Funded by the Lilly Endowment, The Academy of Church Leadership at North Park University is dedicated to equipping religious leaders with the skills needed for effective congregational growth. Programs focus on professional development in finance, management, and leadership for religious leaders.
Why Study Church Leadership?
Being a pastor or church leader is more demanding than ever, and includes far more than spiritual leadership. The Academy helps you develop the skills necessary to ensure the continued health and growth of your church.
Church Leadership Retreat
As church leaders we often struggle to address biblical and pastoral concerns, as well as financial, logistical, and operational needs. Our retreat will help you bridge that gap. We offer a comprehensive and intensive three-day retreat that includes resources and education on everything from conflict resolution to accounting.
Church Leadership Workshops
Johnson Center, Room 325,
3225 W. Foster Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
North Park University
North Park University welcomes pastors, church staff, and lay leaders of all denominations to attend our workshop series, which will enable Christian leaders to ensure congregation growth.
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Conferences & Workshops
Professional development in finance, management, and leadership.
Scholarships & Tuition Discounts
As part of a long-standing commitment to keep education affordable, North Park University offers funds to qualified pastors, church staff, and lay leaders, plus non-profit and alumni tuition discounts. Beginning in the Fall of 2018 students who enroll in the Certificate in Church Administration will receive a 50% tuition grant for the courses in that program.
Explore Programs
The Academy offers academic programs, including a certificate in church administration and a joint MDiv/MBA or MNA.