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Faith & Emotional Intelligence

How do emotions impact our lives?

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Coaching in the Midst of Conflict

Powerful questions and intentional exploration

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Meet Me in the Middle

How one congregation addressed political polarization head-on after the 2016 election.

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Facing the Future and Discussing Viability

Is it time for your church to close its doors? Here's how to approach this difficult conversation.

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Lily Li: Bridging the Socio-Emotional Gap

How therapist Lily Li brings Jesus, the Wonderful Counselor, into her daily vocation.

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A Better Story: Addressing Conspiracy Theories with the Gospel

Some practical steps your church can take to short-circuit the power of conspiracy theories

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Risking Love for Our Neighbors, Strangers and Enemies

How can Christians overcome fears that stir up hatred? An interview with author Catherine McNiel.

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Imperfect Doesn’t Mean Imposter

Engaging in difficult conversations when we’re struggling too

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Faith & Difficult Conversations

How to have the conversations necessary for growth in faith and life.

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Bethany Fox: Including Those with Intellectual Disabilities

Beloved Everybody: a truly accessible church

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Open Table, Open Heart

Eating together at community meals as a doable spiritual practice

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Alcohol-Free Socializing

How to make sure not everything in your life revolves around alcohol.

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Cat Moore: Creating Belonging

Meet USC's director of belonging Cat Moore.

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Singleness in the Time of COVID

How the Church Can Play a Role in Mitigating Isolation

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Grieving While Leading

Losses in our personal relationships change our leadership

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