Consultation and Education for Today's
Congregations
Our mission is to assist congregations in becoming healthier
communities of faith. Since 1992, we have provided consultants
and trained leaders to assist congregations in meeting ongoing
challenges and opportunities in a changing world. We strive
to serve in ways that are...
Guiding Congregations and their leaders often
know what to do. They have a vision of what health and vitality
are, but they do not know how to get to that point. The Center's
consultants help the leaders develop the process that will allow
the members to participate and contribute. We also provide leadership
development opportunities that give clergy the tools they need
to provide quality guidance to the congregations and ministry
in which they serve.
Healing In a world where so much is changing,
conflict is a natural and painful part of life. At times the
conflict becomes destructive. The Center has ten years of experience
with processes that provide an opportunity for faith to work
its healing power. Our consultants are not the source of healing,
but we do know some of the principles of behavior required to
experience healing.
Growing As a congregation faces challenges, the
opportunity for growth is incredible. When the leaders and congregations
we serve are clear about their mission and work toward it with
integrity, the results are amazing. Vital congregations experience
growth in many different ways. We are privileged to be part
of the process.
The Center serves an average of 20 congregations a month and
more than 600 people attend the educational events offered annually.
We are one of the four ministries of the School of Pastoral
Care at The North Carolina Baptist Hospitals, Inc. The school's
mission is to provide ministries of growth, hope and healing
in the spirit of Christ.
The Center serves congregations from many denominations. Our
services are designed to work within the congregation's
polity.
The ministry depends on the fees paid by congregations and their
leaders and the generous gifts of supporters. We are grateful
for the substantial support provided by The North Carolina Baptist
Hospitals, Inc. and the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina.
We welcome others to join in the support of the ministry. To
make a gift, email us at dmhall@wfubmc.edu.
