Congregational Life Centre
Our mission is to assist congregations to be more
effective in their ministry
CLC Team Building Events & Workshops
Board & Vestry Leadership Event
This is a 3 hour event, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. The evening deals with three key aspects of a Board or Vestry's ministry - namely Community, Spirituality and Planning. There will be "hands-on" activities associated with each area of ministry that enable those present to explore what it means for their own life together as a Board or Vestry and for the leadership the Board or Vestry gives to the congregation. We plan on starting promptly at 7:00 p.m. and ending promptly at 10 p.m.
We are offering it in three locations:
* Edmonton Tuesday March 16
* Calgary Wednesday March 17
* Camrose: Thursday March 18 - Location: Camrose United Church, 4829 - 50 Street, Camrose. 780-672-2176
Specific locations in Edmonton and Calgary will be announced when it becomes clear who is registering.
Leadership for the event will be provided by Joyce Madsen and Clair Woodbury, staff of the Congregational Life Centre. There will be a refreshment break half way through the evening.
OUTLINE
Introductions
Getting to know who is present.
Modelling for your Congregation
The task of the Board or Vestry is to have a vision of what you want your congregation to be like - and then model that for the congregation.
Creating
a Sense of Community
Today when so many people work with large numbers of people and lead very busy lives, there is a real need for small intimate groups where people can really get to know one another and feel free to share their joys and sorrows.
Creating
a Place for Spiritual Connection
People today want an experience of God, not just to hear someone talk about God. That's why it is important that a Board or Vestry insure their congregation provides opportunities for spiritual connection.
Creating
a Plan with built-in Support for the Congregation
A Board or Vestry needs to give leadership to the congregation in developing a clear vision - one that invites participation, focuses energy and releases excitement.
Closing Celebration
The cost is $200. Note: Space is limited to the first five Boards or Vestries that register.
Send us an e-mail (clair@congregationallife.com) or call the Congregational Life Centre at 780-619-0386 for more information or to reserve a place for your Board or Vestry.
Staff
Team
Staff need time to relate to one another and build the kind of relationships that results in effective teamwork. We have worked with a number of staff teams. The objective is to provide an energizing, rejuvenating experience that includes both spiritual renewal and a deepening in relationships and knowing each another. What we know is that great teams are made, not born that way. One format consists of eight short weekly sessions. Another format that works well is the staff retreat, whether it be for one evening, a full day, or a weekend. We can fit your schedule.
Staff-Lay Leadership Team
Staff and lay leadership know they are most effective when there is the
kind of honest communication that informs everyone what is really going
on. They hope to develop a climate where they can give each other helpful
feedback on their work instead of just hoping or wondering if others feel
OK about it. It is vital, for true team functioning, to be able to speak
honestly to one another in the spirit of encouragement, wanting each to
have fruitful ministry within and beyond the congregation. We have worked
with a number of church staff and lay leadership teams who want to improve
their ability to work together. Talk to us about a format that fits your
needs. .
Building an Effective Leadership Team
"Building an Effective Leadership Team" is a Friday evening-Saturday event for a congregation's Board, Vestry, or Council. Contact us to book one for your congregation or parish.
We begin with looking at leadership, then review the four key functions of the parish leadership:
- Vision Guardians
- Spiritual Guides
- Community Builders, and
- Congregational Designers.
