Our Vision

We seek to be a recognized
resource providing parish
leaders with easy access to
information, training,
spiritual nourishment, and
networking opportunities
that support their roles in
today's complex parish
environment.








Our Beliefs

We believe all members of
the Church are gifted and
called to ministry through
baptism.

We believe partnerships
with parish lay leaders
complement and enhance
the roles of Pastor and staff

We believe lifelong learning
and spiritual growth are
essential for parish leaders
Consulting Services
The Center for Parish Leadership offers best-practice consulting services focused
on planning, organization and leadership of today's complex parishes. We base our
consulting services on current organizational development research with special
emphasis on its effectiveness within a faith-based organization.
    Strategic Planning

    Processes for the review or
    development of the key
    components of a church
    strategic plan including:

        Critical Issues
        Core Values
        Mission
         Vision
        Overarching Goals
            Governance

    Processes for the review or
    design of effective
    governance structures for
    churches including:

        Structural Components
        Linkages
        Decision Making
        Conflict Utilization
        Leadership Training and
        Development
      Annual Planning

    An Outcome-Based Model
    and processes for the
    development of ministry
    annual plans including:

        Outcome-Based Model
        Plan Development
        Resource Allocation
        Implementation
        Evaluation
              Staff

    Processes for effective staff
    management, training and
    development including:

        Position Descriptions
        Salary administration
        Team Building
        Performance Evaluation
        Individualized Coaching
        of managers and staff
The purpose of management is not
to make the church more business-like,
but to make it more church-like."

          Peter Drucker
Please Contact Us for a free consultation to explore how The Center
for Parish Leadership can provide best-practice consulting services
that meet the unique issues facing your parish staff and leaders.
The Center for Parish Leadership
Equipping Catholic Leaders ~
Believing in Strong Parishes
Consulting Services