The Center for Congregational Health

10/01/2026

For more than 30 years, 1920 Queen St. was home to the Center for Congregational Health. Beth Kennet reflects, “As I was moving boxes, I reflected on the meetings and conversations... the lunches shared in the conference room, the trainings that took place in the building, and mainly the relationships that have grown over the past 34 years." Charity Roberson add, "We have staff currently in three states... Not being tied to one space allows us to include the best people who are not tied to one location. It gives us a footprint in more key areas."

Continue reading Beth Kennett and Charity Roberson’s blog post, A New Era, “as we seek to find new ways forward in these new times:"

A New Era by Beth Kennett and Charity Roberson About 2 weeks ago, we learned there were some issues with the building that has served the offices for the Center for Congregational Health and, since 2020, has served as a storage space, an occasional meeting space, and an occasional office space. 1920...

09/24/2026

Beth Kennett shares 5 reasons to attend ConVive:
1. Free health screenings all day, including blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, and flu shots, with all costs covered.

2. Fifteen-minute massages and private time with a CareNet counselor, both by sign-up.

3. A Grounding Room built around the five senses, a movement and mobility room with sessions during every break, and an art experience you can put your hands in.

4. A free copy of Dr. Matt Bloom's new book, Lasting Wellbeing, from the researcher closing the day.

5. A wellness kit from local makers: candles, tea, body butter and soap, and an art kit, plus drawings throughout the day.

Register today for the CONference for congregational, clergy and chaplain leadership to renew, refresh and reVIVE!: https://brushfire.com/healthychurch/convive2026/637481

09/17/2026

Last week, the Center for Congregational Health was proud to sponsor the BWIMNC Symposium! Beth Kennett shares this reflection:

“We are grateful to partner with BWIMNC and to support their good work. At CCH, we feel the encouragement and support from them as well, and we have the opportunity to meet even more future collaborators. We are in this work together to help congregations and clergy thrive. We know when we work together, we can do more than we can imagine alone!

09/10/2026

If you are looking for a day to step back, learn something useful and spend time with colleagues who understand the work, we hope you will join us for ConVive 2026 on October 1 in Winston Salem. This day is built for pastors, chaplains, congregational staff, and anyone carrying the work of caring for others.

In honor of a visionary leader and beloved chaplain, the second annual ConVive 2026: The Rev. Bill Yates Symposium Toward the Health and Wellness of Clergy, Congregations, and Communities is a day devoted to the health, resilience and spiritual vitality of faith leaders across Northwest North Carolina.

Learn more and register here: https://events.wfu.edu/event/convive-2026

08/27/2026

Last week a group gathered in Raleigh to receive training from Center for Congregational Health staff in Transition Consultant Training! Leaders came from Oregon, South Dakota, Minnesota, Virginia and North Carolina to participate. Some are pastors looking to help their congregations while looking to consult with other congregations, others are denominational/judicatory leaders looking to learn new models of working with congregations in transition.

Read more about our latest transition consultant training in our most recent blog post by Charity Roberson: https://healthychurch.org/2026/08/our-latest-transition-consultant-training/

08/13/2026

August brings a natural sense of new beginnings. A new school year, a new church year, a new season and an opportunity to pause and consider what we hope for the months ahead.

In our latest blog post, The New Year in August, Charity Roberson shares four coaching questions to help you reflect on what you’re proud of, consider what you hope for the rest of 2026 and make room for a little fun along the way.

Read the full blog and consider what a fresh start might look like for you this August: https://healthychurch.org/2026/08/the-new-year-in-august/

07/16/2026

Ready to help congregations navigate seasons of change with confidence and care?

Whether you are already serving congregations or looking to expand your ministry leadership skills, this training will equip you to guide churches through important transitions with wisdom and confidence.

Register today and reserve your spot for August 18–21 in Raleigh, NC: https://brushfire.com/healthychurch/transitionconsultanttraining/633607

07/13/2026

One year ago, twenty-four travelers from across the country embarked on a journey through Ireland. In partnership with Ireland Retreats, this cohort brought together pastors, lay leaders, consultants and Center for Congregational Health staff who have participated in our Thriving Congregations initiative over the past five years.

Along winding roads, around shared tables and at historic and sacred sites, we listened deeply—to Ireland’s stories, to one another’s stories and to the ways our own narratives are continually being formed and transformed. We were also challenged to consider how we might use the lens of reframing in our storytelling.

07/02/2026

Curious about Coaching? Here’s Your Chance to Learn More. Check out coach training with a one-time 15% discount for SCT 101—Introduction to Coaching for Fall 2026! SCT 101 is offered by Summit Coach Training to prepare leaders in congregations and denominations to empower others as well as to train those who wish to become professional coaches. This special discount is good until August 1, 2026.

Register today: https://www.pinnlead.com/registration/p/summit-coach-training-101-introduction-to-coaching

06/25/2026

We enjoyed wrapping up our time at CBF General Assembly with you! Thank you for making it such a meaningful time of connection and dreaming of new ways to be bold together!