Thoughtful Conversations,
Healthier Congregations
Join us for a “lunch and learn” opportunity to connect, support, and strengthen a network of faith leaders to develop a robust exchange of ideas based in systems thinking.​ Sessions will be held quarterly, online via Zoom.
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​The format of each session will consist of:​
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Presentation (20 minutes)
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Small-group discussion with focus question (15 minutes)
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Closing group discussion with Q & A (20 minutes)
Session 5
October 1, 2026
12:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern
Online via Zoom
featuring​​
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Dr. Israel Galindo
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More information coming soon...
Cost: Pay what you can.
(Suggested: $5/Student; $10/HC Member; $15/Non-member)
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.
