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The Newsletter for Chairs of Theological School Boards
Vol. 1 No. 5

We're at the halfway mark of the school year and the end of the calendar year. Your campus is probably quiet and, if not, it will be soon. For any board - and particularly any board chair - there's one thing you need at this point and you may be missing it: rest. That may not have been on your list because, as a group, leaders tend to be high-achieving, high-capacity people, and rest often is never high on the list.
 
Board work is vital to any organization, and it can be difficult to manage - particularly coming upon other activities and responsibilities in your life. Many of us try to squeeze our board work into an already busy schedule.

I don't need to tell you how studies and experts have recommended regular periods of rest, or that God modeled rest for us in creating the week around the sabbath, a day off. If you're like me, it's just often hard to find the time to commit to rest.

So I'm going to take my own advice this holiday season. As things are winding down, I'll take some time to recharge for the year ahead. I hope you'll join me in doing so.

Finally, please know that at the In Trust Center, we're grateful for you and your important work. May you have a safe and restful Christmas and New Year! The team here will look forward to connecting with you in 2023!

With gratitude for all you do in theological education,
Amy Kardash
President

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Upcoming Events

The In Trust Center hosts learning community spaces throughout the year. Check out our upcoming events below.

ATS Research on Executive Leadership Webinar

UPCOMING: March 24, 1PM (ET)

This ATS Research Webinar on Executive Leadership will focus on trends and contributing factors that have led to the unprecedented turnover of executive leaders in recent years.

Redeeming Conflict One Tough Conversation at a Time

UPCOMING: April 3, 1PM (ET)

Dr. Ann Garrido, Assoc. Professor, Homiletics, Aquinas Institute of Theology, will discuss how we choose to manage conflicts.

Who's Next? Succession Planning for Boards

ON DEMAND

Planning for board officer vacancies should start well in advance with an intentional, smooth, and carefully designed transition plan.

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In Trust Center provides Resource Consulting to our members at no charge. Contact us today and let us guide you to the most helpful resources for your situation.

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