Thursday, March 13 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Saint Luke United Methodist Church, Sanford
9:30 AM – Gathering, Coffee & Light refreshments
10:00 AM – Welcome & Opening Meditation
10:15 AM – Keynote Plenary with Tonya D. Armstrong, Ph.D., M.T.S., LP, HSP-P
Dr. Armstrong, a licensed psychologist, minister, and founder of The Armstrong Center for Hope, will guide participants through this engaging event that highlights the intersection of faith and mental well-being. With her expertise in congregational care, academic leadership, and advocacy, Dr. Armstrong will equip attendees with tools to create trauma-informed spaces that promote emotional, spiritual, and communal healing. The summit will include breakout groups and small group discussions, creating opportunities for deeper conversation, connection, and collaborative learning.
11:45 AM – Break
12:00 PM – Table Activity led by Dr. Armstrong
12:30 PM– Lunch
1:45 PM – Breakout Sessions
- The Importance of Boundaries
- Mourn with those who Mourn: Creating Congregational Grief Ministries
- Harmonizing Faith and Wellness: Finding Joy in Life’s Changing Tempo
2:50 PM – Closing and Dismissal