Your Next Faithful Step: New Faith+Lead Courses, Workshops, and Resources for Church Leaders
Ministry is changing quickly, and church leaders need formation that fits real-life ministry contexts. The latest Faith+Lead Monthly Roundup gathers new courses, workshops, cohorts, and free resources designed to support pastors, lay leaders, and congregations seeking faithful ways forward in today’s church.
This month’s roundup includes on-demand learning opportunities, leadership cohorts, and free biblical resourcesfrom Faith+Lead and partner ministries. Whether you are seeking deeper theological reflection, practical ministry skills, or spiritual renewal, these offerings provide meaningful pathways for growth.
Featured On-Demand Courses
Faithfully Gifted: Women in Church History
In honor of Women’s History Month, this course highlights eight women whose faithful witness helped shape the church. Participants will explore their stories and discover inspiration for their own spiritual journeys and leadership today.
Walking the Narrow Road: Milestones in Church History
This panoramic course explores pivotal moments in Christian history—from the early martyrs and creeds to the Great Schism, the Reformation, and beyond—helping learners understand how the church continues to be shaped by God’s ongoing work.
New Work as Worship: A Faithful Guide to Following God’s Lead at Work
Designed for Christians seeking to integrate faith and daily work, this course offers spiritual practices and practical tools to help participants recognize their work as vocation and partner with God in everyday life.
Pathways for Growth
School for Lay Ministry – Spring Cohort (Now Open)
As more congregations become lay-led by necessity or choice, this 12-month formation program equips lay leaders with essential skills for preaching, teaching Scripture, congregational leadership, financial oversight, and pastoral care.
March Workshop: Equipping People for Christian Witness in Smaller Faith Communities
This members-only workshop explores practical ways to listen to spiritual stories, share faith authentically, and cultivate Christian witness in today’s cultural landscape. Participants will gain tools to recognize how God is already at work in their communities.
Guided Certificate Cohort – Leadership in Difficult Times (Begins April)
Leaders seeking accountability and community while completing a Faith+Lead certificate can join this guided cohort. Over four months, participants will work with peers and a coach while earning a certificate focused on leading faithfully during challenging seasons.
Free Resources for Learning and Inspiration
Several free learning resources are also highlighted this month:
Enter the Bible Courses – Free courses on all 66 books of the Bible, each with six lessons exploring background, themes, and contemporary connections.
Preacher to Preacher – Weekly video reflections from Working Preacher offering insights into the upcoming lectionary texts.
The Bible in a Year Podcast (New for 2026) – A new weekly podcast guiding listeners through the entire Bible in 52 episodes, with insights into each book’s distinctive message.
Continue the Learning
These opportunities reflect the Lutheran conviction that formation and learning are lifelong practices of discipleship. As Martin Luther wrote, the church is always reforming—continually returning to Scripture, community, and the work of the Holy Spirit.
To explore these courses, workshops, and resources in full, read the complete Faith+Lead Monthly Roundup and discover what your next faithful step might be.