Faith+Lead February Roundup: Formation for Leadership in Changing Times
Ministry is changing quickly. Leaders across the church need formation that fits real life—grounded in Scripture, attentive to culture, and practical for congregational leadership.
The February 2026 Faith+Lead Monthly Roundup brings together new and ongoing courses, workshops, and free resources to support your next faithful step. You can explore all of these opportunities in the latest Faith+Lead newsletter.
Featured On-Demand Courses
Justice in the Bible
This course invites leaders to move beyond simply “doing justice” toward living justly. Grounded in Scripture, it explores peace-making, neighbor-love, and social action—not as partisan reaction, but as faithful embodiment of God’s work in the world.
A More Excellent Way: The Gospel in an Age of Division
In a time of deep polarization, how do we remain faithful witnesses to Christ without deepening division? This course offers tools for listening well, loving across disagreement, and guiding congregations toward truth and justice without blind partisanship.
Free Mini-Course
From Fixing to Listening: Making the Pivot
In today’s culture, telling people what to do often pushes them away from the life-giving grace of God. This free mini-course helps leaders shift from a posture of “fixing” to one of listening—an essential move for congregations seeking meaningful engagement and authentic relationships.
Pathways for Growth
Faithfully Strategic: A Spirit-Led Approach to Life and Work
Live on February 19, this 90-minute members-only workshop with Dr. Alicia Granholm (Senior Director of Faith+Lead) explores how to notice God’s presence in your actual work life. Participants will leave with a realistic rhythm, a personalized plan, and renewed confidence in discerning God’s movement in everyday decisions. Included with Faith+Lead Membership.
Leadership in Difficult Times Certificate
Designed for leaders navigating rapid change and polarization, this certificate program offers practical skills and a strong spiritual foundation for those called to lead with compassion, clarity, and resilience.
Guided Certificate Cohort (Begins April)
For those seeking accountability and community, a new guided cohort begins in April for the Leadership in Difficult Times certificate. Over four months, participants complete five courses or workshops alongside peers and a master coach—ensuring you are not on this journey alone.
Free Resources
New for Lent 2026: Walking the Palm Sunday Path
A six-week sermon series from Working Preacher, wrapping on Palm Sunday, invites congregations to follow Jesus’ path to Jerusalem and the cross. The series centers on the character of Christ and God’s vision for transforming the world through each of the Gospels.
Rutlen Lecture: “Be-wilded by Creation”
Dr. William P. Brown’s recent lecture at Luther Seminary explores the transformative power of encountering God’s wild creation through the Book of Job. The full lecture and Q&A are available on the Faith+Lead YouTube channel.
New for 2026: The Bible in a Year Podcast
Enter the Bible has launched a new weekly podcast walking through the entire Bible in 52 episodes—one or two books per episode. New episodes are released every Wednesday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, and YouTube.
Across the Grand Canyon Synod, we know that leadership today requires courage, humility, theological depth, and spiritual resilience. These Faith+Lead offerings are designed to support rostered ministers and lay leaders alike as we seek to proclaim Christ faithfully in Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and beyond.
Read the full Faith+Lead newsletter for complete details, registration links, and additional resources—and consider sharing these opportunities with leaders in your congregation.