Charlie Kuchenbrod, Church Legacy Specialist, writes:

There are parallels between how a clinician might assess the overall health and life expectancy of a person and how someone might assess a congregation.  You would start by looking for serious diseases.  For people, there are dread diagnoses.  For a congregation, the equivalent might be the complete loss of financial viability or the complete loss of spiritual vitality, either of which could signal that the congregation is rapidly approaching the completion of its ministry.

But if you don’t see an immediate threat, then you might look for the kind of chronic diseases that left unmanaged could shorten a lifespan.

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Debbie Ringen, Minister of Health & Wellness, writes: 

Enjoying the beautiful weather and time with family and friends promotes mental health, reduces loneliness and can prevent or reduce the symptoms of illness. Let’s take a few minutes to be reminded about how to enjoy God’s creation safely.

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Irma Reyes, Director for Human Resources and Staff Engagement, writes:

I would like to begin by sharing these kind words, “You are a valuable employee.”  A phrase I have heard mentioned quite a few times throughout my career, and one that has had a positive impact on the individuals of those who received the compliment and those who have listened from a near distance. It is not necessarily about the words, rather recognizing each of us brings a unique skill, talent, creativity, and/or other phenomenal qualities that are contributing assets to any organization. It is our job as HR professionals, Hiring Managers, or Leadership to identify what are those unique skills and talents the employees possess, early on, as it is one way we as employers can help ensure we support the overall success of the employee in the workplace.

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Tracy Keene, outgoing SNEUCC President, gave his report to the 5th Annual Meeting. He said in part: 

I am deeply inspired by the dedication and commitment of each and every one of you gathered here today. Your unwavering passion for spreading the love of Jesus and serving our communities is the driving force behind the vitality of our churches. The SNEUCC is a dynamic organization committed to fostering spiritual growth, social justice, and community engagement. 

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Annual Meeting Reports & Materials

Find all available reports, presentations, materials, videos and photo albums from the 5th Annual Meeting, held June 22, here: www.sneucc.org/2024AM