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SUMMARY:Cultivating Generous Congregations Seminar
DESCRIPTION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities and the MN Conference of the United Church of Christ (UCC) are offering a one-day workshop on congregational fundraising\, a partnership made possible by a denomination grant. \nCultivating Generous Congregations maps the new landscape of religious giving and stewardship and provides you and your team with tools for building a culture of generosity unique to the congregation’s needs and challenges. As the Lake Institute says about the training: \n“We invite you and your ministry team to participate in a seminar experience that could change the way you and your congregation approach giving and generosity. Cultivating Generous Congregations (CGC) is an interactive seminar offered… in partnership with denominational or network organizations\, demonstrating how pastors and ministry leaders can unearth and energize congregational generosity by exploring the significant and necessary steps to creating lasting cultural change within a congregation. Interactive segments of CGC explore theology\, the role of adaptive leadership\, fiscal transparency\, and the importance of donor care\, with action steps to impact the exploration and experience of generosity for both laity and clergy. This course can be tailored for many faith traditions or demographics.” \nAccording to The Lake Institute\, this seminar will help participants: \n\n\n\nrethink their role in church/meeting finances;\nbecome better stewards of their donors’ gifts; and\nawaken an ongoing spirit of generosity within their communities.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nRegister at this link. To learn more or ask questions\, please contact Rev. WendyVanderHart\, Generosity Officer\, via email or by phone at 612.465.7181. \nFor questions related to United\, please contact Ryan Currens\, United’s Institutional Major Gifts Officer. \nYou can learn more about the course and the Lake Institute here. > \nAccess the Institute’s Cultivating Generous Congregations Flyer here. > \n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis event is designed for pastors and church leadership. Whether you are an ordained minister\, deacon\, elder\, or lay leader\, we welcome all members of a congregation’s pastoral staff and leadership team. \n\nCost\nRegistration is $150 per team of 3–8 people\, including the pastor. The reduced course fee is made possible by grant funding. \n\nVenue\nThis event is being hosted by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Click here for directions and parking instructions. >
URL:https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/2026-cultivating-generous-congregations-seminar/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities\, 767 Eustis St.\, Suite 140\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advancement
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