Engaging Grace - Helping Churches Navigate Transition

Helping Churches Navigate Transition Leading a congregation through a time of transition is both challenging and extremely rewarding work. In times of change, whether due to pastoral shifts, congregational restructuring, or evolving community needs, faith communities are invited to rediscover who they are and who they are being called to become. As such, thoughtful, skilled leaders are necessary to guide congregations between what was and what will be. To support these efforts, Montreat Conference Center is hosting The Art of Transitional Ministry, a continuing education program for pastors, later this year… READ THE FULL ARTICLE FEATURED EVENTS An Evening With Kristin Kobes Du Mez August 15, 2026 Author and speaker Kristin Kobes Du Mez will be joining us next month for our annual Women’s Connection conference. If you aren’t yet registered for the full conference, you will soon be able to reserve one-night-only tickets for Kristin’s keynote on August 15. Visit our website to learn more! LEARN MORE ABOUT THE EVENT Fall Craft Week September 27–October 2, 2026 We will be offering a new beginner-level class during Fall Craft Week this September. Jacob Pappert will instruct participants in creating traditional linoleum prints with a fun twist: he will show you how to turn your prints into cards! Come, learn the basics of printmaking and discover how easy it can be to transform you work into something that can be shared with others. SIGN UP FOR THE CLASS Wee Kirk Conference October 19–21, 2026 Join us this fall for our Wee Kirk Conference, an event which provides training and fellowship opportunities for pastors working with small-membership churches. The event includes a variety of track options, each focusing on a different element of small church ministry. See how you can enrich your ministry, no matter the size! EXPLORE TRACK OPTIONS Get Involved This Summer Summer is a perfect time to engage with the Montreat community! From worship services to art classes to recreation events, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Check out This Week in Montreat for the latest information regarding summer activities. We’d love to welcome you! Start Planning Your Visit Montreat Conference Center has several upcoming events for adults and church leaders. We invite you to explore them all using the link below! VIEW OUR EVENT CALENDAR One of Montreat Conference Center’s core values, “engaging grace” refers to our belief that God extends grace to each of us through Jesus Christ and that, by doing so, we are called to extend that grace and healing to all who gather here across lines of belief, difference, and perspective. You can learn more about Montreat’s mission and values by clicking here.