February 2026 Church Council Training with Rev. Emily Carson
This focus of this training was on stewarding power with wisdom, humility, and care. The session offered tools for navigating conflict, building trust, and honoring boundaries in ways that support a thriving, healthy church culture.
Please contact the synod office if you would like to receive slides and the recording of this training.
February 2025 Church Council Training Resources
Watch the Recording - The focus of this recording is on constitutions and financial best practices.
Passcode: 3i?RN8E.
Documents:
- Congregational Model Audit Committee Charter
- Congregational Treasurers' and Bookkeepers' Financial and Accounting Guide
- ELCA Congregational Audit Guide
- Financial Best Practices PowerPoint
- Council Training Announcements
- Model Constitution for Congregations
March 2024 Church Council Workshop Resources
Click here to watch the Zoom recording.
Documents:
- Council Expectation Document (created by Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Hillsboro)
- Council Agenda Example (created by First Lutheran, Battle Lake)
- A Behavioral Covenant of Leadership Example (created by First Lutheran, Battle Lake)