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Money and Logistics for Starting a New Ministry
Learn how to set up a ministry with practical steps for sustainable success.
About this Course
Money and Logistics for Starting a New Ministry is your pathway to navigating the complexities of ministry setup with confidence and clarity.
What you’ll learn:
You have a strong desire to serve your community with a new ministry idea, but figuring out how to make it happen can feel really complicated.
You might be wondering, “Is there a clear guide to help me set up a ministry that lays out the practical steps and the logistics of launching a new ministry?"
Fortunately, the answer is yes! Money and Logistics for Starting a New Ministry is your pathway to navigating the complexities of ministry setup with confidence and clarity.
From understanding legal requirements to managing finances, you'll hit the ground running with proven, practical steps that set you up for success. Most importantly, you’ll develop a deeper sense of God’s work by attending to the details.
Are you ready to turn your ministry dreams into a well-founded reality? Enroll now, gift this course to someone you know looking to start a ministry—or, if you’re already a Faith+Lead member, find it in your dashboard here.
Modules
Welcome
Get oriented to the course, meet your instructor, download the interactive handbook, and more.
Knowing the Why
In this module, you will:
- Articulate a clear and concise personal vision statement reflecting your unique God-given talents and calling.
- Align your personal vision with the mission of your ministry.
Partnerships
In this module, you will:
- Recognize the value and impact of forming local partnerships and shared resources in ministry.
- Learn to strategically plan for new ministry initiatives by considering partnerships and collaboration.
- Learn to adapt ministry activities and outreach strategies based on community needs and feedback.
Incorporation Structures
In this module, you will:
- Understand the differences, advantages, and limitations of various legal structures for both non-profit and for-profit ventures.
- Ability to make informed decisions about the most appropriate legal structure based on the venture's objectives and operational needs.
- Gain insights into the functionality and strategic value of hybrid models combining for-profit and nonprofit elements.
Bylaws and Guiding Documents
In this module, you will:
- Gain knowledge of the fundamental elements and purposes of bylaws in different types of organizations.
- Understand the importance of legal advice in drafting bylaws to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Learn how to tailor bylaws to the specific needs and structures of nonprofits, churches, and for-profit entities.
- Recognize the need for bylaws to be dynamic documents that evolve with the organization.
Duties & Powers of Board Development
In this module, you will:
- Grasp the critical functions of a board in vision setting and maintaining a healthy dynamic with organizational leaders.
- Learn how to select board members who align with the organization's mission and bring valuable perspectives and expertise.
- Understand the best practices for board operations, including meeting conduct, documentation, and role clarity.
Setting Up a Budget
In this module you will:
- Develop skills in creating and managing line-item and narrative budgets.
- Learn to use budgeting as a strategic tool for aligning financial resources with organizational goals.
- Acquire the ability to create and present a narrative budget that effectively tells the story of the organization's mission and vision.
Fundraising and Fostering Generosity
In this module, you will:
- Understand how to align fundraising activities with their organizational mission and vision.
- Gain skills in effectively communicating the impact of their work and the importance of support.
- Learn to recognize and appeal to various motivations behind donor generosity.
- Develop the ability to organize events that effectively showcase the organization's achievements and future plans.
Managing People
In this module, you will:
- Learn the steps for hiring people.
- Learn to make informed decisions when selecting candidates.
- Consider how to effectively integrate new people into the organization.
Completing the Course
Find out your next steps as you complete the course. You'll also be encouraged to submit feedback about your course.
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Get to Know Your Instructors
Rosario Picardo
Speaker and Consultant
Roz grew up in western New York as a first-generation Sicilian-American. In 2003, he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Houghton College and in 2007 a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary. He graduated with a Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary in 2014 and an MBA in 2021 from Dakota Wesleyan University.
During his senior year of college, Roz entered the ministry as a military chaplain, serving four years in the Marine Reserves and five years in the Navy Reserves. While attending seminary, he recognized a call to serve the local church and has experience in all facets of church life, through roles ranging from church custodian to associate pastor to church planter and executive pastor of church planting at Ginghamsburg Church for five where they had three campuses and worshiped over 4,000. Also, Roz was one of the founding pastors at Mosaic, a new multicultural church in Dayton, Ohio.
In addition to his work in the church, Roz is a national speaker and leads a consulting group for church planters/pastors called Picardo Coaching LLC and is the author of 8 books. And also serves as a faculty consultant in United’s Doctor of Ministry program and an affiliate faculty member.
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What to Expect with a Faith+Lead Academy Course
You’ll get a transformative learning experience that combines trustworthy theological teaching with spiritual practices, interactive elements, and a supportive online community.
Know
Expand your theological toolkit with fresh insights for today’s ministry landscape. Connect timeless wisdom with practical frameworks for navigating change.
Be
Do
Practice skills to lead confidently in your ministry context. Take actionable steps to invite your community into God’s unfolding story.
Every Academy course is designed to
Help your growth in one of these core areas:
Develop a Christ-centered identity, grounded in theology, scripture, and spiritual practice, that empowers community members to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in everyday life.
Tell the story of Jesus and invite neighbors into Jesus’ way of life and love through words and actions they can recognize.
Listen deeply, name God’s presence in the midst of everyday life, and form life-giving relationships across all dimensions of diversity—both within and beyond the church.
Through mutual relationships with the neighbors among whom you’re hosted, join in acts of compassion, justice, and reconciliation as a witness to the ministry of Jesus—especially in places of suffering and despair.
Harness skills of agile leadership, stewardship, fundraising, entrepreneurism, and management to be nimble enough to respond to a changing cultural landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect when I take an Academy course?
Academy courses consist of 6-10 lessons or modules, each walking you through the “know, be, do” learning framework. You’ll learn some new information with instructor videos and other resources (know). You’ll engage in a spiritual practice that will help you develop your faith around the topic (be). Then, you’ll be asked to apply what you’ve learned through activities completed online or in the “real world” (do).
How long will it take me to complete a course?
Each module is designed to take 15-45 minutes. Some learners complete the course in as little as one day. Some do a module a day or even a module a week. We suggest allowing some time between modules to process what you are learning, but not so much time that you lose momentum.
What resources are available if I’m a group leader?
Each course includes a flexible leader’s guide with multiple pathways for group facilitation. You’ll find thought-provoking discussion questions and practical activities that connect faith with daily life, designed to work with whatever preparation time you have available. These resources equip you to foster meaningful discipleship experiences that meet your community where they are.
What do I need to know about the free private online social group?
The private online group allows you to connect with others. Because our courses don’t have a required start or stop date, you will encounter others in different places in the course and even in different courses altogether. This is by design. Feel free to interact as much or as little as you like.
What should I do if I have questions or problems with my registration?
Reach out via email to faithlead@luthersem.edu with your question and we’ll get back to you with a response within two business days.
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