Event
Cultivating & Enriching Faith and Community
- From 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, November 03 to Tuesday, November 03
- 8:30 PM
- Online Workshop
- From 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, November 10 to Tuesday, November 10
- 8:30 PM
- Online Workshop
- From 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, November 17 to Tuesday, November 17
- 8:30 PM
- Online Workshop
- From 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, November 24 to Tuesday, November 24
- 8:30 PM
- Online Workshop
- From 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, December 01 to Tuesday, December 01
- 8:30 PM
- Online Workshop
Event Summary
A thriving church community doesn’t happen by accident. It grows as we intentionally reflect on our mission, identity, culture, and relationships. This course invites participants into meaningful conversations about what it means to care for one another, build authentic connections, equip and encourage one another for ministry, and celebrate God’s work in our lives and communities. Join us for a series of engaging and encouraging discussions, facilitated by Bishop Scott Johnson and Bishop Emeritus Pastor Dave deFreese, as together we explore God’s calling for our congregations and how we can faithfully live out that calling in community.
Format and Schedule
- Format: Online (live, interactive sessions)
- Dates: Tuesday evenings — November 3, 10, 17, 24, and December 1
- Time:
- 7:00–8:30 p.m. Central Time
- 6:00–7:30 p.m. Mountain Time
- Continuing Education: 7.5 hours
- Last day to register: November 2, 2026
Cost
- General registration: $25
- With PMA continuing education credit: $55
Facilitator
Bishop Scott Johnson and Bishop Emeritus, Pastor Dave deFreese
Bishop Scott Johnson and Bishop Emeritus Pastor Dave deFreese bring deep experience in congregational life, pastoral leadership, and synod-wide ministry. Together, they will guide participants through conversations that help congregations listen for God’s call, reflect on their shared life, and imagine faithful next steps in ministry and mission.
Who Should Attend
Everyone who cares about the life and future of their congregation is welcome.
This course is especially fitting for:
- Congregation members of all ages
- Council members and lay leaders
- Pastors, deacons, and other rostered ministers
- Ministry staff and volunteers
- Anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of God’s calling in community
No special role or prior experience is required, just a desire to listen, learn, and grow together.