INVEST IN YOUR PARISH LEADERSHIP ROLE – Last chance to join! Sign up by January 12 !

OCLI – 5/1/21

As the body of Christ, we are called to encourage one another. To do this, we need connections!

You are invited to participate in a new Peer Learning opportunity sponsored by the Orthodox Christian Leadership Initiative. Join a cohort that fits your schedule and leadership role. Each group will meet virtually each month, January through June, for at least one hour under the guidance of a trained facilitator. Before each meeting, you will receive a short article, podcast, or video link related to the chosen topic as a way to kick-off the monthly conversation. After an enriching discussion, each member will be encouraged to implement one takeaway concept or practice. The cohort structure will keep us together, committed, and accountable as we strive to be faithful stewards in our leadership responsibilities.

Hear more on Orthodoxy Live as Fr. Evan Armatas interviews board member, Claire Nobles, about this great resource!

The Pan-Orthodox Peer Learning program is for:

• Clergy
• Parish Council Presidents
• Church Treasurers
• Council Members and Ministry Leaders
• New or Emerging Leaders

 Choose a group that fits your role and schedule!

 Cohort                                                           Meet Monthly, Jan.-June

Clergy                                                            Begin Jan. 12, then 1^st Tuesdays

10am PT/ 1pm ET

Mixed Clergy and Lay Leaders                  Begin Jan. 12, then 1^st Tuesdays

5pm PT / 8pm ET

Parish Council Members                            3^rd Thursdays, 7am PT/ 10 am ET

Sample Topics Include: 

• Resilience
• Casting vision
• Engaging people in service
• Setting boundaries
• Avoiding burn-out
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Cultivating trust
• Building consensus
• Good governance processes
• Onboarding new leaders
• Succession planning
• Running efficient meetings
• Aligning budget to mission
• How to talk about money
• Financial transparency
• Financial audits
• Communication strategies

Registration fee is $96 total for six months, January through June 2021.  Sign up today!

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