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2025 NCCA Conference Highlights

By Phyllis J. Arno, Ph.D.

The 2025 NCCA Conference was held in the beautiful city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, bringing together members for a powerful and enriching time of fellowship, learning, and ministry.



Thursday Evening

The conference began on Thursday evening with registration from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., followed by a Kickoff Session from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., led by Dr. Jeanne Kuckelman, which set the tone for an inspiring weekend.


Friday

Friday featured a full day of impactful sessions:

  • Welcome Address Presented by Rev. Steven M. Baran, President of NCCA

  • Session 1: Unforgiveness Presented by Dr. Phyllis Arno, with Dr. Richard Arno sharing personal life experiences

  • Session 2: Trauma and Temperament, Spiritual Illness and Recovery Presented by Dr. Joshua Wells

  • Session 3: Five-Fold Formula for Success—Aligning Your Inner Circle with God’s Design Presented by Dr. Deborah Skomba

  • Sessions 4 & 5: Maximum Counseling Ministry with Minimal Liability Presented by NCLL

  • Session 6: Being Confident in the Temperament Counseling Framework Presented by Dr. Damita Lucas

  • Session 7: Building Blocks to Wholeness Presented by Pastor Ronald Haskins


Friday evening concluded with a wonderful time of fellowship at the House of Blues Friday Night Gospel Brunch, where the food was delicious, and the music was truly uplifting.


Saturday

Saturday continued with another full day of enriching sessions:

  • Sessions 8 & 9: Spirit-Directed Self-Talk—Integrating Temperament and Cognitive Behavioral Techniques Presented by Dr. David Smuin and Dr. Kevin Hiscock

  • Sessions 10 & 11: Helping Those Who Grieve Presented by Angie Smuin

  • Sessions 12 & 13: A Tour of Your Brain—Renewing the Mind, and Anatomy of a Stronghold Presented by Bob Hamp

  • Session 14: Speaker Panels


A Big Thank You Goes To…

  • Rev. Steve Baran, NCCA President, for his outstanding leadership in securing the conference location and overseeing the many behind-the-scenes efforts required to make the conference a success. Rev. Baran also served as Master of Ceremonies and generously provided one-on-one guidance to members.

  • Jason Ferrill, for his tremendous help in conference preparation and coordination with hotel staff.

  • Michael Andrews, for exceptional technical support and assistance to conference attendees.

  • Jen Miserendino, for her help with the photo booth and her willingness to assist wherever needed.

  • Mara Baran, for doing a fantastic job laying out the conference notebook.

  • Michael Dan, Linda Walker, and Brian Colvin, for keeping the main headquarters open to serve members who were unable to attend.

  • Dr. Richard Arno, for his cheerful and encouraging presence throughout the conference.

  • And a very special THANK YOU to everyone who attended—both in person and virtually!


It was truly a JOY to be with you all.


MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF OUR NCCA FAMILY! 


May you have a blessed and joyful Christmas and a Happy New Year!




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