The following is an excerpt from You Were Never Meant to Lead Alone by Rev. Dr. Eun K. Strawser. You Were Never Meant to Lead Alone is available now wherever books are sold. Leadership is one of the most complex and multidimensional phenomena. It has been studied extensively over the years and …
Leadership Lessons from the Front Porch
Sharon Fong Mo is joined by Dr. Froswa' Booker-Drew to discuss her new book Front Porch Wisdom. They reflect on the challenges and beauty of being a woman of color in a leadership position. They also share about the importance of relationships, both in leadership and in life. Get Front …
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A Look at Indigenous Leadership
Roslyn Hernández is joined by Carol Bremer-Bennett, the U.S. Executive Director of World Renew. Together, they discuss asset-based community development around the world, the process of connecting with their Indigenous heritage, and the importance of listening to the wisdom of elders. They also …
A Closer Look at the CCD Components
Christian Community Development Association has existed for nearly 40 years, seeking to empower, equip, and inspire Christians to work toward the flourishing of their neighborhoods. People from all over the U.S. and the world have joined this association and are partnering with God and their …
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What is the CCD Philosophy?
Four seasoned CCD leaders dive into the 8 Key Components of the Christian Community Development philosophy. Discover how this approach to ministry can restore and transform lives, communities, and systems. This audio is from the 2024 Conference workshop, Overview of CCD Philosophy, Theology, and …
God Moves Among Healing Leaders: A Call to Mutual Care
Leaders struggle. Regardless of age, gender, faith, or position, leaders struggle. The pressure to show up–to always be "on"–can be relentless. It can leave you feeling tired, worn out, and ready to quit. I can't tell you how many times I've sat up on the edge of my bunk in the small hours of the …
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Preconference Events to Check Out at #ccdaPDX
I’ve been coming to CCDA’s National Conference since 2003 in New Orleans. Every year, I look forward to featuring CCD practitioners who teach from their expertise. I’ve enjoyed partnering with members to develop intensive learning opportunities in our preconference space. Having space to …
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Creating a Leadership Pipeline
Episode Summary In this session, Alvin Sanders teaches us how to develop, empower, and release indigenous urban leaders. Episode Notes In our era, we are facing a tremendous problem. The essential ingredient for community transformation is leadership. Yet most ministries do not have an …
