Courses Search All Courses25 AlphabeticalNewly Created All InstructorsAmy BeasleyAnthony BraswellBen WarrickBrandon GoffChris RyanClint ClaypooleDennis PageEleni KelleyErin BurlesonFred GarmonJames McIntyreJared WaldropJohn-Paul BurdashawMarcelo FerrieraMark SwankMichael BallScott NealScott SaulsStephanie NoblesSteve HallTravis Smith Free 5 Lessons 20 Things a Minister Needs to Know Dennis Page We have all had moments in ministry when we’ve said, “WOW! I wish I had known *that* when I was getting started!” Well, there’s no teacher like personal experience. Bishop Dennis Page shares a wealth of knowledge from his own experiences and years of partnering with local church pastors in this course titled “20 Things a Minister Needs to Know.” Free 11 Lessons Alternative Resources: Grant Funding James McIntyre Vision is a clear mental picture of what could be, fueled by the conviction that it should be. However, we are often faced with more VISION than we have RESOURCES? How do we actually fund the mission that God has put in our hearts? In this course, you’ll learn practical information on creative ways to fund the vision. Free 4 Lessons Basics of Graphic Design Eleni Kelley Graphic design can be completely overwhelming. We know how we want it to look, but we aren’t always sure how to make that happen. Or, we know how to make it happen, we just don’t have the time! In this course, you’ll learn how to create quick and easy designs using pre-made templates. You’ll also learn basics in Photoshop and where to go to find FREE and paid resources. Once you finish this course, you’ll look like a graphic design pro! Free 5 Lessons Being Stretched Scott Sauls Many of us are aware of the physical benefits of exercising and stretching for our health. We also need to realize that stretching ourselves spiritually and in our leadership capacity will help us to broaden our reach in those areas. In this course, we will explore three essential components to being stretched in any area of our lives. Free 3 Lessons Children’s Ministry Inner Structure Chris Ryan A strong ministry is always supported by a strong structure. In this course we take a look at several key fundamental elements that create a structure to support a thriving and growing Children’s Ministry that supports all areas of Family Ministry. Free 6 Lessons Closing the Gap Clint Claypoole Are you experiencing the frustration that many leaders experience when our current reality doesn’t match up with the dream that is in our hearts? In this course you’ll learn how to move from a current reality of today to a defined goal for tomorrow? Free 3 Lessons Creating Engaging Children’s Services Chris Ryan There are a lot of days our kids ministry can look and sound a lot like a circus. In this course we look at how to prepare our volunteers, kids and all the resources available to us to create a worship experience for children to encounter a loving Savior. Free 3 Lessons Evaluation: Assessing You, Your Team & Your Events Ben Warrick In leadership, it’s often difficult to know when we are winning or hitting our goals. How do you measure the effectiveness of your own leadership, team or ministry? In this course, we will learn healthy tools, processes and systems that are necessary in creating a culture of success. Free 4 Lessons Finding Your Ministries Identity Travis Smith One thing we all want in this life is to know our purpose. Just as we all have a personality as individuals, so do our ministries. God has given each of our ministries a unique identity that He wants to use to reach the community He has placed us in. Let’s discover some practical steps to help discover the depth of our ministry’s personality beyond the Great Commission. Free 4 Lessons From Guests to Givers Scott Sauls The local church has been strategically positioned to make a difference in a local community. Unfortunately, many communities do not know that our churches exist. In this course, we will discuss the importance of reaching beyond our four walls so hopefully people will attend our services. Then, we can take action steps to move them from guests to givers. Free 2 Lessons Growing Beyond Scott Neal Want to reach the people of your city? Want to make a lasting impact in your culture? You won’t if you remain an average church in North America. But, if you want to rise above average, this course is for you. We talk through why many churches never break the 200 barrier and what exactly must happen for your church to not only grow but make a lasting impact for generations to come. Free 5 Lessons How to Successfully Lead a Worship Team Marcelo Ferriera Being a dynamic worship leader goes way beyond talent. In this course we will discover the aspects that are often missed in leading an effective and “God honoring” team. Free 9 Lessons Influencing Your Community James McIntyre What does it look like to truly pastor our communities and make a significant impact as we love others with the love of Jesus? In this course, we will learn practical ways to influence our communities with the Gospel. Free 4 Lessons Keys to Effective Leadership Scott Neal What You Will Learn Quality