Church Development and Transformation

2019 Micro Grants for
​Transformational Initiatives

Providing funding to local (CFP) congregations and faith communities for new exploratory initiatives focused on both internal and external transformation.   Examples of such initiatives:
  1.    New opportunities for revitalization for church leaders; Ruling & Teaching elders, deacons, church educators, musicians, church administrators & other church staff. 
  2.    New programs in individual and congregational discernment.
  3.    New targeted outreach, social justice or mission programs.
  4.    New exploratory church programing
  5.    New community service projects and partnerships.  
Intent:  The intent of these micro grants is to encourage faith communities within the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to experiment with new ideas for ministry that have the possibility of re-energizing Christian discipleship in ways that help them  “experience transformation that opens doors as it opens hearts, that heals relationships, that widens the circle of welcome by meeting the needs of the people and the needs seen in the context in which they worship, play and serve.”  It is our hope that these initiatives will function as laboratories and incubators for the exploration of new relevant and authentic forms of ministry.  
 While all new project and or programs can be well meaning; the requirements for these grant applicant (churches/sessions) will be to articulate:
  1.    How this program translates to congregational and spiritual renewal.
  2.    How this program meshes with the congregation overall vision.
  3.    How CFP funding acts as one-time seed grant. The local faith community will assume responsibility for continued funding.
  4.    Some type of measurement and or matrix for evaluation.    
  5.    A way to share findings (success and learnings) with the presbytery.  
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MAC (Ministry Assistance Catalog)

Central Florida Presbytery’s “Ministry Assistance Catalogue” is a product of the CFP’s Congregational Transformation Team’s effort to provide quality learning experiences for local congregations/faith communities within our presbytery. Many have experienced the quality of the FISH and COLE events. This is an opportunity to bring that same quality to you in your local setting.
 
The “Ministry Assistance Catalogue” or MAC will give you the opportunity to browse through several “workshop” offerings and choose one that fits your local needs. You can find the catalogue at presbytery meetings and on the CFP website.  The presenter will come to your location and lead committees, Sessions or larger groups in the topic that you chose.  Each presenter has agreed to come for only the cost of transportation. You will decide on arrangements directly with the presenter.  The only cost to your congregation is covering travel costs for the presenter.
 
Presenters are asked to notify the chair of the Congregational Transformation Team when a presentation is scheduled.  Church representatives are encouraged to provide feedback to the same chair following the presentation.  Our goal is to expand the quality learning experiences available to our congregations and we are grateful for your partnership in meeting that goal.
 
Rev Linda M. Jaberg
Chair, Congregational Transformation Team
lindajaberg@gmail.com
407-601-3396
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