Led by author, coach and consultant Ken Willard. Core values explain who we are – our identity. They explain why we do what we do. This is true for organizations like churches, and individuals. In churches the core values are the constant, passionate, biblical core beliefs that drive the ministry. Core values guide church leadership decisions and ministry direction. This … Read More
Ken Willard: Developing Leaders in Your Congregation
Led by author, coach and consultant Ken Willard. When it comes to leading a congregation, one of the most important skills is the ability to develop leaders. Ken Willard, author of several books on the topic of leadership development, including Strategy Matters, is respected throughout the United Methodist Church and beyond for his expertise in leadership development. If you feel … Read More
Olu Brown: Preaching During Advent: Offering Hope
The Advent season will be here before we know it. Preparing to preach during Advent is one of the most important tasks that preachers undertake each year. During this session, Olu Brown, pastor of Impact Church, one of the fastest growing churches in the country, will share his advice on preparing to preach during Advent. Using the new version of … Read More
Ken Willard: Mission, Vision and Purpose: Strategic Planning to Guide a Congregation to New Life
NEW DATE: AUGUST 2, 2022 Ken Willard, author of Time Management for the Christian Leader and Strategy Matters, is a recognized expert in the church world on the topic of strategic planning for the church. During this session, Ken will discuss the ways to create a strategic plan for your church and – just as importantly – how to carry … Read More
Jaye Johnson: Missional Accountability – Focusing on What God Desires
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
Jaye Johnson: Missional Accountability – Focusing on What God Desires
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
Sue Nilson Kibbey – Breakthrough Prayer: Congregation-wide Passion for New God Possibilities
February 8 • 11am (east), 10am (cent), 9 am (moun), 8 am (pacific) Is the role of prayer across your church—or in your own life—usually a sidebar activity rather than the main course, fueling everything? Learn more about the simple steps countless congregations across the country have taken to move prayer that asks God to break through anew to the … Read More
Ken Willard: Teaching, Meeting, Preaching and Me. Time Management for the Church Leader
Ken Willard, author of Time Management for the Christian Leader and Strategy Matters, is a recognized expert in the church world on the topic of time management. During this session, Ken will discuss the issues raised by the expectations and responsibilities of church leadership. You will need two pens for this session. Ken will cover issues related to preaching, meetings, … Read More
Olu Brown:Olu Brown: Planning Ahead to Preach During Advent: Offering Hope
The Advent season will be here before we know it. Preparing to preach during Advent is one of the most important tasks that preachers undertake each year. During this session, Olu Brown, pastor of Impact Church, one of the fastest growing churches in the country, will share his advice on preparing to preach during Advent. Using his book HOPE: An … Read More
Olu Brown: Leading Your Congregation in New Directions
All of us wish our congregations were more inspired to move in new directions. Olu Brown, as pastor of one of the fastest growing United Methodist Churches in America, is synonymous with moving and growing congregations. He will be with us September 28 to share his thoughts on ways to get your congregation moving. Olu is the author of several … Read More