Leadership The Key of Reality 6 Rules for Successful Leadership Casting a Realistic Eye The Key of Responsibility Free 6 Lessons Laughing & Lasting in Ministry Erin Burleson A life of ministry is never boring, and is packed full of purpose; but even the most passionate leader has contemplated quitting-or at least redefining our leadership roles. In this course, you’re invited to dig a little deeper into what it really takes to last through the demands of ministry life, and to stay true to the unique purpose that God designed within you. You are more than your title or your tasks, and your ability to endure is less a conversation about character and more a conversation about coping with the experiences and emotions that you face. This course on laughing and lasting in ministry will create interactive space for you to: Evaluate Theological Concepts for Personal Sustainability, Understand the Components of Clergy Well-being and Consider the Benefits of Well-being for our own contexts. Much of the content of this course is provided through The Flourishing In Ministry Project, Mendoza School of Business at Notre Dame. Find the full report of their work at: https://wellbeing.nd.edu/assets/198819/emerging_insights We would like to thank the Collective Resource Renewal for providing these resources. For more information, visit renewalresource.com Free 24 Lessons LeaderLabs 1.0 Fred Garmon Ten Essential Skills PROGRAM DISTINCTIVES FOCUS ON CONTEXT SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES Context is a critical component of successful leadership. A brilliant leader in one situation… Free 3 Lessons Multi-Campus Ministry Chris Ryan If you are currently or preparing to lead a campus in your church, you may have many questions. In this course we discuss 3 basic principles to help you and your campus kickoff on the right foot and keep moving in the right direction. Free 7 Lessons Next Level Christmas Brandon Goff Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to engage our communities and create unique experiences to lead others to Jesus. The Acts 2 Network wants to help resource and prepare pastors and churches to reach their communities even greater this Christmas! Enjoy these video interviews with professionals in each area that will encourage ideas, thoughts, and leadership wisdom as you prepare for Christmas! We would like to thank the Acts2Network for providing these resources. For more information, visit acts2network.org. Free 10 Lessons Stress Management:101 Amy Beasley In order to survive in today’s chaotic and crazy world, we need to properly manage stress levels, especially when it comes to “helping professions.” In this course, we will learn what is causing our stress and how to manage it in a healthy way. Free 1 Lesson The Nature of Young Adult Ministry Jared Waldrop Young adulthood may best be described using Charles Dickens quote, “The best of times and the worst of times!” Young adults are in the critical decade of their lives where they are learning to navigate relationships, financial decisions, making their faith their own and entering the scary world of adulthood. How can the church come alongside these young adults to help them walk out their faith in a practical way? Free 7 Lessons The Role of the Evangelist Michael Ball Free 9 Lessons The Uniqueness & Danger of Ministry Steve Hall The uniqueness and danger of ministry can often produce desert-like feelings, where we seek an oasis as a respite from the stress of our calling. Dramatic emotional swings are intrinsic to ministry duties such as baby dedications and funerals on the same day, first responder realities with vicarious secondary stress, and a margin less 24/7 demand, all cry for an oasis. Join Dr. Hall as he exposes the ministry’s uniqueness and danger while offering strategies to embrace that same uniqueness while mitigating the danger positively. Free 6 Lessons Volunteers & Building Teams Stephanie Nobles Building a dream team of volunteers is certainly a goal for every church family, but often we don't know how to get started and even more often, how to keep those teams growing. Your volunteers are not just filling a spot on the schedule - they are fulfilling their purpose! So, intentional recruitment and retention are key to a thriving dream team. In this course we will discuss how to do both in creative ways whether you're a church of 30 or 300+. Free 2 Lessons Where is God in the Midst of Tragedy? Mark Swank Over the past few years, so many leaders have been touched by pain, loss and grief. How are we to lead others through seasons of tragedy when we are dealing with the failout of our own pain and grief? How are leaders to respond when they may be facing their own crisis of faith? In this course, we will discover practical ways to walk with others through pain while we are walking through our own. Free 5 Lessons Why Small Groups? John-Paul Burdashaw Life change happens in the context of meaningful relationships. Small groups are a great tool of discipleship that will create an environment where your church family can grow in their knowledge and depth of insight, as well as create