Join the Vital Congregations journey with ELCA and Kindling Faith! This six-month coaching program, starting on September 21, provides congregational teams with the tools to develop strategic plans for thriving ministries. Each monthly session includes practical resources and the support of a trained coach, helping congregations thrive in faith and outreach. Register here or download a flyer here.

Is your congregation ready to thrive? The ELCA Vital Congregations program, in collaboration with ELCA Evangelism, ELCA Coaching, and Kindling Faith, offers an incredible opportunity for congregations to embark on a joyful journey toward thriving in spirit, community, and outreach.

Designed to support congregational teams of up to five members, this special cohort will focus on developing a strategic plan to engage communities in fresh, meaningful ways. Through six monthly, 3-hour online sessions, you will receive guidance from trained coaches experienced in congregational vitality, ensuring that your ministry remains relevant and impactful in today’s culture.

Session Dates:

Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Jan 18, Feb 8, and Mar 15

Time: 9 am – 12 pm PT (Noon – 3 pm ET)

Each session includes inspirational stories, practical support, and resources such as supplemental Bible studies and book recommendations. Between sessions, your dedicated coach will check in to offer additional strategies and ensure your congregation stays on track. Recordings and digital resources will be available to all registered participants.

Whether you’re looking to deepen internal spiritual growth or strengthen connections with your neighborhood, this program offers a flexible approach. You can even transform the monthly Zoom sessions into full-day retreats to maximize your team’s engagement.

Register Today!

Visit this link to secure your spot. Registration is available for congregations at varying price points, so be sure to sign up soon—our first session begins on September 21! If you have any questions, please reach out to kindlingfaith@uls.edu.

Together, we can envision and build thriving, vital congregations ready to be the Church in the world today!