Shallat Senior/Solo Clergy Transition Seminar

About the URJ Shallat Clergy Transition Seminar

For more than a decade, the URJ Shallat Senior/Solo Clergy Transition Seminar has been guiding congregations through one of the most exciting moments in their communal life: welcoming a new senior or solo clergy.

Now more accessible than ever in an interactive online format, this unique seminar brings together clergy and lay leaders for two powerful half-days of connection, learning, and visioning. Participants engage with inspiring leaders from across North America, explore innovative strategies for partnership, and leave with a clear path toward a thriving clergy-congregational relationship. There are also two follow-up sessions for 1.5 hours each.

This seminar isn’t just about transition — it’s about building a strong foundation for your congregation’s future.

What will you gain?

Participants in the URJ Shallat Seminar will:

• Develop tools and skills to nurture a culture of sacred partnership and collaboration throughout the congregation.
• Build a supportive network of peers and leaders across North America who are also navigating clergy transitions.
• Celebrate and complete the integration process of new clergy while gaining the confidence to lead through future change.

Who should attend?

Participation requires your new senior/solo clergy and your current or incoming president (or another senior lay leader). Together, you’ll represent your congregation in this intensive experience.

While only two leaders attend, the entire community benefits — as you bring back strategies, skills, and energy to strengthen relationships and guide your congregation forward.

How does it work?

The program includes:

• Two half-day online sessions packed with dynamic learning.
• Three additional 90-minute workshops for deeper exploration and planning.
• Pre-reading materials to maximize your engagement and prepare you for transformative discussions.

Thanks to the generosity of Rabbi Bart and Jane Shallat, this invaluable program remains affordable and accessible for congregations of all sizes.

Are you ready to set your congregation up for lasting success? 

We can’t wait to learn and grow with you.

QUESTIONS?  Reach out to Rabbi Paula Winnig.