1. Salt & Light SW Region Leadership Development Programme

2. Each Session 1. A Theme: Presentation, Interaction, Reflection 2. Group Time: Conversation, Encouragement Practical activity and Accountability 3. Assignment: Follow up activities and study

3. God’s Word Leadership Influence Knowing God

4. Integrity “Habits congruent with values, words consistent with deeds, expressions in harmony with feelings”

5. This Session Knowing God Being a worshipper Leading Worship and the Presence of God (Julian) Group Discussion Worship and Prayer

6. Julian

7. Practical Research Study a Bible character (or two) who function(s) as a leader Read their story and consider their character, integrity and leadership qualities Report back your findings to your group next time

8. Group Discussion Which Biblical leader(s) did you think about? What did you note of their character and giftedness? Discuss their integrity, strengths and/or weaknesses.

9. Group Discussion How do we feel about our own responsibilities in the light of these Bible characters? What might I benefit from if my leadership is to develop further?

10. Encouragement!

11. Encouragement! through A mentor A coach A “spiritual director” A personal pastor

12. Set…. Parameters Expectations Timescales

13. Practical Activity Think about who (one or two) God might have you approach as a personal encourager/mentor/coach. Refer your thoughts to your church leadership Be ready to discuss progress next time.

14. Practical Activity “Courageous Leadership” - Bill Hybels Chapters 10 and 11 “Sacred Pathways” - Gary Thomas Reflect further on your personal worship style preference

15. Now we express our worship and enjoy God’s presence together