In a time where churches are navigating both everyday challenges and larger crises that arise in communal spaces and grappling with the urgent need to “speak up” in the face of injustice, the need for a robust Crisis Communications Strategy has never been more critical. As part of the Leadership Formation series within the Thriving Leadership Formation program, this webinar will guide faith leaders through the process of developing a Crisis Communications Strategy tailored to your unique ministry context.

You will leave with:

• A deeper understanding of the essential dos and don’ts of crisis communications
• A crisis communication team structure, customized for your ministry
• A comprehensive Crisis Communications Strategy outline specific to your ministry context
• Sample statements for addressing potential crises your congregation may encounter

Led by: Catherine Slabaugh (Director of Communications & Community Engagement – St. John’s Lutheran Church) and Justin Wilson (Engagement and Resource Manager – ELCA Youth Gathering)

Register for this free webinar here

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A 3-Session Series to Build Trust & Deepen Connection

Ready to See Your Ministry Team Thrive?

Ministry is relational, and strong teams are essential for meaningful, sustainable work. But working together isn’t always easy—different personalities, communication styles, and leadership approaches can create challenges.

This series uses the wisdom of the Enneagram to help your team build trust, communicate effectively, and foster a healthy, Spirit-led team culture.

Why This Series Works

✨ Enneagram-Based Insights – Learn how leadership and working styles impact collaboration.
✨ Practical Ministry Tools – Address real team challenges with real solutions.

What You’ll Gain

✅ Stronger team dynamics & trust
✅ Practical tools for conflict & collaboration
✅ A shared language for working together with clarity
✅ Sustainable energy for ministry

Enneagram work enhances self-awareness, communication, and collaboration, helping ministry teams serve with purpose and resilience.

Key Benefits:

✔ Self-Awareness & Spiritual Growth – Recognize strengths, growth areas, and leadership gaps.
✔ Improved Communication – Foster empathetic listening and reduce misunderstandings.
✔ Stronger Collaboration – Appreciate diverse gifts, encouraging unity in service.
✔ Better Conflict Resolution – Navigate tension with grace.
✔ Emotional & Spiritual Resilience – Manage stress and prevent burnout.
✔ Effective, Compassionate Leadership – Cultivate authenticity, humility, and adaptability.
✔ Healthier Congregational Culture – Build a foundation of grace, trust, and mutual support.
✔ Aligned Ministry Roles – Help individuals serve in roles that fit their gifts and calling.

Perfect for Ministry Teams Who:

✔ Want to move from working side by side to truly working together
✔ Need healthier ways to handle team dynamics and conflict
✔ Are ready to deepen trust & strengthen collaboration
✔ Want practical Enneagram-based tools they can use immediately

Real conversations, real tools, and real transformation in how your ministry team works together.

Want to take the next step toward a stronger, more connected team? 

*We ask that teams have at least 3 people.*  $50/team member

Register Now! 

A no-cost offering for Church Leaders.

Interactive online workshops · Explore key leadership themes through the lens of the Enneagram · Practical strategies · Self-awareness · Tools to help you grow into a healthier, more effective leader.

Join us for 1 or join us for all. Pre-registration is required.

Tuesday, March 18th: Stress, Conflict, and Resiliency

Tuesday, April 1st: Time Management

Tuesday, April 29th: Coaching and Inspiring Others

Tuesday, May 6th: Leadership Presence

To register for any of these workshops, please visit this link: Register Here

Lectio Divina — a spiritual practice of reading sacred text.

Drop in every Tuesday at 9 am Pacific, 11 Central, 12 noon eastern timezone.

Looking for a way to engage with Scripture that may help deepen your preaching practice and/or spiritual life? Join us for a practice of listening to scripture, in community.

We will use the scripture from the coming week’s lectionary. This will be a spiritual practice of reading, reflecting, responding and resting in the Word. This is a great tool if you are preparing a sermon. If you are a lay person, you are invited to engage and participate! All are welcome.

Pre registration is required for the zoom link — please click here to be added to our weekly email reminder list.