Communities of Learning

Clergy Development Groups

The Ekklesia Project

At its annual gathering, the Ekklesia Project fosters conversation between Christians about what it means to follow Jesus Christ.

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Congregational Development – Conflict Management Workshops

The Episcopal Diocese of Georgia hosts an annual four-day conflict management skills workshop, led by Congregational Development consultants.

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Pinnacle Leadership Associates

These counselors and consultants based in Chapin, SC, offer clergy coaching and training in areas such as emotional intelligence.

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UNCO – Unconference for Church Leaders

The annual ecumenical “unconference” offers three days of worship and open space discussion about the church and its future.

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All Saints Company

A San Francisco-based organization that holds workshops related to creative worship and leadership.

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Foundations of Christian Leadership

Participants in this learning community at Duke University hone administrative skills and explore concepts of traditioned innovation and transformative leadership.

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Center for Congregational Health – Training

Offers classes on topics such as interim ministry, emotional intelligence, and leadership development; based in Thomasville, NC, and Lynchburg, VA.

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Pastoral Excellence Network

This organization seeks to strengthen and sustain pastoral leaders by offering events, peer learning experiences, and useful resources.

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Forum for Theological Exploration (FTE)

National organization (formerly called the Fund for Theological Education) that organizes gatherings of young church leaders.

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Shoemaker Center for Church Renewal

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary shares its resources with pastors through conferences, seminars, sabbaticals, and roundtable groups.

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