COLLABORATIVE CONVERSATIONS
Guided by our mission to “cultivate collaborative ministries that embody God’s love,” our presbytery hosts regular Collaborative Conversations to share resources and build community. Gatherings are hosted on Zoom to allow for participation across all regions. Below you will find links to previous conversations that we hope will be beneficial to your ministry. We hope you can join us!
REGISTER FOR UPCOMING CONVERSATIONS!
TOPIC: “Let There Be Art!” facilitated by Rev. Beth Neel
A presbytery-wide gathering of visual artists. Explore how creativity and faith intersect as artists share their work, inspiration, and stories.
- DATE/TIME: Wednesday, October 1, 7:00pm
- CLICK HERE to register
TOPIC: “Retirement-A Blessing, a Challenge, or Both?” facilitated by Rev. Don Taylor
Whether you’re newly retired and exploring adventures, or decades in and navigating caregiving or changing rhythms of life, come compare notes, share wisdom, and discover how God is at work in this season.
- DATE/TIME: Tuesday, October 21, 12:00pm
- CLICK HERE to register
"Church Building Insurance"
August 7, 2025
Exploring the topic of building insurance and what we can do moving forward
"Reframing Stewardship"
July 28, 2025
Inspiration and tools to energize your church’s giving season
"Deacon Roundtable"
July 24, 2025
A conversation centered on the joys, challenges, and deep meaning of deacon ministry
"Building Leases"
May 21, 2025
Tips and things to think about when drafting and executing your building lease
"Engaging Online Congregants"
March 26, 2025
Practical strategies to build meaningful digital connections while working smarter, not harder
"Youth Programs"
March 19, 2025
Local churches share about various ways they have engaged with kids and volunteers during the summer months
"Pulpit Supply"
February 26, 2025
Creative ways to fill your pulpit when the Pastor is away
"Winter Hospitality"
October 20, 2024
Churches share different ways of caring for the vulnerable during the winter months
"Discerning the Future of Your Church Property"
September 19, 2024
Expert speakers outline practical approaches, whether you’re considering leasing, developing, or using your space for community programs
"Church Food Programs"
June 26,2004
Hear from various communities who are involved in food/hunger ministry
"Preschools"
May 29, 2024
Could your church bless your community with a preschool but you need ideas on where or how to get started?
"Matthew 25"
March 20, 2024
Local churches share about various ways they have engaged with kids and volunteers during the summer months
"Meetings, Meetings, Meetings"
January 31, 2024
Best practices for session meetings, committee meetings, congregational meetings, etc.
"Advent"
October 24, 2023
What has worked well in your church and community for the celebration of this holy season?