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2023 Faith Formation Cohorts

In 2023, several cohorts options will be offered for faith formation leaders to choose from. Registration will open mid-October. 

Youth Ministry
2nd Thursday of the month in the morning
$200
Contact Christy for more details about the cohort
Cohort Leader: Rev. Christy Miller White

 

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Children’s Ministry

Foundations Cohort for Children’s Ministry Leaders

Designed for leaders who want to build connections with other leaders across Michigan and learn or refresh on basics of Children’s Ministry. This cohort will feature a balance of guest presenters on various relevant topics and learning and working together.
2nd Tuesday of the month from 9:30am – 11:30am
$200
Includes 9 meetings (on Zoom or hybrid), 2-3 books related to the topics, summer faith formation leader event, and more.
Cohort Leader: Rev. Kathy Pittenger

 

Seasoned Leaders Cohort

Designed for experienced leaders who are looking to grow in their knowledge of ministry and build connection with other leaders. The cohort will feature guest presenters on various relevant topics, idea incubation process and systems with opportunities to share ideas and provide support and feedback, and time for building connection and sharing ideas.
4th Thursday of the month from 9:30am – 11:30am
$200
Includes 9 meetings (on Zoom or hybrid), 2-3 books related to the topics, summer faith formation leader event, and more.
Cohort Leader: Rev. Kathy Pittenger

 

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New for 2023!!
Faith Formation Cohort

Designed for part-time and unpaid faith formation leaders for all ages, especially for small churches. The cohort will feature guest presenters on various relevant topics and creating connections for shared ministry among leaders across Michigan.
2nd Thursday of the month from 7:30-9:00pm
$50
Includes 8 meetings (on Zoom), 1 book
Cohort Leader: Rev. Kathy Pittenger

 

Lay people can apply for a grant from the Michigan Conference Board of Laity. The deadline to apply is October 1, 2022. You can use the “Leadership Training Registration Fee” option for the primary focus question. If you do not qualify for or receive a grant from the Board of Laity, scholarships are available. Contact Kathy Pittenger for more information.

More details about each cohort and the registration will be available by mid-October or you can contact Christy or Kathy for more information.

Last Updated on September 23, 2022

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