Reflections & Research
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October 2, 2023
Peer Learning: 8 Tips for Effective Programs
What do program staff need to know about planning and administering peer group programs that work for everyone?
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Listening to Pastors
Thriving in Ministry pastoral leaders share their ministry experiences, highlighting the importance of mentoring relationships and connection to peers. Vicente Del Real Founder and Executive Director of Iskali Strong Foundations for Catholic Leaders, The University of Notre Dame Hector Vicenty (“Tito”) Associate Pastor of 1st Christian Missionary Church Renovación Pastoral, Esperanza Rev. […]
read moreabout Listening to PastorsSeptember 5, 2023
‘Between the Listening and the Telling: How Stories Can Save Us’
In this excerpt from his recent book, a writer and spiritual director describes the transformative power of sacred stories and why they are important to our individual and shared lives.
read moreabout ‘Between the Listening and the Telling: How Stories Can Save Us’August 22, 2023
Jo Nygard Owens: Sharing our creativity draws others to God
A pastor turned graphic designer and entrepreneur discusses her call, her creative process and some of what she’s learned about church communications.
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