While we find struggling churches in different contexts, theological backgrounds, sizes, and cultures, declining congregations have one thing in common: A palpable lack of focus on what God desires. They have collectively ceased seeking God’s plan for their congregations and communities. Conversely, all thriving churches have leaders fearlessly living in God’s purpose, both individually and collectively as a congregation. Missional … Read More
Kevin Slimp: Even More Ways to Effectively Communicate with Your Church and Community
Participants receive a certificate for 1-hour CEU following the online class. More than 500 clergypersons have attended Kevin Slimp’s original session titled, “Effective Communication to Grow Your Church.” If you’ve attended Kevin’s earlier webinar, then this webinar is for you! It’s even for folks who haven’t attended the original session. In this session, Kevin will move beyond the information shared … Read More
Dan Pezet: Creating a Connection Between the Church and the Community
There are some emerging movements among churches in America and beyond that are showing promise for how the church will transform to thrive in this new century in which we find ourselves. Among these movements are some common practices that we can implement to keep up with an ever changing ministry field. Spoiler alert: They all have something to do … Read More
Kelly Brown & Ken Willard: Leadership Development in the Local Church
Each local church is an ecosystem. The health of a church is measured, maintained, and improved by its leaders—the ecologist. Authors and coaches Rev. Kelly Brown and Ken Willard will share key facets of leadership development. This class will review different leadership development approaches, the importance of creating a leadership development culture, and leadership competencies. Participants will also discover the … Read More
Rebekah Simon Peter: The “Post-Pandemic” Normal: Inspiring your congregation to take leaps of faith during uncertain times
2020 is unlike any other year, and the Church continues to deal with the changes experienced over the past year. As we begin to think about life post-pandemic, it’s important to begin taking leaps of faith as the “new normal” creates new challenges for the Church. January 20, Rebekah Simon-Peter will lead us in a webinar for church leaders and … Read More
Rebekah Simon Peter – From Discipleship to Apostleship: Quantum Leap of Faith
Rebekah Simon-Peter is passionate about reconnecting spiritual leaders with their God-given powers to co-create miracles with the divine. Her award-winning program, Creating a Culture of Renewal®, has energized church leaders across the country to reclaim their calling and to grow their ministries. Rebekah is also the author of The Jew Named Jesus, Green Church, and 7 Simple Steps to Green … Read More
Ken Willard: Time Management for the Christian Leader
God gives each of us the same 168 hours every week. Some of us seem to use that time with incredible efficiency and power. But for others, this is an area of frustrating deficiency. Author and coach Ken Willard will explore several facets from his book designed to help all of us become better time managers. This class will start … Read More