This course is designed for priests and/or lay people serving in the primary role of leadership in a small congregation. This cohort will provide training in the ins and outs of running a parish liturgically, pastorally, and administratively as well as support and resources for ministry particularly focused on the church calendar in this season of the year. Participants will learn effective methods of church administration, basic principles in pastoral care, and helpful ideas for liturgy. Cohort members will explore both big-picture topics and practical details such as what organizational systems work best for their church, how to plan for the bishop’s visit, and/or what stewardship in a small church looks like. The content of the course will also be shaped, in large part, to the specific needs of members of the cohort.

Instructor: The Rev. Canon Leyla King

Day/Time: Wednesdays, 2:00p-3:30p CDT

Dates: September 11-November 13