New Leaf Network has always loved sharing and learning from Canadian-specific data about religion, flourishing congregations, and the Christian faith. We know how important it is to understand Canadians and their perspectives. We’re so excited to be sharing with you a first-of-its-kind international research study conducted by Barna to help church leaders understand teenagers around the …
View course details “The Open Generation: Gen Z, Jesus & Justice”
In this course, students will be introduced to theological-ethical perspectives from liberation traditions with attention to various cultural, social, ethnic, and political contexts that have emerged from historically marginalized communities, with a focus on the United States and Latin America. This course places scholars from various liberation traditions (Latin American/Latinx, Black/Womanist, Indigenous, Asian American, Feminist, …
View course details “Theology and Ethics: Liberation Perspectives and Praxis”
Have you ever wanted to understand the original meaning of a New Testament text without having to take an academic course in Greek? Adding a little Greek to your sermons and adult education classes in a user-friendly way (for both you and your audience) can spice up your preaching and teaching. This course will introduce …
View course details “New Testament Greek for Ministry”
Leadership Transformations announces Crafting My Rule of Life: Online Studio. During these online sessions, you will be personally coached by Steve Macchia (author of Crafting a Rule of Life), as you complete a working draft of your rule of life. *Notes: Space is limited to allow for one-on-one engagement in this “studio” setting. Choose either …
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Learn from industry experts about Gen Z and Gen Alpha and what that means for your youth ministry context today in this masterclass webinar! Do you sometimes scratch your head trying to understand the younger generations? Are there ways we can reach them to tell them about Jesus? If so, how? The good news is …
View course details “Understanding & Communicating with Gen Z & Gen Alpha: A Masterclass”
An opportunity to read and discuss influential ministry texts in community online. There are many texts related to ministry that can challenge and make us better. It can be difficult to prioritize reading these books with all the other demands on our plate. Lifelong Learning is offering the opportunity to read and work through these …
View course details “Formation Fundamentals Book Group”
Ordained leaders develop throughout their lives. Over time, they hone clearer insights, abilities, skills, and habits, but they also run the risk of plateauing, stagnating and resorting to “auto-pilot.” Typical continuing education programs focus on short-term bursts of new learning, and while inspiring, do not yield long-term growth. Priests need spaces where they can focus on …
View course details “Thriving in Ministry Program”
Theological education for everyone. Explore issues that matter to your faith and community with leading scholars and experienced practitioners. A variety of short courses, most or all available online.
In our time together we’ll be reflecting on the value and variety of personal stories and how to make them a gift to those you love, to a congregation or small community, to others who may need what you have to share, or to a public you may never know. Knowing how and when to …
View course details “Personal Stories and the Purposes They Serve”
Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. Mark 11:24 Prayer is most commonly described as “talking to God”. Is there a right way to pray in order to increase the efficacy of our prayers? Join us as we delve into the …
View course details “THE POWER OF PRAYER”
