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Lead in Evangelism

Lead in Evangelism

A Leader's Guide to Transforming Evangelism  
Discipleship Resources
Evangelism is about our relationship to God and those we come in contact with daily. This course connects witness with spiritual formation, leading participants to a greater understanding of the importance of evangelism for all involved. It also incorporates Wesleyan insights for a 21st-century audience. A Leader's Guide to Transforming Evangelism is used alongside the text Transforming Evangelism by Henry H. Knight III and F. Douglas Powe Jr. Available only as a PDF download. Notes: Permi...
Lead in Stewardship

Lead in Stewardship

A Leader's Guide to Afire with God  
Discipleship Resources
Stewardship is a dirty word in most churches. Pastors preach about it knowing they must, while members sit uncomfortably through the "it's-that-time-again" sermons and other appeals. Church members need to be encouraged to go beyond thinking in terms of dollars contributed in order to see stewardship as becoming living examples of the gospel. Included in the basic text Afire with God are examples for faithful stewardship of the earth, ways to reinvigorate stewardship in worship, long-range pl...
Concepts in Leadership II

Concepts in Leadership II

Refresher Course for Local Church Leaders  
Discipleship Resources
Concepts in Leadership II is designed to be a refresher course for local church lay speakers, but it may be used for leadership development in any setting. Designed to be taught in one 5-hour session, this PDF-formatted course may be divided into multiple sessions for use in a Sunday school class or small-group setting. After completing this course, participants will be able to: Recognize God's call upon them to leadership Describe the spiritual nature of leadership and use spiritual pract...
Lay Speakers Teach Adults

Lay Speakers Teach Adults

Advanced Course  
Diana L. Hynson
This is a course on teaching and leader development, intended for educators and volunteers in the local church, as well as those seeking advanced certification for lay speaking. "The Lay Speaking Ministries of The United Methodist Church provide an opportunity for called and dedicated Christians to serve in their congregations and communities," writes Hynson. "As you progress in developing your service and skills as a lay speaker, this course will help you become more competent in teaching an...
Call and Covenant for Ministry

Call and Covenant for Ministry

Module 1, Certified Lay Minister Training  
The purpose of this module is to: provide a basic overview of the call to ministry, theology, and ordering of ministry in The United Methodist Church; explain the role of certified lay minister; support the formation of a mutual ministry team for learning and leading in the congregation; develop a ministry covenant to guide the mission of the church. Notes: Permission is granted to the purchaser to photocopy for educational purposes. Sorry, this item is not eligible for special promotio...
The Practice of Ministry

The Practice of Ministry

Module 2, Certified Lay Minister Training  
Discipleship Resources
This module covers basic skills the certified lay minister should know: leading worship preaching and sharing faith forming discipleship ministries providing congregational care. The Practice of Ministry is intended to be used by the certified lay minister, the mutual ministry team supporting the process in the local church, and the equipping clergyperson assigned. Notes: Permission is granted to the purchaser to photocopy for educational purposes. Sorry, this item is not eligible for s...
What Every Leader Needs to Know About Leading Meetings

What Every Leader Needs to Know About Leading Meetings

(formerly Leading in a Congregation)  
Betsey Heavner
An examination of the purpose of meetings, planning meetings, and dealing with change and conflict. Each PDF in the "What Every Leader Needs to Know" series provides practical, basic help to enable leaders to create environments for faith formation, model Christian spiritual development grounded in the means of grace, and equip all people to be in ministry in their daily lives. Also included are interactive exercises and a bibliography for additional exploration of the subject. Ideal for past...
What Every Leader Needs to Know about Mission and Vision

What Every Leader Needs to Know about Mission and Vision

(formerly Leading with Purpose)  
Carol F. Krau
PDF Download Connects congregational mission and vision with the gifts needed to accomplish such a purpose. Each PDF in the "What Every Leader Needs to Know" series provides practical, basic help to enable leaders to create environments for faith formation, model Christian spiritual development grounded in the means of grace, and equip all people to be in ministry in their daily lives. Also included are interactive exercises and a bibliography for additional exploration of the subject. Ideal...
Organization for Ministry

Organization for Ministry

Module 3, Certified Lay Minister Training  
Discipleship Resources
The purpose of this module is to: provide a basic understanding of leadership, administration, and congregational development offer tools for maximizing leadership, organization, and resources for faithful and fruitful ministry in various kinds of congregations. Notes: Permission is granted to the purchaser to photocopy for educational purposes. Sorry, this item is not eligible for special promotional and bulk discounts. This is a nonreturnable, nonrefundable product. Other modules al...