​"This is a real opportunity for you to grow in great ways you might not expect,
​and for others to be benefitted by that growth.” 
​~ Rev. Ben Kaiser, Emmanuel Lutheran Church

​Created specifically for the needs of pastors and congregations, this two-year development process includes individual coaching and leadership learning in a peer group format. 

Engaging, hands-on format includes:

• Integrating work, church and personal life together in a healthy way
• Influencing and leading the congregation and developing other Christian leaders
• Growing and putting faith into action
• Individualized learning, accountability and coaching

​Shared journey
The group of leaders will explore key paths that are critical to pastoral and congregational impact:

• Personal Leadership
• Shared Leadership
• Discipleship Integration
• Congregational Leadership

Leadership Learning Communities are created and led by
​Dr. Vanessa Seifert who has deep roots in the church currently serving a call as a Director of Christian Education and Discipleship Catalyst at Calvary Lutheran Church in Lincoln. She has personally served three congregations and understands the unique dynamics of pastoral ministry, lay leaders and congregations.

Participation in Leadership Learning Communities is by invitation only. If you are interested in participating in the group that is forming for 2020, please connect with Vanessa for more information. ​

“Our explorations in the Leadership Learning Community have led us to dig deep in discussion and prayer as we discover what God has planned for us to make a concrete difference in our community. I'm excited to see where the Spirit leads us.”
​~ Rev. Adam Snoberger, Trinity Lutheran Church