2026 Special Event
Monday, May 18, 2026
Israel Galindo
Keynote Speaker
What is Happening?!
Taking on the Challenge of Confusing Human Behavior
Monday, May 18, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Eastern
Hybrid Event:
Online via Zoom or
In-Person at
All Shepherds Lutheran Church
6580 Columbus Pike
Lewis Center, OH 43035
Keynotes and Workshops
Recordings of all Keynotes and Workshops will be available after the event.
Israel Galindo
Keynote Speaker
Imponderables: Paradoxes and Conundrums
These presentations will offer perspectives on how Bowen Family Systems Theory can help us navigate confusing human behaviors.
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Why do we do the things we do when we know better?
These playful presentations examine imponderables about change, relationship triangles,
family of origin, and leadership.
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Some questions explored:
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Why are systems so hard to change?
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What causes people to get reactive?
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Why don’t people believe data?
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Why is it hard for people to change perspective?
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Why do I have to do all the work around here?
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Why do I get blamed for everything around here?
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Why, despite my best efforts, did I become my father/mother?!
Bio: Dr. Israel Galindo directs the Leadership in Ministry program of the Center for Lifelong Learning, Columbia Theological Seminary. He is an experienced academic administrator with a strong background in educational technology, leadership development, nonprofit management, and education policy. Galindo holds the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Adult Education and Teaching and has held positions such as Associate Dean for Lifelong Learning, Dean of the Faculty, school administration, and Chaplain. He has also worked as a consultant and served on advisory committees in the higher education industry. Galindo has authored numerous publications in the field of theology, religion, education, and leadership, including The Hidden Lives of Congregations, Leadership in Ministry, The Virtuous Leader, When a Pastor is Fired, Perspectives on Congregational Leadership, 60 Leadership Concepts, Case Studies in Pastoral Leadership, Reframing Ministry Leadership, Academic Leadership, and Leadership Pitfalls.
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Schedule
On-site doors open at 9:30 AM
Morning Session
10:00 – 10:15 am Opening
10:15–11:15 am Keynote #1/Q & A
11:15-11:30 am Break
11:30-12:30 Workshop #1
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12:30– 1:15 pm Lunch
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Afternoon Session
1:15 – 2:15 pm Workshop #2
2:15-2:30 pm Break
2:30 – 3:30 pm Keynote #2/Q & A
3:30-4:00 pm Wrap Up
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Registration
​"EARLY BIRD" Rates through March 31, 2026:
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Current HC Member $130
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Non-Member $180
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Student Registration $130
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Group Registration $355
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​3-5 people from the same household or organization
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​Add Ons:
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In-Person Lunch $15
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Contact Hours Certificate $25
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1-year Full Membership $75
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​30% discount on membership
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1-year Student Membership $37.50
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​30% discount on membership
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​Beginning April 1, 2026:
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Current HC Member $155
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Non-Member $205
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Student Registration $155
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Group Registration $405
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​3-5 people from the same household or organization
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