Welcome to Nurturing Entrepreneurial Mindsets! In this course, we’ll see how Methodism’s history of entrepreneurism has fueled innovative ministries. We will consider how gifts of wisdom, virtue, and vision came from Wesley’s ministerial failure in Savannah, Georgia. Lastly, we will discuss how that spirit of innovation can help us faithfully meet our current moment. As we reflect on how we can nurture entrepreneurial mindsets wherever we are called to serve, we pray your discussions around these questions may be beneficial for your ministry.
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Welcome to Nurturing Entrepreneurial Mindsets! In this course, we’ll see how Methodism’s history of entrepreneurism has fueled innovative ministries. We will consider how gifts of wisdom, virtue, and vision came from Wesley’s ministerial failure in Savannah, Georgia. Lastly, we will discuss how that spirit of innovation can help us faithfully meet our current moment. As we reflect on how we can nurture entrepreneurial mindsets wherever we are called to serve, we pray your discussions around these questions may be beneficial for your ministry.
Welcome to Nurturing Entrepreneurial Mindsets! In this course, we’ll see how Methodism’s history of entrepreneurism has fueled innovative ministries. We will consider how gifts of wisdom, virtue, and vision came from Wesley’s ministerial failure in Savannah, Georgia. Lastly, we will discuss how that spirit of innovation can help us faithfully meet our current moment. As we reflect on how we can nurture entrepreneurial mindsets wherever we are called to serve, we pray your discussions around these questions may be beneficial for your ministry.
This course is part of the Rediscovering the Heart of Methodism series. This is one of five 4-week online courses designed to help engaged laypeople and clergy (including local pastors in licensing schools) develop core capacities for innovative leadership within the Wesleyan tradition. Through this series, we hope you will experience a deeper grounding in the distinctive elements of Methodism at its best, and a renewed capacity for hopeful, imaginative participation in the mission of God.
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Christian Social Innovation in Methodism
What does it mean for the Church to be entrepreneurial? In this week’s lesson, you’ll explore how the language of social entrepreneurship describes the ways Methodists have dared to pursue new ways of bearing witness to the kingdom of God. Whether or not you consider yourself an entrepreneurial person, you can come alongside others in your church to find new ways to participate in God’s ongoing work of making all things new.
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Read 'Church on Fire' by Aubrey Malphurs
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Gain insights from a renowned expert on entrepreneurial ministry, exploring practical strategies and case studies to enhance your understanding.
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Read the book and take notes on key concepts.
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Reflect on the author's experiences and insights.
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Identify key takeaways that resonate with your ministry context.
Explore online resources on entrepreneurial mindset
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Broaden your knowledge by exploring a curated selection of online resources, deepening your understanding of entrepreneurial mindset and its application in ministry.
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Entrepreneurial Mindset
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Attend a webinar or online workshop on entrepreneurial mindset.
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Enroll in a free online course on entrepreneurial thinking.
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Subscribe to blogs or podcasts on entrepreneurial leadership.
Drill the nuances of entrepreneurial ministry
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Reinforce the practical implementation of entrepreneurial mindsets in various ministry settings, ensuring a deeper understanding of its complexities.
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Analyze case studies of successful entrepreneurial ministries.
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Role-play scenarios involving common challenges in entrepreneurial ministry.
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Simulate brainstorming sessions to develop innovative ministry ideas.
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Volunteer with a local entrepreneurial ministry organization
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Gain practical experience and support the work of an established entrepreneurial ministry organization, learning from their best practices.
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Volunteering
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Research and identify organizations that align with your interests.
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Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
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Attend volunteer training sessions and team meetings.
Engage in peer discussions on entrepreneurial ministry
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Participate in discussions with peers to exchange ideas, share experiences, and gain valuable insights about entrepreneurial ministry.
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Join an online forum or discussion group.
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Attend a local meetup or networking event.
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Organize your own discussion group with friends or colleagues.
Develop an entrepreneurial ministry proposal
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Solidify your understanding of entrepreneurial ministry by crafting a comprehensive proposal, integrating insights from the course and your own research.
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Identify a specific ministry need or opportunity.
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Research and analyze the target audience.
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Develop a clear statement of purpose and objectives.
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Outline a detailed plan for implementation.
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Present your proposal to a panel of peers or mentors.
Launch a small-scale entrepreneurial ministry project
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Put your learning into practice by initiating a small-scale ministry project, providing hands-on experience and a tangible outcome.
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Identify a specific need or opportunity within your community.
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Develop a plan, including goals, timelines, and resources.
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Gather a team of volunteers or collaborators.
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Implement your project and track your progress.
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Evaluate the outcomes and share your learnings.
Read 'Church on Fire' by Aubrey Malphurs
Show steps
Gain insights from a renowned expert on entrepreneurial ministry, exploring practical strategies and case studies to enhance your understanding.
Show steps
- Read the book and take notes on key concepts.
- Reflect on the author's experiences and insights.
- Identify key takeaways that resonate with your ministry context.
Explore online resources on entrepreneurial mindset
Show steps
Broaden your knowledge by exploring a curated selection of online resources, deepening your understanding of entrepreneurial mindset and its application in ministry.
Browse courses on
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Show steps
- Attend a webinar or online workshop on entrepreneurial mindset.
- Enroll in a free online course on entrepreneurial thinking.
- Subscribe to blogs or podcasts on entrepreneurial leadership.
Drill the nuances of entrepreneurial ministry
Show steps
Reinforce the practical implementation of entrepreneurial mindsets in various ministry settings, ensuring a deeper understanding of its complexities.
Show steps
- Analyze case studies of successful entrepreneurial ministries.
- Role-play scenarios involving common challenges in entrepreneurial ministry.
- Simulate brainstorming sessions to develop innovative ministry ideas.
Volunteer with a local entrepreneurial ministry organization
Show steps
Gain practical experience and support the work of an established entrepreneurial ministry organization, learning from their best practices.
Browse courses on
Volunteering
Show steps
- Research and identify organizations that align with your interests.
- Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
- Attend volunteer training sessions and team meetings.
Engage in peer discussions on entrepreneurial ministry
Show steps
Participate in discussions with peers to exchange ideas, share experiences, and gain valuable insights about entrepreneurial ministry.
Show steps
- Join an online forum or discussion group.
- Attend a local meetup or networking event.
- Organize your own discussion group with friends or colleagues.
Develop an entrepreneurial ministry proposal
Show steps
Solidify your understanding of entrepreneurial ministry by crafting a comprehensive proposal, integrating insights from the course and your own research.
Show steps
- Identify a specific ministry need or opportunity.
- Research and analyze the target audience.
- Develop a clear statement of purpose and objectives.
- Outline a detailed plan for implementation.
- Present your proposal to a panel of peers or mentors.
Launch a small-scale entrepreneurial ministry project
Show steps
Put your learning into practice by initiating a small-scale ministry project, providing hands-on experience and a tangible outcome.
Show steps
- Identify a specific need or opportunity within your community.
- Develop a plan, including goals, timelines, and resources.
- Gather a team of volunteers or collaborators.
- Implement your project and track your progress.
- Evaluate the outcomes and share your learnings.
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