lifestyle changes by accessing both medical and community sources. Fifty lay-led churches have completed the 24-hour training and continue working with progressive and disadvan- taged communities. Through both CNEP and CHPP, we have trained 557 leaders who volunteer across various denominations in the New Orleans metro area. Since the STAR Project began in 2011, we have focused on addressing weight loss, blood pressure control and improv- ing congregants’ quality of life. Strategies toTrim and Reduce (STAR) Project Since the STAR Project began in 2011, we have focused on addressing weight loss, blood pressure control and improving congregants’quality of life. Seventy-five churches have participated in the STAR Project and nearly 1,000 participants have benefited. Significant improvements have been noted in the areas of weight reduction, blood pressure, medication adherence, increase in exercise, healthy eating habits and feelings of confidence and empowerment. This year, STAR engaged two congregations which collabora- tively translated the manual into Vietnamese and Spanish. The project was well received and more than half of the participants experienced weight reduction. Additionally, through the Congregational Wellness church network, programs are conducted to address current events, such as Active Shooter Training, Emergency Preparedness and Stop The Bleed. Over the last 20 years, annual activities conducted have increased to 350, with 44,000 individuals touched through the Congregational Wellness ministry’s partnerships with other community organizations, health ministries and universities. As New Orleans heads into its tricentennial celebration, Congregational Wellness will continue“Reaching Out to Heal,” addressing the spiritual dimensions of health and pursuing a better quality of life for all churches and the communities they serve. • This year, the STAR manual was translated into both Spanish and Vietnamese for local congregants. • 75 churches have participated in the STAR Project and nearly 1000 participants have benefited. • 64 churches have completed the 38-hour Church Nurse Education Program. • 557 leaders across denominations have received training through CNEP and CHPP. 17