Rostered Ministers Gathering

Pastoring in a Lutheran School or Early Learning Center

3:15 pm
Workshop
Pastoring in a Lutheran School or Early Learning Center

Cory Newman

Are you a rostered leader shepherding a congregation with aschool or early learning center? You're not alone—and you don't have tonavigate this journey in isolation.

The Evangelical Lutheran Education Association supportsapproximately 1,250 schools and early learning centers throughout the ELCA.While currently only 20% are members, we understand how vital connection is forthose serving in similar capacities. Leading an educational ministry presentsunique challenges, especially when most rostered leaders have no experience oreducation in child development, licensing, teaching or child psychology.Immersing yourself in the world of private or early childhood education canfeel overwhelming.

This affinity group is a place for rostered leaders togather, learn and support one another. We'll explore current trends in Lutheraneducation, share better practices and talk about the future of our church whencaring for and educating young children is at the heart of what we do. We'lldig into the real-world challenges of educational leadership while keeping ourfocus on how these ministries serve our communities and shape the nextgeneration.

Whether you're brand new to educational ministry or you'vebeen at it for years, you'll find encouragement, practical ideas and colleagueswho get what you're experiencing. Come join the conversation about thechallenges and blessings of this important work.

1 hour