Intentional Churches Podcast

How Can We Develop the Next Generation of Church Leaders? | S03.E01

Apr 9, 2024

Kristin Miller, Director of Resident Development at Leadership Pathway, discusses developing the next generation of church leaders. Topics include what young leaders seek, soft skills, and mentorship. Churches should focus on intentional investment, reevaluating youth ministry, and starting with one person for development.

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Quick takeaways

Investing in mentorship and intentional development is crucial for developing future church leaders.

Shifting focus to what young leaders need, emphasizing soft skills, and fostering a culture of learning are key aspects of leadership development.

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Importance of Developing Future Church Leaders

Developing future church leaders involves a long-term investment in mentorship and intentional development. It's crucial to shift focus from what leaders want from the next generation to what they can provide for them. The podcast emphasizes the need for a deep, relational approach that aligns with the developmental needs of young leaders.

Introduction

4min

Navigating Generational Shift in Church Leadership

11min

Developing Church Leaders: A Generational Approach

3min

Developing Future Church Leaders with a Long-Term Approach

8min

Nurturing Future Church Leaders and Fostering a Culture of Development

3min

Welcome to Season 3! Kristin Miller joins Erin and Doug to discuss the importance of developing the next generation of church leaders. Kristin is the Director of Resident Development at Leadership Pathway. She shares insights on what the next generation is looking for in ministry and how churches can become places of development for young leaders. The conversation highlights the need for a long-term approach to development, focusing on soft skills, mentorship, and intentional investment in young leaders. Practical next steps include reevaluating youth ministry to call students to full-time Christian ministry and starting with one person and intentionally investing in their development.

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