life-changing relationships. In this course, you’ll discover why small groups are so important and how to launch a dynamic small group ministry in your local church. Free 5 Lessons 20 Things a Minister Needs to Know Dennis Page We have all had moments in ministry when we’ve said, “WOW! I wish I had known *that* when I was getting started!” Well, there’s no teacher like personal experience. Bishop Dennis Page shares a wealth of knowledge from his own experiences and years of partnering with local church pastors in this course titled “20 Things a Minister Needs to Know.” Free 11 Lessons Alternative Resources: Grant Funding James McIntyre Vision is a clear mental picture of what could be, fueled by the conviction that it should be. However, we are often faced with more VISION than we have RESOURCES? How do we actually fund the mission that God has put in our hearts? In this course, you’ll learn practical information on creative ways to fund the vision. Free 4 Lessons Basics of Graphic Design Eleni Kelley Graphic design can be completely overwhelming. We know how we want it to look, but we aren’t always sure how to make that happen. Or, we know how to make it happen, we just don’t have the time! In this course, you’ll learn how to create quick and easy designs using pre-made templates. You’ll also learn basics in Photoshop and where to go to find FREE and paid resources. Once you finish this course, you’ll look like a graphic design pro! Free 5 Lessons Being Stretched Scott Sauls Many of us are aware of the physical benefits of exercising and stretching for our health. We also need to realize that stretching ourselves spiritually and in our leadership capacity will help us to broaden our reach in those areas. In this course, we will explore three essential components to being stretched in any area of our lives. Free 3 Lessons Children’s Ministry Inner Structure Chris Ryan A strong ministry is always supported by a strong structure. In this course we take a look at several key fundamental elements that create a structure to support a thriving and growing Children’s Ministry that supports all areas of Family Ministry. Free 6 Lessons Closing the Gap Clint Claypoole Are you experiencing the frustration that many leaders experience when our current reality doesn’t match up with the dream that is in our hearts? In this course you’ll learn how to move from a current reality of today to a defined goal for tomorrow? Free 3 Lessons Creating Engaging Children’s Services Chris Ryan There are a lot of days our kids ministry can look and sound a lot like a circus. In this course we look at how to prepare our volunteers, kids and all the resources available to us to create a worship experience for children to encounter a loving Savior. Free 3 Lessons Evaluation: Assessing You, Your Team & Your Events Ben Warrick In leadership, it’s often difficult to know when we are winning or hitting our goals. How do you measure the effectiveness of your own leadership, team or ministry? In this course, we will learn healthy tools, processes and systems that are necessary in creating a culture of success. Free 4 Lessons Finding Your Ministries Identity Travis Smith One thing we all want in this life is to know our purpose. Just as we all have a personality as individuals, so do our ministries. God has given each of our ministries a unique identity that He wants to use to reach the community He has placed us in. Let’s discover some practical steps to help discover the depth of our ministry’s personality beyond the Great Commission. Free 4 Lessons From Guests to Givers Scott Sauls The local church has been strategically positioned to make a difference in a local community. Unfortunately, many communities do not know that our churches exist. In this course, we will discuss the importance of reaching beyond our four walls so hopefully people will attend our services. Then, we can take action steps to move them from guests to givers. Free 2 Lessons Growing Beyond Scott Neal Want to reach the people of your city? Want to make a lasting impact in your culture? You won’t if you remain an average church in North America. But, if you want to rise above average, this course is for you. We talk through why many churches never break the 200 barrier and what exactly must happen for your church to not only grow but make a lasting impact for generations to come. Free 5 Lessons How to Successfully Lead a Worship Team Marcelo Ferriera Being a dynamic worship leader goes way beyond talent. In this course we will discover the aspects that are often missed in leading an effective and “God honoring” team. Free 9 Lessons Influencing Your Community James McIntyre What does it look like to truly pastor our communities and make a significant impact as we love others with the love of Jesus? In this course, we will learn practical ways to influence our communities with the Gospel. Free 4 Lessons Keys to Effective Leadership Scott Neal What You Will Learn Quality Leadership The Key of Reality 6 Rules for Successful Leadership Casting a Realistic Eye The Key of Responsibility Free 6 Lessons Laughing & Lasting in Ministry Erin