tim skills and tools
Below you’ll find a list of essential skills and tools for your work as an interim practitioner. The link will take you to a Google Drive folder containing a variety of resources on that topic. Suggested additions to these folders may be sent to Peter Alexander at info@LCMSTIM.org
tim contracting
Resources for crafting an effective agreement that provides structure and effective goals for your work together
congregation assessment
Tools for gaining an accurate and shared picture of organizational, missional, and/or ministry health
learning teams
Guidance for gathering, organizing, and equipping a team to assess, explore, and engage the congregation in movement toward mission & ministry health.
communication
Ideas and resources for engaging the entire congregation during the interim period.
governance & Finance
Guidance for finding the right structure for your congregation’s size and culture.
staffing
Guidance on staffing for mission as well as dealing with staffing issues common to congregations.
stewardship
Resources for assessing and nurturing Biblical understanding and practices for healthy personal and congregational stewardship of resources.
conflict
Resources for assessing and leveraging conflict as opportunity for deeper understanding and trust.
history & CULTURE
Discover ideas and tools for telling the congregation’s story as a way to identify culture & values, and give thanks for God’s faithful providing on the journey.
misconduct
Understand the issues particular to staff and leader misconduct and pathways to restored health and trust.
other topic?
Deepen your connection with God through our extensive collection of spiritual resources and guidance.
other topic?
Discover enlightening articles on faith, spirituality, and Christian living.