Category: Leadership Strategies & Resources
Orientation to Ministry
In this video resource, members of the MN Board of Ordained Ministry explain the order of elder,...
Read MoreRethinking Church Properties
This is a recording of the webinar Dr. Michael Beck led to share stories of how his church found...
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Neurodiversity in a Nutshell
https://mnumc.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/Neurodiversity%20in%20a%20Nutshell.docx Written by Alicia...
Read MoreOrientation to Interim Ministry
Susan Nienaber (Director of Congregational Vitality) leads a discussion with experienced interim...
Read MoreDifficult Behaviors in the Church
Susan Nienaber and Chris Kneen share insights and resources for leading with difficult behaviors...
Read MoreRev. Dr. Michael Beck: Fresh Expressions
Beck is co-pastor of Wildwood and St. Marks UMCs in Florida, and a network of fresh expressions...
Read MoreThe Pastor-Lay Leader Relationship
Pastor Taylor Johnson and Certified Lay Minister Del Larson from Grace UMC in Moorhead, MN discuss...
Read MoreVital Rural Ministries
Rev. Susan Nienaber (Director of Congregational Vitality) discusses rural church ministry with...
Read MoreSimplified Governance (Part 2): The Process of Good Governance
In part two, Dr. Vincent provides tips and resources to foster adaptive governance structures and...
Read MoreSimplified Governance (Part 1): The Purpose of Good Governance
In part one, Dr. Vincent will focus on the purpose of governance. She articulates the differences...
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Ending Well: Resources for Ministry Transitions
These resources are designed to guide clergy through an appointment change. Click the links below...
Read MoreCovenant of Support of Clergy Colleague
https://mnumc.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/Covenant%20of%20Support%20of%20Clergy%20Colleague.2.Revised%202018.docx This document outlines the covenant btween clergy during an appointment transition to make this change as healthy as...
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Recommended Opportunity: Join the 2025 Lenten Study: ‘The Third Day’ by Bishop Tom Berlin
