What is Tool Kit?
Tool Kit is a training event for congregational leaders that features extended conversation with Bishop Rogness, networking opportunities with leaders from congregations throughout this synod, and workshops with information specific to leadership matters and concerns. Please call the synod office if you have questions, 651.224.4313.
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2012 Tool Kit was held on Saturday, February 25 at St. Mark in North St. Paul. See the brochure (PDF) for additional information regarding the schedule and workshops.
2012 workshop resources
A collection of notes, handouts, and other resources provided by Tool Kit presenters. The materials are meant for those who attended the workshops to reference or use in their congregations, and may not be useful outside of that context. The list will be updated as more resources are sent in.
Presidents' Forum Led by David Haugen, St. Timothy, St. Paul
Six Stories for Faith-Full Leadership Led by the Rev. Sara Vanderpan, Book of Faith Advocate, Saint Paul Area Synod
Outline and Biblical Stories (PDF)
From Conflict to Community Led by the Rev. Susan Miller, Saint Paul Area Synod
Outline not available
Leading an Effective Meeting Led by Claire Hoyum, Gloria Dei, St. Paul
Financial Transparency: Disastrous or Generous? Led by Tom Bulger, Redeemer, White Bear Lake
Planning Your Congregation's Social Media Presence Led by Kate Penz, Saint Paul Area Synod
Healthy Congregations, Healthy Leaders Led by the Rev. Sandy Rothschiller, Portico Benefit Services (formerly ELCA Board of Pensions)
Link to document and explanation
Balance Sheets and Bottom Lines Led by David Laden, Comptroller, Como Park, St. Paul
Outline not available
Renewing Your Congregation from the Inside Out Led by the Revs. Paul Erickson and Susan Miller, Saint Paul Area Synod
Cooking Safely for Your Congregation Led by Cyndi Berg, Saint Paul Area Synod
- Minnesota Department of Health Guidance Document (PDF)
- Questions and Answers (PDF)
- University of Minnesota extension website where you can view: "Cooking Safely for a Crowd" training video and related Leader's Guide and training materials/handouts; Cooking Safely for a Crowd Food Safety Resource Listing, providing links to various resources on food safety, training, and statute 157.22 guidance.
Evaluating Ministry Gail Olson, Trinity, Stillwater
Aging and Ministry: Encouraging "Vital and Green" Led by Patricia Montgomery, Director of Church Relations, Lyngblomsten
Communicating Change Led by Beth Helgen, Saint Paul Area Synod
