Leadership Development

February 3, 2012 | 10th Sh'vat 5772

Boards and Committees

Brit Avodah: Covenant of Service
It is the responsibility of Board Members to ensure their synagogue is an ethical stronghold and thus enter into a brit kodesh - sacred covenant.
For the Sake of Heaven: Committees in Congregational Life
This guide encourages synagogues to consider the ways in which they can organize and utilize their wealth of human potential to build and strengthen their community.
Leadership Development for Your Synagogue Leaders: Opportunities for the Board to Strengthen Your Synagogue Community (pamphlet)
Plan a leadership development workshop for your board.
Managing the Sacred: A Guide for Synagogue Board Members
A detailed overview of everything you need to know in your new role as a trustee of your Reform congregation.

Board and Volunteer Leadership Relations

Brit Kodesh - Sacred Partnership
Readings and exercises for self-study on the relationship between the professional and volunteer leadership of Reform congregations

Recruiting New Leaders

L'Dor Vador: Creating A New Generation of Temple Leadership
A guide offering options for leadership development programs.

Volunteers

Building Sacred Community: Volunteers In Your Congregation
Create a culture that encourages members to feel welcome in their spiritual home - one that allows them to become active participants in congregational life.

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