A Getting to Know You Process for Hubs
05.12.25 | Vital Change
Building authentic relationships is at the heart of discipleship and vital change.
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05.12.25 | Vitality
Missional Action Planning Resources Every congregation and collaborative hub is on a journey to vitality. Some are discerning what God is calling them to do. Others are clear on their calling but seek help to bring their ministries to life. No...
Our Values Define Us
03.03.25 | Vital Change
The following article provides a brief look into restructuring for Vital Change and Our Shared Values. It is designed to be shared in church newsletters, websites, in bulletins, or in any way that's helpful. Download a PDF of the...
Case Study: Using Values to Guide Vital Change
03.03.25 | Vital Change
Case Study: St. Matthew's New Life Our values create a pathway for Vital Change. Like many other churches, St. Matthew’s New Life UMC in Baltimore is embracing our shared values to extend Christ’s ministry in meaningful...
Reflect on Shared Values Personally
01.13.25 | Vital Change
An exercise to explore our shared values personally or as a small group reflection.
Training Tuesdays: Statistical Report Training - 2024
12.17.24 | Administration & Operations, Finance, Training Tuesdays, Trustees, Church Council, SPRC/PPRC, Church Conference
Speakers: Dave Schoeller, Paul Eichelberger, and John Gauthier It’s that time of the year again, Statistical Report Season. This is our second year using the new AC Stats system, so plan to join us as we refamiliarize ourselves with...
Training Tuesdays: Leadership and Church Administration: Mastering Meeting Dynamics
12.10.24 | Leader Development, Administration & Operations, Finance, Training Tuesdays, Trustees, Church Council, SPRC/PPRC, Nominations
Presenter: Dr. Teresa Holder, Ph.D., Professor of Communication and Head of the Department of Communication at Meredith College Meeting planning and unexpected meeting dynamics can present challenges and limit any well-intentioned team or...
Training Tuesdays: Living Well: A Holistic Approach to a Balanced Life
12.03.24 | Leader Development, Clergy Care, Center for vital leadership, Training Tuesdays, SPRC/PPRC
Presenters: Twanda King, Amanda McMurtrey, Martha Meredith, and Jack Shitama Living Well is a holistic approach to living based on Christ’s command to “love the Lord your God with all of your heart, and with all of your soul...
Training Tuesdays: Your Church Doesn't Need More Volunteers
11.12.24 | Administration & Operations, Training Tuesdays, Church Council, Nominations, Church Conference
Presenter: Rev. Bill Brown, Director of Innovative Evangelism Most churches say they need more volunteers. But answer this honestly: What is your theology of serving? How well is your church equipping people to offer their spiritual gifts...
Training Tuesdays: The ABCs of the SPRC
10.29.24 | Administration & Operations, Training Tuesdays, SPRC/PPRC, Church Conference
While the work of the SPRC can at times become complicated, giving attention to the essential organization, duties and annual rhythm of the SPRC can provide a vital foundation for the committee's work. In this Training Tuesday, you will receive...