Past Events

This session will introduce participants to the process of strategic planning from the frame of congregations and non-profit organizations. We will explore the process from visioning to implementation, including input gathering tools, values-based means of discerning purpose, the process to discern both the vision as well as the specific, time-based goals and strategies to achieve them. Governance and the roles of staff, board and volunteer groups will be covered. This 90-minute conversation will serve as an introduction to the processes…

This 90-minute session introduces participants to restorative justice practices in faith communities. Facilitated by Rev. Paul Langston-Daley, the session will give a brief overview of forms of restorative justice before doing a more thorough exploration of restorative justice circles. Participants will leave with an understanding of the preparation, execution, and follow-up for community building and conflict resolution circle processes. A list of next-step resources will be provided.

This 90-minute training will cover best practices for congregations trying to engage their membership as well as the wider community. We will discuss the modern "information overload environment" and how to best get the right information to the right people and the right time while minimizing staff and volunteer time. Cost and resource allocation as well as an introduction to communications strategy planning will be covered.