Synergy in Church Leadership

How boards, pastors, and staff can increase impact and decrease conflict among themselves.

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026

Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

Location: The Leadership Studio, 123. N. Main Street, Suite 202, Dublin, PA (at The Center Consulting Group Office)

Free | Invite-Only | Limited to 20 Attendees

About the Workshop

Have you noticed how tension and conflict have recently grown in our towns, schools, businesses, and government? And churches are far from immune to conflict. This is especially true of church leaders. Lead pastors and boards can experience years of healthy collaboration only to end up in painful, debilitating, and costly conflict. The same is true of senior pastors and their relationship with their executive pastors, and pastors with their staff.

This workshop will look at why this conflict happens, how to prevent it from happening, and how to keep it from becoming toxic and destructive when it does happen. The workshop will also provide real-life examples and case studies related to both synergy and conflict.

Attendance is free, but because of the intimate nature of this workshop, seating is limited to 20 leaders who have been personally invited due to their investment in the long-term health of their church ministry.

Agenda

   
  	7:30 am
    Networking Breakfast
  
  	8:00 am
    Welcome

  	8:10 am
    Succession Strategy (Gray Wirth)

  	9:10 am
    Interview with Mike Sterlacci & Chris Sterlacci

  	9:45 am
    Breakout Group Discussion
  
  	10:30 am
    Adjourn

Facilitators

Billy Dunn, M.S.

Vice President & Senior Consultant at The Center Consulting Group
Billy Dunn has over 25 years of church, nonprofit, and for-profit leadership experience. He brings experience in change management, crisis guidance, organizational assessment, leadership coaching, and strategic planning. Learn more about Billy.

Dave Marks, D.Min.

Vice President & Senior Consultant at The Center Consulting Group
Dave Marks has 35 years of church ministry experience, including 23 years as a senior pastor. Dave partners with church and nonprofit leaders to resolve conflict and restore relationships, build high-performing teams, analyze and strengthen organizational culture, and educate and train staff and volunteers. Learn more about Paul.

Gray Wirth, MBA, CEPA®

Senior Consultant at The Center Consulting Group
Gray Wirth has served more than 30 years as a leader in corporate, nonprofit, small business, and military contexts. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), Gray helps business owners plan in advance for future transitions to ensure that their business, personal, and financial objectives will be achieved. He also has experience in executive coaching, strategic planning, and advising boards of directors and business owners. Learn more about Gray.

Register

This exclusive workshop is limited to only 20 participants per session. Register now to secure your spot for this event!

About The Center Consulting Group

The Center Consulting Group is passionate about advancing leadership and organizational health. Whether you are a leader of a values-based business, nonprofit, or church, our experienced team will create customized solutions to help you lead well.