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A Definition of Congregational Development Congregational development is: 1. The development of the congregation as a community of faith with a unique identity, purpose and dynamics. 2. The development of the congregation as an organization that can be understood, assessed and improved using the knowledge and methods of organizational behavior and development. Taken from the Church Development Institute Manual In the Diocese of Milwaukee Congregational Development expenses use 17% of the diocesan budget. The department offers financial support of mission and developing congregations throughout the Diocese that are offering regional, mission and community presence. Please see the parish updates under Commission and Mission and Development for detailed information. Congregational Development also seeks to help communities equip leaders through teaching, networking, resourcing and building relationships. These include FreshStart, Church Development Institute, Mutual Ministry Reviews, Community of Hope as well as scholarships for leadership training. If you are looking for information on funding or training events:
Also check out Church Development Institute for more information on how this training can help you in your personal leadership development as well as the congregation. How can your congregation be a leader in the community? For those who are ready to learn this is where you will find specific information on what to expect for your first weekend.
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