• Executive Skills for Church Leaders — January 4–8, 2027

• Spirit in the Desert, Carefree, Arizona

Church leaders across Region 2 are invited to mark their calendars now for the next Executive Skills for Church Leaders gathering, taking place January 4–8, 2027, at Spirit in the Desert in Carefree, Arizona.

This well-regarded formation experience is designed to equip rostered ministers and lay leaders with practical leadership tools for today’s ministry context—strengthening skills in administration, visioning, communication, and adaptive leadership. In a time when congregations are navigating rapid change, opportunities like this offer space not only to learn, but to reflect, connect, and be renewed for the work God is calling us into.

Rooted in our Lutheran understanding that God works through community, structure, and shared vocation, this event invites leaders to deepen both their capacity and their calling. As we continue to be Rooted in God’s Story, we are also called to lead faithfully within the systems and communities entrusted to us.

Take the next step now:
An interest list is open for those who want early access to event details and registration when it becomes available.

👉 Join the interest list: bit.ly/ExecSkills27

By signing up, you’ll be among the first to receive updates, ensuring you don’t miss important deadlines and opportunities to participate.

More details, including registration information, schedule, and program highlights, will be shared in the coming months. For now, we encourage you to save the date and consider how this experience might support your ministry in the years ahead.