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Coaching for Spirit-Led Leadership II
Formerly known as Segment Two Coaching
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Program Overview
You’ve begun the journey of coaching in ministry. You’ve seen what Spirit-led listening and leading can do—and now, you're hungry to grow.
Maybe you still second-guess your questions.
- Maybe feedback feels personal.
- Maybe you're wondering if you're really cut out for this.
This next step is for you.
Coaching for Spirit-Led Leadership II is an intensive, eight-week online learning community designed for those who have completed (or are in the process of completing) Coaching for Spirit-Led Leadership. You’ll dive into advanced coaching concepts, gain hands-on experience, and receive real-time feedback in a spiritually grounded, practice-based learning environment.
Whether you're seeking credentialing or simply want to lead more collaboratively, this course will help you embody the heart of a coach, empowering others to step into their callings.
Your Learning Experience Includes:
Session Schedule
- 16 contact hours
- 8 lessons
This 8-session course is designed for alumni of Coaching for Spirit-Led Leadership (formerly known as Segment One Coaching) and others who are ready to grow through doing. You’ll coach, be coached, and observe others—building confidence through experience and feedback. You’ll also gain clarity around next steps in your coaching journey, including credentialing if desired.
Session One: Introduction and Coaching Demonstration
Participant introductions and a coaching demonstration
- Experiencing a coaching demonstration
- Participant introductions
- Developing comfort with class coaching
September 29, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Session Two: Review of Basic Coaching Skills
Participants will review and engage in conversation around the basic coaching skills needed to have a coaching stance as a part of their leadership
October 6, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Session Three - Participant Coaching
- Practice coaching
- Learn to support a colleague through constructive feedback
- Learn to receive, evaluate, and learn from constructive feedback.
(same for sessions three through seven)
October 13, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Session Four - Participant Coaching
Class practice lab
October 20, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Session Five - Participant Coaching
Class practice lab
October 27, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Session Six - Participant Coaching
Class practice lab
November 3, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Session Seven - Participant Coaching
Class practice lab
November 10, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Session Eight - Participant Coaching, Conclusion and Next Steps
Review learning from the entire course
November 17, 20256:30 - 8:30 pm Central
Wondering if this is right for you?
This training is for anyone who finds themselves thinking something like…
What’s Included?
This comprehensive, immersive learning journey provides a sacred space to grow, stretch, and refine your coaching skills in community. Through live sessions, a supportive cohort, and real-time practice, you’ll deepen your skills and confidence as a Spirit-led coach.
Year-Long Access
Revisit every session with one year of access to video recordings and course materials.
Live Cohort Experience
Eight extended Zoom sessions designed for interaction, learning, and practice.
Grow as You Serve
Apply what you’re learning in real-time!
You’re Not Called to Do It Alone
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Get to Know Your Instructor
Dawn Alitz
Director of Coaching
The Rev. Dr. Alitz’s expertise is in the area of adult faith formation, coaching, and program coordination. Before joining the Luther staff in 2016, she had over twenty years of experience in congregational leadership in both mission-start and established congregations.
She has her ACC credentialing with the International Coaching Federation, trained with the Global Team Coaching Institute, and is well-known within ELCA and ecumenical circles for her work with adaptive leadership, developing online learning opportunities, and collaborating with various networks of educational and synodical professionals. Dr. Alitz’s role at Luther places her in a unique position to equip leaders to engage the Gospel in the 21st century by designing, piloting, and building out new business models for theological education and congregational leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this learning experience live only, or are there asynchronous components?
This is a synchronous course. Participants should plan on attending the Zoom sessions live and be prepared for active engagement each class.
What is the structure for actual, live coaching practice?
Each participant will be expected to coach a classmate live in front of the class at least once during the course.
What if I need to miss a session?
Participants can miss up to 2 non-required sessions and still receive credentialing credit for this course by watching the class video and submitting coaching observations.
Don’t see your question addressed?
Email us at faithlead@luthersem.edu for more information. We’ll be delighted to connect!
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