We love continuing education in the Office of Wellness and Care! Taking of yourself through spiritual direction, clergy cohorts, practical training, and academic exploration are ways to support your energy and curiosity in ministry. Beginning this issues of the OOO, we will periodically be sharing continuing education opportunities with you in case you need some inspiration. If you have a great opportunity your fellow clergy should know about, please let us know at dtatro@epicenter.org.
Church Administration Course Series
Registration opens September 14, 2026 · Course begins October 27, 2026
Duke Divinity School’s four-course series offers practical training in church administration while grounding management, stewardship, finance, and leadership in the mission of the church.
View course detailsFaith & OCD Conference
October 29, 2026 · Fully virtual
The sixth annual Faith & OCD Conference brings together faith leaders, mental health professionals, people with lived experience, and others for a day of learning and conversation at the intersection of faith and OCD.
Learn moreMidWinter Lectures at Austin Seminary
January 25–27, 2027 · Austin, Texas
Austin Seminary’s annual MidWinter Lectures bring together speakers, worship, conversation, learning, and fellowship. The 2027 lecturers are Shane Claiborne, Christine Roy Yoder, and Rita Nakashima Brock.
Learn moreSpecial Occasion Preaching
Faith+Lead’s course helps preachers prepare for weddings, funerals, church milestones, tragic events, and civic or secular occasions, with practical tools for preaching with clarity, care, and pastoral sensitivity.
View courseSermon Brainwave
A continuing conversation for preachers and teachers, offering reflection and ideas for the preaching task.
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