Saint John’s Newberry United Methodist Church Leadership Training Session 1 February, 2018

Welcome Opening Prayer Instructors; Dan Manetta Bob Weaver Pastor Jay Jones Guests

Training Structure Relevant for both Church and Secular fields. Why? 10 two hour sessions – 2nd Wednesday each month – 6:30pm to 8:30pm Full Spectrum of Leadership – Breadth vs Depth – Unique Approach Follow Classes in Order – use Videos Topics – Handout Graduation Certificates a. World needs Christians in all leadership positions; Government, Entertainment, Schools, & Businesses. b. Same skills. c. My field of expertise.

Each Class Theory & Concepts Practical Application - Exercises & Projects Handout Materials Videos & Website

Additional Stuff Class Participation Projects & Homework Optional Mentors & Protégés

Class Rules Participate & be Engaged Respect each Other, Ideas, and Time Minimize Distractions Have Fun

Student Introductions Name Current & Past Leadership Positions Hope to Learn

Specific Training Objectives Know more about Leadership. Skills needed to Lead Well. Experience Leading a Project. Supporting Network – Colleagues & Mentors. Personal Qualities

Leadership What is it? Why is it important? Leaders objectives – goals? How do leaders define success? Examples of good & bad leaders. Impact. Typical leadership positions. Roles & Responsibilities. 1. Define. Impact on quality of life. 2. Accomplish Mission & Improve Organization 3. Positions; Church, Military, Government, Education, Business, Family, Community

Our Church Leadership Why are we doing this here? Become a leading church in our community? Make leaders inside the church? Prepare leaders for our mission field?

Be – Know - Do “Be” – Character & Personal Qualities “Know” – Understanding, Knowledge, & Skill “Do” – Accomplish Mission & Develop Organization

Curriculum - 1 Session 1 – Introduction to Leadership Session 2 – Leadership Models & Tools Session 3 – Assessing the Situation & Establishing Direction Session 4 – Communicating & Acquiring Followers Session 5 – People Skills

Curriculum - 2 Session 6 – People Skills II Session 7 – Managing Resources Session 8 – Executing Plans & Managing Performance Session 9 – Character & Personal Qualities Session 10 – Projects & Presentations

For Next Month What is your argument to a non-believer, for why you believe? Optional - May share with group next month. Must share with me for Bronze certificate.

Closing Prayer Next Session – March 14th, 2018