Summer Conference | Leading Together: Co‑Responsibility of Laity and Clergy

A Half‑Day Leadership Summit at Saint John’s Seminary

Unlock the full potential of parish life in one concentrated morning. Across three fast‑moving, 60‑minute sessions—each featuring a pastor, a seasoned lay minister, and a parish business expert—you’ll discover how clergy and laity lead side by side to create vibrant, mission‑driven communities.

Save the Date: Registration will open soon. Start and end time is subject to change.

Session 1

Shared Vision & Governance

Focus: Transform parish councils into synodal leadership teams that discern and decide together.

Why it Matters: Walk away with a “Synodal Governance Checklist” and a sample council charter.

Session 2

Mission & Ministries

Focus: Align preaching, formation, and digital outreach under one evangelizing roadmap.

Why it Matters: Draft your ministry‑mapping grid and learn metrics that measure discipleship growth.

Session 3

Stewardship & Sustainability

Focus: Integrate finances, volunteer talent, and major gifts to fund the mission transparently.

Why it Matters: Receive an editable Stewardship Dashboard that tracks dollars and discipleship.

Session Format

45‑minute interactive panel + 15‑minute Q&A per session

Who Should Attend: Pastors, deacons, parish staff, council members, ministry leads, and engaged parishioners.

Take‑Home Value: Ready‑to‑use templates, live coaching, and a common language for lay‑clergy collaboration.

Join us to turn “many gifts” into one coordinated mission—and take home the tools to start right away.