LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Christian Leaders have Inadequate Training Resources
Many ministry leaders lack the finances and access to the most effective leadership and organizational skills training. Nearly 1/4 of all ministry leaders in Greater New York earn less than $50,000 annually and 29% are worried about their finances. Eight-one percent of these leaders desire additional training resources. The NYCLC seeks to provide ministry leaders with affordable, world-class training opportunities.
NYCLC Programs
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Willow Creek Association Leadership Summit: This annual leadership training event is a movement of men and women with a relentless mission to develop leaders for the sake of their church and communities. The Leadership Summit is broadcast live via satellite to over 140 locations nationally and features best of class speakers, training and resources...click here for more information
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The NYC Leadership Fellows Program: This program takes a group of ministry and non-profit leaders through a 9-month course focused on leadership and skills development. This program will start with its first class in the Fall of 2010...click here for more information
The Leader's Pathway: A Vital Walk with God
By Rev. Bill Hybels
Years ago, I began to notice that various leaders whom I respected went about their walks with God in vastly different ways. The variety was stunning to me...click here to download article
An Engaged Leader
Edwin Colon, New Baptist Temple - Brooklyn
At the young age of 34, Edwin became the senior pastor of the oldest Baptist church in Brooklyn, The New Baptist Temple. Given that he had only completed the 7th grade, Edwin realized that he lacked the skills needed to meet the leadership challenges facing his congregation. He constantly read books and attended events to develop his leadership capacity. Church life also was messy as existing and newer church members clashed on how to move the church forward. "We were together in one building, but not one in unity," says Edwin. He heard about the Willow Creek Leadership Summit, which is facilitated by The NYCLC. Edwin proposed their church leaders not only attend a regional satellite site, but also camp-out in the church during the course of the event. Thus began a bonding and training experience which they've continued every year since.
Exponential Impact: Edwin and his leadership team have participated in the annual Leadership Summit each year since 2005. During and after the Summit, they spend extended time discussing the leadership principles learned and together determine the vision and direction of the church for the upcoming year. Because of this, there is a spirit of unity and ownership within his leadership team and throughout the church. The Leadership Summit has been priceless for this congregation.