VITAL CHURCH MODULES
As part of our on-going rhythm of exploring “why” and “how” church, and equipping ourselves for leadership in ministry, Vital Church Gatherings will take place 3 times a year: Fall, Winter, & Spring. Gatherings will be in-person, online, or hybrid depending the topic and time of year!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Kids these days! accompanying young people in a changing world
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
10am-4pm
Faith Journey - West Fargo & on ZOOM
“We wish we had more youth" is a common lament and conversation in many congregations, and one without an easy answer! Together will share research around the beliefs and perspectives of young people, explore how the world has changed, and wonder about the shifts the church can make to make space for and accompany young people. Join Dr. Michael Chan, Kristina Johnson Dernier, and Deacon Erin Power for a day of exploring how we as the church love and accompany kids these days!
Those participating via zoom are welcome to attend as a team or small group with their congregation.
Contact Deacon Erin Power with any questions: deaconerin@eandsynod.org
Registration deadline: September 30, 2024
more about vital conversations for church leaders
Needing a jump start of new ideas? Looking for conversation partners to explore options? Are you a new ministry leader? Join these vital conversations for church leaders to explore new ideas, learn in community, and foster creativity in ministry. The guiding principles for our vital conversations are:
We will take a deep dive on various topics through 1-day gatherings, with in-person and digital options available. In addition, optional post-event conversation cohorts are available.
vital church modules
VITAL CHURCH: COMMUNITY & WELCOME (past event)
Date: Saturday, May 4, 2024,10am - 4pm
Trinity Lutheran, Jamestown & on ZOOM
This session focused on how we might create more accessible and community-centered spaces and gatherings.
Vital Church: Communication & Community (Past event)
Saturday, May 6th, 2023 10am-4:30pm
Messiah Lutheran Church, Fargo
This session focused on how we show up as leaders in our contexts and how to navigate and manage systems in order to foster healthier conversation and communities.
Vital Church: MODELS FOR MINISTRY (past event)
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Trinity Lutheran, Cooperstown
Both the church and the world look different today than they did 5, 10, 20, or even 50 years ago! What needs to be adjusted for the sake of a vital and sustainable witness? How might we shape and adapt how we do church to fit who we are today? Together we will explore structures for shared ministry, leadership, worship and community partnerships, learning with and from leaders who are exploring new ways to make ministry work!
Vital Church: Models for Ministry Introduction (Past event)
Sunday, November 12, 2023
ZOOM
Both the church and the world look different today than they did 5, 10, 20, or even 50 years ago! What needs to be adjusted for the sake of a vital and sustainable witness? This shortened version will give an introduction to different models and structures for congregations and leaders interested in beginning this conversation.
