Together We Can Make the Difference for our Church

Together We Can Make the Difference for our Church

by The Rev. Louise Johnson, LEAD Director of Leadership Development So many congregations and church leaders are struggling right now. Declining numbers of worshippers and a drop in giving exacerbated by a global pandemic and rising racial tensions have left many...
Culture of Planning – It’s time to drive focus

Culture of Planning – It’s time to drive focus

by Peggy Hahn – LEAD Executive Director Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Indeed, by faith our ancestors received approval. By faith we understand that the worlds were prepared by the word of God, so that what is...
DECONSTRUCT: An Advent Devotional

DECONSTRUCT: An Advent Devotional

by Rev. Louise Johnson, LEAD Director of Leadership Development Layers of a rock’s surface – the colors, the textures, and the life forms preserved in them – tell the story of a place. Peel back the layers and you will learn about seasons and challenges, about joys...
Living Every Day As Disciples

Living Every Day As Disciples

by Rev. Louise Johnson, LEAD Director of Leadership Development I came that they might have life, and have it abundantly. – John 10:10b Living Every Day As Disciples. As people of faith, we believe that leadership and discipleship are inextricably intertwined. We...
The Giving Project

The Giving Project

by Rev. Marla Rotman, LEAD Course Leader Join Rev. Marla Rotman for the Giving Project, a 3-session course for pastors and church leaders who want to inspire biblically-grounded, mission-focused generosity, without manipulation. The Giving Project My grandparents...