This course is offered as part of the Engaging God's Future series.

This is a collaboration between Wartburg Theological Seminary's Center for Theology and Land and Dialog Works.

Practical Tools for the Journey

Instructors

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Rev. Dr. Mark Yackel-Juleen  (click for information)

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Peter Soli, Program Director (Click for information)

"I appreciated the videos to view in preparation for class. The spiritual practices videos from Martha were good reminders for me to engage in reflection in an intentional way. I liked having more than one voice-the newness of Peter and the familiarity of Mark. They partnered well together. Peter, Mark and Martha's combined experience brought a richness to the class content and conversations."
Rev. Marie Bonnie - Altamont Lutheran, Altamont, IL

Course overview

As a faith leader, this course will equip you to assess the congregation’s current situation and help you lead your congregation to consider faithful adaptations for future ministry. We begin with a look at the big picture of the congregation and move on to look inward at the roles and relationships with the pastoral leader. A look outward at the congregation's surroundings and surrounding community follows. Finally, we look forward and present options for sustainability, renewal, or closure.

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This course empowers participants to:

  • Harness a diverse range of tools and techniques to pinpoint factors affecting the sustainability of their ministry in the local congregation and community, both now and in the future.
  • Articulate the mission, hopes, and aspirations of their congregation.
  • Explore a breadth of options available to congregations grappling with sustainability challenges.
  • Uncover external resources that can effectively address sustainability challenges.
  • Strengthen their leadership skills and capability to confront sustainability challenges within their congregation.

    Ultimately, this course is designed to boost your competence and confidence in your leadership role, and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, guiding your congregation towards an new chapter in ministry.
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Continuing Education Units included

Participants will earn 2.4 CEU's awarded by Dialog Works and Wartburg Seminary. Those students who enroll in the other three courses in the Engaging God's Future series will be eligible for the Small Congregation Specialist certificate.

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