Burleson A life of ministry is never boring, and is packed full of purpose; but even the most passionate leader has contemplated quitting-or at least redefining our leadership roles. In this course, you’re invited to dig a little deeper into what it really takes to last through the demands of ministry life, and to stay true to the unique purpose that God designed within you. You are more than your title or your tasks, and your ability to endure is less a conversation about character and more a conversation about coping with the experiences and emotions that you face. This course on laughing and lasting in ministry will create interactive space for you to: Evaluate Theological Concepts for Personal Sustainability, Understand the Components of Clergy Well-being and Consider the Benefits of Well-being for our own contexts. Much of the content of this course is provided through The Flourishing In Ministry Project, Mendoza School of Business at Notre Dame. Find the full report of their work at: https://wellbeing.nd.edu/assets/198819/emerging_insights We would like to thank the Collective Resource Renewal for providing these resources. For more information, visit renewalresource.com Free 24 Lessons LeaderLabs 1.0 Fred Garmon Ten Essential Skills PROGRAM DISTINCTIVES FOCUS ON CONTEXT SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES Context is a critical component of successful leadership. A brilliant leader in one situation… Free 3 Lessons Multi-Campus Ministry Chris Ryan If you are currently or preparing to lead a campus in your church, you may have many questions. In this course we discuss 3 basic principles to help you and your campus kickoff on the right foot and keep moving in the right direction. Free 7 Lessons Next Level Christmas Brandon Goff Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to engage our communities and create unique experiences to lead others to Jesus. The Acts 2 Network wants to help resource and prepare pastors and churches to reach their communities even greater this Christmas! Enjoy these video interviews with professionals in each area that will encourage ideas, thoughts, and leadership wisdom as you prepare for Christmas! We would like to thank the Acts2Network for providing these resources. For more information, visit acts2network.org. Free 10 Lessons Stress Management:101 Amy Beasley In order to survive in today’s chaotic and crazy world, we need to properly manage stress levels, especially when it comes to “helping professions.” In this course, we will learn what is causing our stress and how to manage it in a healthy way. Free 1 Lesson The Nature of Young Adult Ministry Jared Waldrop Young adulthood may best be described using Charles Dickens quote, “The best of times and the worst of times!” Young adults are in the critical decade of their lives where they are learning to navigate relationships, financial decisions, making their faith their own and entering the scary world of adulthood. How can the church come alongside these young adults to help them walk out their faith in a practical way? Free 7 Lessons The Role of the Evangelist Michael Ball Free 9 Lessons The Uniqueness & Danger of Ministry Steve Hall The uniqueness and danger of ministry can often produce desert-like feelings, where we seek an oasis as a respite from the stress of our calling. Dramatic emotional swings are intrinsic to ministry duties such as baby dedications and funerals on the same day, first responder realities with vicarious secondary stress, and a margin less 24/7 demand, all cry for an oasis. Join Dr. Hall as he exposes the ministry’s uniqueness and danger while offering strategies to embrace that same uniqueness while mitigating the danger positively. Free 6 Lessons Volunteers & Building Teams Stephanie Nobles Building a dream team of volunteers is certainly a goal for every church family, but often we don't know how to get started and even more often, how to keep those teams growing. Your volunteers are not just filling a spot on the schedule - they are fulfilling their purpose! So, intentional recruitment and retention are key to a thriving dream team. In this course we will discuss how to do both in creative ways whether you're a church of 30 or 300+. Free 2 Lessons Where is God in the Midst of Tragedy? Mark Swank Over the past few years, so many leaders have been touched by pain, loss and grief. How are we to lead others through seasons of tragedy when we are dealing with the failout of our own pain and grief? How are leaders to respond when they may be facing their own crisis of faith? In this course, we will discover practical ways to walk with others through pain while we are walking through our own. Free 5 Lessons Why Small Groups? John-Paul Burdashaw Life change happens in the context of meaningful relationships. Small groups are a great tool of discipleship that will create an environment where your church family can grow in their knowledge and depth of insight, as well as create life-changing relationships. In this course, you’ll discover why small groups are so important and how to launch a dynamic small group ministry in your local church.