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Leadership Coaching Project

Summary
Thank you for considering the Province V Leadership Coaching Project (LCP). The goal is to assist ALL leaders of churches to grow in spirituality and leadership capability. In providing coaches for leaders, the LCP can change the church.
 
The benefits of coaching are well documented. It creates ministry partnerships to assist leaders in being connected and feeling less isolated. It helps them become stronger leaders in the local context. We know that leaders with coaches are less likely to be frustrated by the demands of parish life and more importantly, better able to guide a parish into future endeavors. Once you complete the training and become a Trained Coach, you will have the skills to assist laity and clergy in developing leadership skills by deep listening, encouragement, and asking powerful questions. 
 
Before applying, review the training, time and coaching commitment sections to help discern your availability to make this commitment. Applicants must recognize the significant time commitment and if you are unable to make this commitment at this time, please do not apply. There will be additional opportunities in the future.
 
Training and Time Commitment
The professional services of Chris Holmes, of the Holmes Coaching Group, will be used for training. Learn more at holmescoaching.com. Training will be via Zoom conferencing.
 
Training takes a commitment of approximately 100 hours for coursework and homework. 
 
Pre-Training Preparation (10-15 hours)
  • Reading preparation materials, writing an initial paper.
  • Attending in-depth orientation on use of Zoom - it’s more than just watching the screen.
  • Securing access to a computer with video/audio and highspeed internet. A mobile phone can be used but is discouraged as it makes involvement and participation cumbersome.
  • Obtaining a headset with microphone and earphones for use during Zoom conferencing.
 
Training (70-80 hours)
  • Completing CASTS 1-4 coursework which includes: The Basics, Advanced Skills, Group Coaching and Synergy. There are 16 sessions of 3-hour Zoom sessions.
  • Participating in immediate post-training follow-up and check-in.

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Benefits for the Trained Coach
LCP training allows a Trained Coach to offer coaching services for a fee. This includes individual, community organizations and church leaders that are not part of the Province V requirement.

Continuing Education and Certification
Trained Coaches may choose to pursue additional training to achieve International Coaching Federation certification (coachfederation.org). This certification requires the individual to perform:
  • 60 hours of training (you already have it)
  • 10 hours of mentor coaching ($1500 cost)
  • 100 practice hours
  • Application and test ($500)

Leadership Coaching Project - for scholarship recipients

Roanridge Grant!
Province V and the Diocese of Fond du Lac received funding from the Roanridge Trust Grant Program to launch the Leadership Coaching Project or LCP. We are grateful to the Roanridge Trust Grant Program.  

Coaching Commitment
Trained Coaches who have used financial resources provided through the Province to obtain the training commit to provide coaching to parish and diocesan leaders for at least two years following completion of their training at no charge to those coached. Performance of this coaching commitment involves the following:

  • Coordinating initial contact through the Provincial Coordinator to match up with church leaders. These connections may be local or in another diocese of the province. NOTE: Those attending the initial training cohort of LCP will be matched with leaders from town and country Episcopal churches due to grant requirements.
  • Working with another Trained Coach in facilitating peer coaching sessions.
  • Developing and maintaining regular contact with those being coached.
  • Conducting 3-6 coaching sessions each month (3 hours / month) for those who qualify for free coaching.
  • Performing coaching sessions in the form agreed upon with those being coached. This may be in-person, using online conferencing technology, or over the phone.
  • Pursuing coaching network opportunities with others in the profession to build their skills and credentials.
 
Have Questions?
For additional information, to ask questions or to discuss the LCP, contact Province V Coordinator Heather Barta at provincevcoordinator@gmail.com or (989) 413-3229.

Resources

Best Coaching Models to Know, from July 2021 meeting

Marion Franklin, MCC - The Heart of Laser-Focused Coaching:  Heard her speak last week as part of an ICF Executive and Leadership Coaching webinar.  She was excellent - lots of practical tips for new and experienced coaches.  Just bought her book and can’t wait to get started.

Michael Bungay Stanier - The Coaching Habit and The Advice Trap:  He’s very pragmatic and humorous (heard him speak several times - check him out on YouTube). His books are super easy to read but very impactful.

LCP Newsletters

December 2021
​November 2021
October 2021
September 2021
August 2021

    LCP Coach Application

    Cohorts are registering for starting their course in January and March.
    If you have any questions about timing, please contact Heather:  email or 989-413-3229

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    Coaching Report - Jan 2022 (reporting on 2020-2021)
    Please report on ALL hours that you have coached as a coach.  For some, that will mean including hours that you coached in 2020.  This will be the last time that we look back that far.  Next reporting will only be current year.

Submit
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Continuing Education Resources

Group and team coaching - Christine Thorton
Essential Coaching Skills and Knowledge - a book series
​Effective Group Coaching by Jennifer Britton
Vestry as a Life-Giving Team by Chris Holmes
Seth's Blog - insightful sayings
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