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Wonder, Hope, Surprise Mark First Nollau Leadership Retreat of Class of 2027

By Barb Powell | June 10, 2026

The first retreat of CHHSM’s Nollau Leadership Institute’s class of 2027 met May 18-21, 2026, at Bellwether Farm in Wakeman, Ohio. Participants arrived with feelings of anticipation and not quite knowing what to expect. By week’s end, classmates departed for home filled with wonder and hope. “Walking into the Nollau retreat, I was not sure…

Enrollment Opens for Nollau Leadership Institute Class of 2027

By Barb Powell | February 12, 2026

Enrollment is currently open for the 2026-2027 class of CHHSM’s Nollau Leadership Institute. The signature health and human service leadership program has graduated some 300-plus participants as Diakonal Ministers in the past 20 years. The year-long Nollau program helps class members discern their call as Diakonal Ministers. A vocation for health and human service leaders from…

Applications are Open for 2025-2026 Nollau Leadership Institute

By Barb Powell | December 12, 2024

The UCC’s Council for Health and Human Service Ministries has opened applications for enrollment for the 2025-2026 class of its Nollau Leadership Institute, CHHSM’s signature leadership formation program.  The Institute’s year-long program helps class members discern their call as Diakonal Ministers. A vocation for health and human service leaders within CHHSM members and the wider United Church of Christ,…

Levity, Poignancy Highlight First Nollau Class Retreat

By Barb Powell | June 13, 2024

CHHSM’s 2024-2025 Nollau Leadership Institute class experienced its first retreat as it embarked on the year-long journey in leadership development. The retreat took place May 20-24, 2024, at Bellwether Farm in Wakeman, Ohio. For participants, the five days held insights, laughter, surprises, and wonder. “The Nollau Leadership Institute retreat experience is an introduction to the…

Nollau Leadership Institute a Life-Changing Experience for Participants

By Barb Powell | April 11, 2024

Following the application deadline of April 30, a new class in CHHSM’s Nollau Leadership Institute will begin its year-long exploration of personal and professional leadership growth. For recent graduates of the program, one word sums up the experience: transformational. “‘With head and heart’ are words that penetrated my thoughts after joining the Nollau Leadership Institute,”…

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Thursday's "Dine and Discover" online seminar will feature Valerie Honea, senior account manager with The Pension Boards UCC. Honea partners with employers to support retirement, health, life, and disability benefit programs. She works closely with organizations to provide education, guidance, and resources that help employees prepare for financial wellness and retirement security. she is passionate about building strong client relationships and helping employers maximize the value of their employee benefit offerings through practical support and personalized service.When: Jun 11, 2026 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Register in advance for this meeting:us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/pwOilXBdTg6i08ZjpqTumA?fbclid=IwY2xjawSTx4JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRj... After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. ... See MoreSee Less
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