It was great to work with a group of Baptist and Churches of Christ pastors this morning in Wantira at Grace Church. We explored a range of topics related to staying healthy in pastoral ministry. The notes and our brainstorms are listed below. I have added a handout I often give out in sessions like this.
Churches of Christ–Pastor to Pastors and Church Health Team Meeting

Great to have a relaxing day catching up with members of the Pastor to Pastors and Church Health Teams from the Churches of Christ around the country at Stanwell Tops. We explored some issues in Conflict Resolution and Emotional and Social Intelligence for Pastors together. Notes and resources below:
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Conflict Management Training Encounter Youth Adelaide

I enjoyed a full day of training with the staff, volunteers and board of Encounter Youth in Adelaide. It was great to work with a group of people committed to practising conflict resolution well.
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Presbyterian Churches of Queensland Assembly

I enjoyed the opportunity to give two presentations to the Presbyterian Churches of Queensland Assembly on Tuesday 21st of June. We looked at trends that impact the health of churches in Australia and potential responses to these. Notes from the brainstorms and the two presentations are linked below.
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Leadership Retreat Brimbank City Community Church
I enjoyed spending a weekend with the Leadership team of Brimbank City Community Church. We explored several aspects of spiritual formation in leadership. Some of the resources are linked below.
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