A Curriculum in Christian Leadership Development

December 3, 2025

A Curriculum in Christian Leadership Development

Lois Anderson | 2021

Abstract

Every organization has the potential for growth and success; the key is practical leadership. Effective leadership is the most crucial element of success in organizations. Senior-level leaders in successful organizations have argued the need for effective leadership at the organization’s top tiers. However, studies show that leadership is paramount at all levels of the organization in the most effective strategies. The Church is no different. Churches need effective leadership.

Except for Senior Pastors and those with scripturally-based qualifications, individuals are selected or elected for ministry assignments and lay leadership roles based on various reasons, often without formal training or education in leadership. In comparison, those appointed to the most senior leadership positions in the Church have frequently had some formal ministry training or education experience. Often those at other levels of leadership within the Church have not. Most lay leaders do not attend seminary. Even with formal education, seminaries and divinity schools emphasize biblical and theological education, with a single leadership course or two offered as an elective. Undoubtedly, effective leadership is a critical element to church success, and all leaders at every level of the organization can impact that success.

This project aims to develop and facilitate a leadership development course to train local church leaders in effective leadership principles and promote a leadership development culture within the local Church. It consists of eight ready-to-teach modules, presented as individual classes or a two-day seminar. The modules will provide participants with fundamental leadership and leadership development lessons, examining theory, style, followership, communication, team building, and coaching. They are engaging and interactive sessions applicable across leadership levels. Information is included to provide the facilitator or instructor with the objectives and instructions for each module, PowerPoint presentations, and recommended discussion questions.

This course was offered at Dominion Leadership University, an affiliate of Kingdom Worship Center, located in Towson, MD.

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