

Central States Synod
Providing resources and tools so that we may live out God’s purpose, united with Christ, as we walk the way of Jesus.
A lab is a place of learning, a place to work with different “tools” or resources, to try things out and experiment to see what works.
In a time of increasing demands and challenges, we need to get into the lab and expand our capacity to do ministry.
Our Ministry Lab includes three areas of focus:
Topics in this area of the lab will include:
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Leadership
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Constitution/Policies
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Preparing for the Future
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Building Usage
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Stewardship
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Setting agendas and leading meetings
GOOD
ORDER
MEANS OF GRACE
Topics in this area of the lab will include:
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Worship and lay participation
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Healthy Communications
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Language/welcoming neurodiversity
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Biblical interpretation using Scripture to guide us in challenging conversations
Topics in this area of the lab will include:
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Connecting with community
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Social statements
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Collaboration (Collegiality in ecumenism)
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Use of techology including social media