At Annual Conference we heard about celebrations, upcoming events and available resources from our main ministry areas. Use the links below to view a summary article, related webpages and a video recording of each report:

• Center for Leadership Excellence
• Center for Congregational Excellence
• NextGen Ministries
• Mission, Service and Justice Ministries, including Congregations in Action
• Finance and Administrative Ministries, including the Conference budget and parental paid time-off policies

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HealthFlex Reminder

If you are a HealthFlex participant, please don’t forget to complete the Health Check online assessment and the Blueprint for Wellness® health screening by Aug. 31. Spouses covered on your plan must take the Health Check, too. When you complete the Health Check you avoid a higher HealthFlex deductible in 2025, and when you complete the Blueprint for Wellness you earn $100*. Learn more →

While we strive for a diverse and inclusive culture, many of us struggle to engage with those who are different from us. We've been ingrained with the notion of avoiding strangers, which has left us ill-equipped to view each other as fellow humans. Join Joe Keohane, author of The Power of Strangers, for a relatable presentation and interactive dialogue on mastering the art of talking to strangers. Learn more and register →