Head of Staff Seminar
February 2 - 5, 2012
Who Should Attend
Pastors called to lead a ministry staff. There is a two-year curriculum. You are encouraged to attend for two consecutive years.
Focus of the Seminar
-Developing missional leadership
-Leading healthy ministry teams
-Nurturing staff and lay leaders
-Embracing conflict as opportunity
Registration
Registration for each of the events begins at 11:00 a.m. in the main conference room.
Location
The seminars will be held at the Duncan Conference and Retreat Center, located in sunny Delray Beach, Florida. The Duncan Center is a non-profit facility of the Episcopal Church. It serves conferences, retreats, and meetings of a religious, educational and governmental nature in a Christian environment.
Spouses
Space for spouses is available. Your spouse is encouraged to participate as he/she wishes at no additional registration charge. There is, of course, an additional charge for lodging and meals.
Housing, Early Arrival and Late Departure
The Duncan Center handles all housing and meal registrations for the conference, including early arrivals and extended stays. You must complete the housing application and send it directly to the Duncan Center. Duncan Center staff can also assist you with arrangements for lodging in a near-by hotel if your family is coming. For more information, call the Duncan Center at 561.496.4130.
Ground Transportation
If you are flying, you can choose between Palm Beach International Airport or Fort Lauderdale Airport. For ground transportation to the Duncan Center use MarPat Services at 561-994-1888.
Driving Directions
Those who travel by car can take I-95 to Exit #51. Take Linton Blvd. west to Military Trail. Turn right on Military Trail and the Duncan Center the third driveway on the right. If you take the Florida Turnpike, exit at #81, go east on Atlantic Ave. to Military Trail. Turn right on Military. Go approximately 1 mile and the Duncan Center is on the left.
Schedule of Events
This seminar begins with lunch at 12:00 noon on Thursday and ends Sunday after breakfast and worship. There is no lunch or dinner on the Sunday. When you register for any of these events, we expect you to be a full-time participant. View the agenda.
Information Sheet
2012 Dates
February 2 - 5, 2012