Meeting Schedule and Information

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Location: Crossview Lutheran Church (Edina)

Host: Renee Kirchner

Topic: Legal Update - 

Ginny Cronin will address  recent legal changes in federal and state law that affect churches, including employment law changes and other issues that impact day-to-day operations.

Virginia Cronin is an associate attorney at Wagenmaker & Oberly, representing churches, ministries and other non-profits. She's a returning speaker with new topics to address this year.

Location: Grace Lutheran Church (Apple Valley)

Host: Lisa Wolf

Topic: All Things Financial - 

Join a conversation facilitated by Dave Leininger, and benefit from his experience and expertise in a variety of financial topics and practices.

Dave Leininger is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed to practice in MN and FL. Dave formed LeiningerCPA Ltd. in 1986 to focus on building

in-depth relationships with

non-profit and board-managed organizations.

Location: Bethlehem Lutheran Church (Minneapolis) 

NOTE: The building doors do not open until 9am, so we will start a little later than normal

Host: Ryan Currens

Topic: Safety and Security - 

Simon Osamoh will help us with best practices and strategies to protect those in our facility, with physical and social methods. 

Simon Osamoh is the President of Kingswood Security and has an extensive background in threat assessment, including at the Mall of America. He also works specifically with churches to improve security strategies and emergency management.

Location: Edina Community Lutheran Church

Host: Anne Gustafson

Topic: Church Insurance - 

Marc Bullis and Chris Biehle from the Bullis Insurance Agency will be on hand to bring us up to date on trends in the insurance market, and ways to improve our insurability and manage our costs while maintaining adequate protection. Bring your questions!

Location: Meetinghouse Church (Edina)

Host: Maggie Roth

Topic: Fresh Approaches to Stewardship Erika Roland from the Wellspring Group will present on a fresh approach to stewardship, such as the differences in how to effectively communicate with different ages, how to speak with younger generations and how churches can prepare for a generational transfer of wealth. 

Location: Hope Church (Oakdale)

Host: Raeann Linn

Topic: Leadership and Coaching**  

The Church Administrator’s role is complex, confusing, and unique. Expectations can be unrealistic and everything but (and?) the kitchen sink can be tossed into the job description. For February’s gathering (February 20), we’ll take time to examine our roles from the balcony, if you will. We’ll think about what boundaries and expectations need to be set so that we stand the best chance of doing our jobs well. With any luck, all of that will lead to feelings of increased resilience and job satisfaction!

Our presenter is Deacon Mary Kay DuChene (ELCA-ordained). Mary Kay is one of the Co-Directors at LeaderWise, a para-church non-profit that accompanies congregations and faith leaders in a myriad of ways. Earlier in her ministry career, Mary Kay was the Director of Operations at a large ELCA church in the Twin Cities, so she knows your job well – she has sat in your seat. She sees us!

Location: Meetinghouse Church (Edina)

Host: Maggie Roth

Topic: Spiritual Leadership

Nate Youngblood, Interim Executive Director from Meetinghouse Church, will join us to present on spiritual leadership, including how to motivate and inspire staff through hope/faith in order to produce a highly motivated, committed and productive workforce. 

Nate Youngblood is an executive leader with over 20 years of experience and is passionate about building and leading organizations that are effective, efficient, values-aligned and mission-focused. Nate is the current Interim Executive Director at Meetinghouse Church in Edina. He previously was the Vice President/COO at Every Meal and the National Director of US Programs at World Vision USA.

The April meeting is cancelled due to the timing with Easter.

Location: Wooddale Church (Eden Prarie)

Host: MN Association of Church Facility Managers (MACFM)

COST: $15 (includes lunch)

Topic: Facilities Management 

MACFM has invited the Twin Cities Chapter to attend their is hosting a vendor fair with vetted and recommended vendors in one location. This event also includes lunch with a speaker (TBD), networking with other churches and door prizes.

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