ONLINE LEARNING COHORTS
The Presbyterian Mission Agency’s Office of Christian Formation is offering multiple online, coach-facilitated cohorts for leaders this fall.
These 6-week cohorts will run October 14 through November 22.
The Fall 2024 cohort menu includes 11 groups, each focused on a different area of ministry. The cohorts below may be of particular interest to those in Older Adult Ministry.
Essentials for Older Adult Ministry
Ministry with older adults is an important component of ministry for congregations and other faith-based organizations. When was the last time you considered what was working well, and what might benefit from a fresh look? What are “the essentials” and how well does your ministry incorporate them? This cohort will use the Expressions of Older Adult Ministry training modules that explore theological frameworks and best practices as we consider together models and approaches for serving our older adults.
Coach: Sarah Erickson
Time: Wednesdays, October 16-November 20; 2 p.m. Eastern
Becoming an Intergenerational Community
Becoming an intergenerational church or faith community is more than offering programming. It’s about lasting relationships where mutuality and reciprocity are core. It takes time and commitment from the community. This cohort will have ministry leaders explore and share best practices, introduce resources and tools, share successes and failures, and set goals for their individual contexts.
Coach: Becky D’Angelo Veitch
Meetings: Mondays. October 14, 21, 28, November 4, November 25 and December 2; 1:30 p.m. Eastern
Dates
Six 90-minute sessions held weekly beginning the week of October 14, 2024
Time
Each cohort has its own scheduled meeting time and day of week. See cohort description for details.
Registration Fee
FREE
Registration
Closes on October 4 or when a cohort is full, so register early
For More Information
If you desire additional info or have questions, contact Stephanie Fritz.
Frequently-Asked Questions
What is a cohort?
A cohort is a group of 5-8 leaders that have a similar focus or interest in ministry development. Colleagues learn and support one another while identifying goals, challenges, and options for the future.
Who can participate in these cohorts?
These cohorts are open to church or worshiping community leaders including educators, pastors, commissioned ruling elders (CRE), youth workers, and volunteers.
