At the heart of the North Carolina Conference’s vision statement is the core emphasis placed on leadership – the leaders who make a difference in our congregations, on the mission field, and in our communities.
“Effective Leaders and Healthy Congregations Making Disciples for Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World”
NC Conference Vision
In ministry, the effectiveness of the leaders influences congregational health. It makes sense. If the church is managed with clarity of purpose, if conflict is dealt with in healthy ways, if leaders know how to navigate change and transitions, congregations will be prepared to reach out to the community, neighbors, and organizations as Christians.
The Center for Leadership Excellence develops programs, both transformational and catalytic, to equip leaders with practical content, making lasting changes in leadership.
Latest Updates
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Preparing for Racialized Storms
This training equips churches with the knowledge and skills to prepare for and respond to racially charged events that inflict trauma on the social fabric of America. Continue Reading→
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Christian Unity in a World of Disunity
The Center for Leadership Excellence, in partnership with the Christian Unity and Interreligious Relationships Committee, invites you to a webinar, Christian Unity in a World of Disunity, with Jean Hawxhurst. Continue Reading→
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It’s International Women’s Day – Check out these events!
This International Women’s Day, the Center for Leadership Excellence and NC Conference COSROW team invite you to register for three events featuring women presenters and timely content designed to support you in your ministry. Continue Reading→
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String of Prayers: Contemplating Protestant Prayer Beads
Many different traditions have used prayer beads over the millennia, with the Catholic rosary the most well-known in Christian practice. Using a 33 bead model created in the 1980’s, Protestants are exploring and enjoying this means of contemplative prayer. In this webinar, we’ll assemble our own prayer bead strings from kits and spend some time practicing this calming, comforting, affirming prayer practice. Continue Reading→
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The “Yes-And” of Ministry – Leaning into Improv
Join pastor and author MaryAnn McKibben Dana for a spirited exploration of “yes, and…” and other tools for faithful improvisation. We are all improvisers, often without realizing it. The focus of our time together will not be on acting and comedy skills, but on practices for thriving in the midst of chaotic, often unpredictable lives. Come for a… Continue Reading→
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Looking Up: Acknowledging Grief, Embracing Hope
Join author, birder, and pastor Courtney Ellis for an invitation into simple, gentle, creative spiritual practices that can encourage our hearts as we seek to live with open hands. Whether you’re holding the weight of grief, seeking to lead well through uncertain days, or just eager for a fresh encounter with the Spirit, Ellis is… Continue Reading→
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Christian Unity in a World of Disunity
This webinar will take a look at why and how we are called to Christian unity and to interreligious hospitality, and it will give some practical guidelines and suggestions for how to live that out in the life of a local congregation Continue Reading→