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SES Leadership Academy

“Woven Together…Forward in Faith,” we are (re)forming church leadership and exploring Christian practices to thrive in a changing world

08/25/2026

Over the last several weeks, we've had a few questions. Here are the answers you've been looking for:

1. Can any lay member enroll? YES
2. Can rostered ministers enroll? YES
3. Can people from other Synods enroll? YES
4. Do you have to be Lutheran to enroll? NO
5. Is financial aid available? YES

SES Leadership Academy courses are for anyone from anywhere who serves, leads, or is just curious. All who are willing to be and build a learning community with us are welcome and needed.

To enroll in courses, visit: https://sesleadershipacademy.org/courses

For answers to other questions, visit: https://sesleadershipacademy.org/faq

08/20/2026

🔔 It’s almost time for class! Registration is open until September 9th. If you have been thinking about enrolling, today is the day to say yes. Your seat is waiting.

Eight courses. Six learning pathways. Live via Zoom. $60 per course. Financial assistance available.

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08/12/2026

👥 Better together, and it is how we learn!

Did you know the ELCA SES Leadership Academy offers group enrollment? If your congregation or organization wants to bring a team, you can purchase multiple seats for any course in one simple step online. Just click on "buy licenses" for the course you are interested in and choose the number of seats you need at checkout. Registration is open.

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08/05/2026

💛 Cost should never stand between you and growing in faith and leadership. Financial assistance is available, and the application process is simple. If you have been thinking about enrolling but are not sure you can afford it, please fill out an online application by August 31. We want you here.
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07/29/2026

🌿 Whatever draws you to the ELCA SES Leadership Academy, there is a place for you here. You can take just one course, take several, or follow one of our curated pathways to deepen your faith and equip you for service.

Registration for the fall term is open. Visit our website to explore courses and pathways and find your fit.
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07/22/2026

🌿 "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control." — Galatians 5:22-23

God's Spirit moves us, nurtures our curiosities, and gives meaning to our lives. Living A Spirited Life with Rev. Patti Axel draws on Scripture, the wisdom of the Desert Mothers and Fathers, and medieval and contemporary voices to help you breathe deeply, step boldly, and trust the Spirit's guidance even when it leads you into the unknown. Come ready to walk as a companion on this lifelong journey.
📅 Fall 2026 | Live via Zoom | $60 🔗https://sesleadershipacademy.org/course/splsl

07/15/2026

💪 "Set an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity." — 1 Timothy 4:12

Called to Lead: Preparing for and Assuming Church Leadership Roles with Rev. Andy James and Rev. Justin Eller will give you the practical tools to lead well, from creating effective agendas and running productive meetings, to drafting policies, navigating legal responsibilities, managing records, and understanding your congregation's constitution. Leave ready to serve with both confidence and competence. 📅 Fall 2026 | Live via Zoom | $60 🔗 sesleadershipacademy.org

07/08/2026

🤝 "I was sick and you visited me." — Matthew 25:36
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply show up. Ministries of Presence: Visiting and Caring for Congregation Members with Dr. Bridget Piggue equips you with best practices and practical tools for homebound visits, hospital visitation, and eucharistic ministry, including how to listen well, pray faithfully, bring communion to those who cannot worship in person, and honor the dignity of every person you serve. Leave prepared and confident to extend the church's love. 📅 Fall 2026 | Live via Zoom | $60 🔗 sesleadershipacademy.org

07/01/2026

🎨 "The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork." — Psalm 19:1

Designing Art-Inspired Faith Formation with Rev. Krystle Moraska equips you to select and present works of art that spark theological reflection and deepen faith. By the end of the course, you will have a practical, adaptable model ready to bring to your own community, and a whole new way of seeing God's glory in the world around you. 📅 Fall 2026 | Live via Zoom | $60 🔗 sesleadershipacademy.org

06/24/2026

༄ "Let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream." — Amos 5:24

Your prophetic voice is needed. 🎤︎︎ In the course, Can I Get A Witness? A Guide to Speaking Up and Standing Out with Rev. Dr. Ron Bonner, you will learn how to organize for justice, speak truth to power, and protest faithfully. Find the courage, tools, and theological grounding to stand up for what matters most. 📅 Fall 2026 | Live via Zoom | $60 🔗 sesleadershipacademy.org

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+14045891977

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