christ and turn your calling into actionable ministry? Certified lay ministers (CLMs) are laity who have answered God’s call on their life through a concrete and long-term commitment to the local church. Some CLMs serve as lay pastors of congregations. Others engage in specific ministry… Continue Reading→
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Is Fellows right for you?
Thinking about the Leadership Fellows program? Hear what our most recent cohort said about their experience in the program… “I am a better pastor as a result of Leadership Fellows.” “Ministry can easily become isolating. It’s so nice to have gained so many friends.” “Fellows allowed for me to think deeply about the theology and… Continue Reading→
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Safe Sanctuaries Basics & Best Practices Workshop
The NC Conference Safe Sanctuaries Team, in partnership with the Center for Leadership Excellence, will offer a workshop is designed for those who need a refresher on basics and best practices and/or for those who are new to their local church’s Safe Sanctuaries team. Safe Sanctuaries Basics & Best PracticesWednesday, July 19, 10am–1pm (lunch included)St.… Continue Reading→
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Last Month in the NC Conference: May 2023
Here’s an overview of NC Conference events and updates from the month of May. NC Conference Annual Conference Center for Leadership Excellence Christian Formation Media Center Office of Clergy Life Outreach Ministry Treasurer’s Office Continue Reading→