What is Leadership U
Leadership U is a program for developing current and prospective leaders for service at Evangel. This program offers a series of course work online and culminates with an in-person Leadership Summit. Leaders are equipped with the tools necessary to effectively lead ministry teams and departments at Evangel. At the conclusion of the program each graduate will be given a Certificate of Church Leadership.
What are the Requirements for Enrollment
- Must be a scriptural member at Evangel, to click the following to apply for Scriptural Membership.
- Must be attending Evangel for at least one year.
- Must have regular and faithful attendance at Evangel.
- Must be currently serving at Evangel and recommended by a current leader.
- Must be in alignment with the churches vision and pastoral leadership.
- Must possess the character qualities necessary for biblical leadership: Integrity, Holiness in Conduct & Speech, Humble, Kind, Self-Control
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Online Course Work
Welcome & What We Believe
An introduction to the process of leadership development at Evangel and an overview of Evangel’s Statement of Belief.
The Sacrifice of Leadership
This course invites participants to reflect deeply on the question, “Am I willing to pay the price of success?" With candid insights into the sacrifices, battles, and reliance on God required for meaningful ministry, it empowers individuals to embrace their calling to leadership with courage, humility, and resilience
Leading Yourself
This course assists the leader in leading with emotional and spiritual health, grounding each leader in key spiritual disciplines that will help you lead well.
The Character of A Christian Leader
An exploration of the biblical principles and practical applications of effective church leadership. This class emphasizes the importance of a deep relationship with Christ, a commitment to Scripture, and a servant-hearted approach to guiding others. Participants will examine essential virtues like integrity, humility, and compassion, gaining insights into how these qualities create an environment of spiritual growth, unity, and lasting impact within the church.
Leadership As Influence & Relationships
This course examines leadership as an act of influence rooted in relationships, exploring biblical principles and enduring leadership wisdom. By focusing on trust, service, and empathy, participants will learn how to lead with humility and purpose, cultivating environments of collaboration, respect, and transformational impact.
Leading Your Team
This course will assist you in understanding how to effectively care for the people that are serving on your teams, and further how to effectively lead your team. We will focus on effectively recruiting new team members, training them for their roles, and scheduling to meet the needs of the church.
Healthy Communication
This course will assist you in communicating effectively with the staff member that oversees your area, effectively communicating with your team, how to have heart to hearts with your team, and cultivating feedback.
Resolving Conflict Biblically
This course explores practical, biblically grounded strategies for resolving conflict, emphasizing grace, communication, and reconciliation. Taught by a licensed professional counselor, it equips participants with tools to navigate relational challenges through a Christ-centered approach.
Culture Vultures: Things that Rob Organizational Alignment and Culture
This course equips leaders with the tools to identify and address threats that undermine organizational unity and mission. Drawing from biblical principles and practical strategies, this course examines key challenges like gossip, selfish ambition, resistance to change, and inconsistent values while providing actionable steps to protect and strengthen a thriving culture. By combating these “culture vultures,” leaders can foster an environment of trust, excellence, and alignment that honors both their vision and God’s purpose.
Strategic Mindset of a Leader
This course equips leaders with the tools to think intentionally, solve problems effectively, and approach leadership with a long-term vision. By integrating practical strategies for daily leadership, it prepares participants to lead with clarity, adaptability, and purpose, fostering a culture of growth and impact.
An introduction to the process of leadership development at Evangel and an overview of Evangel’s Statement of Belief.
The Sacrifice of Leadership
This course invites participants to reflect deeply on the question, “Am I willing to pay the price of success?" With candid insights into the sacrifices, battles, and reliance on God required for meaningful ministry, it empowers individuals to embrace their calling to leadership with courage, humility, and resilience
Leading Yourself
This course assists the leader in leading with emotional and spiritual health, grounding each leader in key spiritual disciplines that will help you lead well.
The Character of A Christian Leader
An exploration of the biblical principles and practical applications of effective church leadership. This class emphasizes the importance of a deep relationship with Christ, a commitment to Scripture, and a servant-hearted approach to guiding others. Participants will examine essential virtues like integrity, humility, and compassion, gaining insights into how these qualities create an environment of spiritual growth, unity, and lasting impact within the church.
Leadership As Influence & Relationships
This course examines leadership as an act of influence rooted in relationships, exploring biblical principles and enduring leadership wisdom. By focusing on trust, service, and empathy, participants will learn how to lead with humility and purpose, cultivating environments of collaboration, respect, and transformational impact.
Leading Your Team
This course will assist you in understanding how to effectively care for the people that are serving on your teams, and further how to effectively lead your team. We will focus on effectively recruiting new team members, training them for their roles, and scheduling to meet the needs of the church.
Healthy Communication
This course will assist you in communicating effectively with the staff member that oversees your area, effectively communicating with your team, how to have heart to hearts with your team, and cultivating feedback.
Resolving Conflict Biblically
This course explores practical, biblically grounded strategies for resolving conflict, emphasizing grace, communication, and reconciliation. Taught by a licensed professional counselor, it equips participants with tools to navigate relational challenges through a Christ-centered approach.
Culture Vultures: Things that Rob Organizational Alignment and Culture
This course equips leaders with the tools to identify and address threats that undermine organizational unity and mission. Drawing from biblical principles and practical strategies, this course examines key challenges like gossip, selfish ambition, resistance to change, and inconsistent values while providing actionable steps to protect and strengthen a thriving culture. By combating these “culture vultures,” leaders can foster an environment of trust, excellence, and alignment that honors both their vision and God’s purpose.
Strategic Mindset of a Leader
This course equips leaders with the tools to think intentionally, solve problems effectively, and approach leadership with a long-term vision. By integrating practical strategies for daily leadership, it prepares participants to lead with clarity, adaptability, and purpose, fostering a culture of growth and impact.
Leadership U Summit
The Vision and Leadership Culture at Evangel
In this session we will review Evangel’s strategic vision and lean into what makes Evangel unique as a church body. We will explore the culture guide and the Evangel leadership handbook.
Embracing Evangel's Core Values
This course emphasizes embodying the church's core values: communicating biblical truth in relevant ways, practicing bold faith, modeling generosity, extending grace, fostering growth through community, and embracing unity in diversity. Leaders are encouraged to live out these principles to strengthen their ministry and fulfill the church's mission effectively.
The Leadership Honor Code
This course is designed to guide servant-leaders in embodying Christ-like character and integrity while serving at Evangel Community Church. It emphasizes principles such as honoring others, resolving conflicts biblically, inspiring through conduct, and upholding a disciplined life in alignment with biblical standards. This course equips leaders to steward their influence responsibly, foster unity, and encourage others to grow in their faith and leadership potential.
In this session we will review Evangel’s strategic vision and lean into what makes Evangel unique as a church body. We will explore the culture guide and the Evangel leadership handbook.
Embracing Evangel's Core Values
This course emphasizes embodying the church's core values: communicating biblical truth in relevant ways, practicing bold faith, modeling generosity, extending grace, fostering growth through community, and embracing unity in diversity. Leaders are encouraged to live out these principles to strengthen their ministry and fulfill the church's mission effectively.
The Leadership Honor Code
This course is designed to guide servant-leaders in embodying Christ-like character and integrity while serving at Evangel Community Church. It emphasizes principles such as honoring others, resolving conflicts biblically, inspiring through conduct, and upholding a disciplined life in alignment with biblical standards. This course equips leaders to steward their influence responsibly, foster unity, and encourage others to grow in their faith and leadership potential.