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November 4, 2025

7:00 – 8:00 pm ET / 6:00 – 7:00 CT

Topic: Tips & Tricks of Conflict Resolution

Presented by: Britanny DiGiammarino

Hosted by: The Association of Smaller Congregations

Conflict is inevitable in every congregation — but it doesn’t have to be destructive. In this session, we’ll explore practical tools for navigating disagreement with grace, understanding, and confidence. Drawing on resources from the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center, participants will learn simple, effective strategies for resolving tension, fostering healthy communication, and strengthening community relationships.

Handouts and resource materials will be provided to all attendees.

Register to receive the Zoom info using this link.

NOTE: You do not need to register each month. Register once and you will receive information and the zoom link about each month’s conversation, and then choose to attend if you are interested in the topic and/or available that month.

If you have interest in learning more about the Association of Smaller Congregations or have questions about this Small and Mighty Zoom Gathering, please reach out to ASC President, Caroline Dennis at cvdennis.wpcgwd@gmail.com

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October 7

Topic: Whole Person Leadership: Taking Faithful Steps Toward Leading Well 

Facilitator: Alicia Demartra-Pressley, Associate for Missional Equipping, Interim Unified Agency, PCUSA   

Summary: What does it mean to be well? Together we will explore what it means to be a whole person, leaning into well-being in life and leadership. Using the Wheel of Life as a guide, we will reflect on the different areas that shape our wholeness—naming challenges, engaging spiritual practices, and drawing on the resources that sustain us. 

Alicia offers her contact information and these links as well.

Alicia.Demartra-Pressley@pcusa.org

The Daily Examen - IgnatianSpirituality.com

Welcome to a New Way to Pray | Praying in Color

Zoom recording: Gathering #5: Whole Person Leadership

September 9

Topic: Pick a Peck of Partnerships

Facilitator: Rev. Caroline Dennis, ASC President and Pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church (Greenwood, SC)

Summary: Never were we meant to go alone! These days smaller membership congregations are finding new life in mutually beneficial partnerships. Sometimes this means that the church is partnering with a non-profit. Sometimes this means a small church is partnering with another small church. Sometimes this means a larger church is partnering with smaller churches. Hear examples about several mutually beneficial partnerships and pointers for finding, cultivating, and sustaining partnerships that recognize and build upon God’s kingdom in our midst. 

Zoom recording: Gathering #4: Pick a Peck of Partnerships

August 5

Topic: Cultivating Emotionally Healthy Leaders

Presenter: Rev. Joy Fisher, Congregational Consultant with the Greater Atlanta Presbytery

Summary: Parking lot meetings, breaches of confidentiality, that one elder who always "goes off" at every meeting. We know that church is made up of sinners. But also, the Holy Spirit promises we can get better! How do we love people where they are and also create expectations of growing into spiritual maturity?    

Power Point Presentation (8/5/2025)

Resource List (8/5/25)

Zoom recording: Gathering #3: Cultivating Emotionally Healthy Leaders (8/5/25)

July 1

Topic: Christian Nurture Resources for All Ages

Presenter: Britanny DiGiammarino, Christian Educator and Small Church Coordinator for Flint River Presbytery.

Summary: Brittany offered a summary of resources for blended classes, intergenerational groups, and young adults. Participants shared resources that were working well in their own contexts. Brittany shared a resource list.

Resource List (7/1/25)

June 6

Topic: ACS Introduction and Connection

Presenter: Rev. Caroline Dennis, ASC President and Pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church (Greenwood, SC)

Summary: Introductions to ASC, its mission, and board members. Initial conversation with 38 small church leaders who gathered to share good news of small and mighty things God is doing in and through their congregations. Conversation shifted to participants current greatest needs which will be used to identify the topics of future monthly conversations.

Zoom recording: Gathering #1: ACS Introduction and Connection