Leadership in Difficult Times: Registration Now Open for Faith+Lead Certificate Cohort
Registration is now open for Leadership in Difficult Times, a guided certificate cohort from Faith+Lead, designed to equip leaders to serve faithfully amid division, uncertainty, and rapid societal change. The cohort runs April 28–July 28, 2026, and includes four live online sessions in a supportive learning community.
This live learning experience is rooted in Lutheran theology and practical ministry wisdom, helping participants move beyond theory into faithful, grounded practice. Participants will develop skills for leading through polarization, deepen their spiritual foundation for hope, and apply what they learn directly in their ministry contexts—work that aims to heal, connect, and strengthen communities.
Program Details at a Glance
Dates: April 28–July 28, 2026
Format: Four live Zoom sessions (6 total contact hours)
Schedule: Fourth Tuesday of each month, Noon–1:30 p.m. CST
Cost: $499 (payment plans available)
Scholarships: Available upon request
The cohort is guided by Dawn Alitz, a seasoned coach and leader with more than 30 years of experience in congregational ministry, adult faith formation, and adaptive leadership across ELCA and ecumenical settings. Participants will benefit from both her coaching and the collective wisdom of peers navigating similar leadership challenges.
This certificate is intentionally accessible. You do not need to be a rostered minister—or feel fully confident in your leadership—to participate. The program is well suited for anyone who:
Feels called to lead with hope, purpose, and resilience
Wants tools for addressing painful or divisive topics faithfully
Seeks spiritual grounding while navigating cultural and congregational complexity
Values learning within a trusted, supportive community
In a season when many leaders feel stretched thin, Leadership in Difficult Times offers space to reflect, practice, and grow—grounded in the gospel and oriented toward healing and unity.
👉 Learn more, enroll, or apply for a scholarship:
faithlead.org/learning-communities/leadership-in-difficult-times/
