Leadership Foundations

Overview

A leader sets the direction for which to follow. As Bishop Bill says "If you are leading and no one is following you are out for a walk!" Leading is not about being the 'boss' but sets the direction for others to follow and encourages an environment in which they can follow. This course will help each person to understand that we all have a responsibility to lead and we are called to lead both inside and outside the church to represent Jesus - the activity of God in the community.

Objectives

On completion of this course you should be able to:

1. Recognize that we all have a responsibility to lead.
2. Understand the fundamentals of Systems Theory.
3. Identify key elements and provide examples of B.E.L.L.S as a System 'in action'.
4. Recognize your individual gifts, talents and characteristics necessary for team work through the D.O.P.E. Test.
5. Understand the five dysfunctions of a team.
6. Describe the concept of Verge Thinking.

Course Materials and Resources

• Course content document
• Course video presented by Bishop David Edwards 
• Presentation slides to accompany the course video
• Lecture notes to accompany the course video
• Contact the Synod Office for a copy of the D.O.P.E. test

Individual / Small Group Study

Layreaders are encouraged to attend group events if possible, however, this course can be completed via self study or with a small local group.

• Complete the layreader self-study course registration form 
• Read and follow the instructions in the course content document