Present?

About this month’s gathering…

This month, we're moving into a new pillar of our HEAD, HANDS, HEART theme: HEART. And we're starting with a question that might be the most quietly convicting one yet: Where are you physically showing up, but not really present?

So much of ministry life trains us to be in the room… leading the meeting, sitting across the table, standing at the front. But being in a room and being present in it aren't always the same thing.

This month is part one of our HEART emphasis, and it's really an invitation to notice. Not to fix anything yet. Just to notice where your body is present, but your heart has quietly stepped out the back door.

Before we gather, take some time to prayerfully consider any places you see this happening in your own life. Ask God to help reveal His thoughts on it as well.

As always - I can't wait to be in the room with you.

Reminder: Meetup Jo Saxton is soon!

Just a friendly nudge: our special bonus gathering with Jo Saxton is right around the corner! Members from both of our Ministry Strong Cohort groups will come together for this powerful conversation and Q&A on ministry life, personal growth, and navigating every season with faith.

Make sure it's on your calendar and start jotting down any questions you’d like to ask Jo. This is your time!

DATE: Thursday, September 3
TIME: 1:00 PM EST
MEETING ID: 563 033 6175
PASSWORD: SOUL25

Don't Forget to RSVP for the Retreat!

Time is ticking on this one! The 2026 Ministry Strong Retreat is happening September 18–19 in Charlotte, NC, and the RSVP deadline is September 1st — just a few weeks away.

If you haven't RSVP'd yet, now's the time. Click below for all the details, including the tentative schedule, nearby airports, hotels, restaurants, and shopping.