Formation Co-Op Advisory Team Applications

The work of the Advisory Team is to tend the vision and direction of the Formation Co-Op and assist with implementation as needed. As we work to establish the Formation Co-Op beyond the 4-year grant period, Advisory Team members will be involved with:

  • Overseeing program development,
  • Communicating the initiative to the wider community,
  • Developing sustainable systems and financing,
  • Interviewing and selecting new Congregation Teams and Guides.
Key Dates:
  • January 18, 2024: Applications Open
  • February 1, 2024: Applications Due
  • February 14, 2024: Advisory Team Members Announced
  • February 2024: Online Orientation
  • March 2024: Guide Interviews and Selection
  • April/May 2024: Congregation Team Interviews and Selection
  • Jan. 20-23, 2025: Co-Op Training

 

Application Information

From applications and personal invitations, we will be selecting 6 leaders representing the many diversities of the ELCA. In addition to those selected, the Advisory Team includes a liaison from the ELCA Youth Ministry Network and the ELCA Faith Formation Team. 

Advisory Team Structure and Expectations
Please read this document before applying.

Click here for a worksheet to help you prepare to apply. This is NOT the application!

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