Help the congregation reflect on its priorities and consider whether they still align with its mission.
Provide insight to the call committee and any future candidates about the life and identity of the congregation.
Gain clarity about the kind of leadership the congregation needs moving forward.
Leading Congregations Through Transition
When a rostered leader leaves, the challenge facing the congregation is more than simply finding someone new to fill the role. It’s a moment that invites the whole community to pause, reflect, and prepare the ground for what God is growing next. This season of self-study—led by the church council, a call committee, or a transition team—is not just about planning; it’s about prayerfully listening and seeking wisdom for the road ahead.
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Our prayer for you...
"So we have not stopped praying for you since we first heard about you. We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding. Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord, and your lives will produce every kind of good fruit. All the while, you will grow as you learn to know God better and better (Colossians 1: 9-10)."
Sacred Listening as a Worship-Based Congregational Self-Study
Experience Sacred Listening, a transformative six-week self-study program rooted in worship. Cultivate reflection, prayer, and profound listening during Sunday services. Unify your congregation, simplify engagement, and discern the path to God's purpose together with your synod.
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