The Church Beyond Our Walls: Ministries of the PC(USA)

Discover how your local congregation connects to the wider work of the PC(USA)—from justice to education, global mission to disaster relief—and how these ministries support, shape, and invite your church into shared witness.

Small Church, Big Heart: Ministry that Matters

Discover the unique strengths of small congregations—from deep relationships to creative, intergenerational ministry—and how these communities are uniquely positioned to lead with compassion, flexibility, and faith. Explore how small churches can thrive by embracing their size as a strength and their ministry as vital to the whole Church.

From Bulletin to Benediction: Worship that Connects

This session offers practical guidance for crafting worship that reflects your congregation’s voice, connects across generations, and honors the movement of the Spirit. We’ll focus on real-world strategies for planning services—from music and prayer to timing and flow—that are meaningful, manageable, and rooted in your community’s context.

Connected Church: Tools for Communication and Community

Learn how clear, consistent communication—through social media, newsletters, websites, and more—can strengthen relationships within your congregation and extend your witness beyond it. Hear about practical tools and strategies for connecting your church’s message with the community you’re called to serve.