Board Essentials for Church Board Leaders
One year Access - $99 plus HST

Equip yourself for effective board ministry and leadership
We all aspire to be church leaders who Christ commends for our service. This foundational course on church board leadership covers essential topics designed to empower board leaders with the tools, skills, and biblical principles needed for impactful ministry.
To enhance your learning experience, the course includes a downloadable learning guide with concise summaries of each module and discussion questions to deepen your understanding and foster meaningful conversation at your board table.


What's Included:
Module 1
Biblical Principles & Postures of Board Leadership
Explore why governance matters and anchor your understanding of church board leadership in Scripture. This module highlights key biblical principles and spiritual postures essential for Christ-centered governance.
Module 2
Understanding the Board’s Role and Structure
Delve into the different types of boards, the legal duties of board members, and the key accountabilities of board leaders. Gain clarity on common board positions and ministry committee structures to ensure effective governance.
Module 3&4
Essential Skills for the Board
Discover seven critical skills that will enhance your effectiveness as a board leader.
Directing the Church
Cultivating a Healthy Relationship with the Pastor
Protecting and Risk Management
Monitoring & Evaluating
Discerning
Financial Literacy
Communication
Module 5
Essential Tools for the Job
Equip your board with the right tools. Learn about eight essential tools: a board governance manual, agendas, board reports & presentations, board meeting minutes, annual ministry plan, budget, board committees, and board development.
Why Take This Course?
This course is designed to provide practical insights, biblical foundation, and actionable tools that will strengthen your board leadership and enhance your ministry’s impact.
Terms of Use
At Five Smooth Stones, we strive to be open-handed in sharing resources and have designed our courses to be budget-friendly for all. Purchasers are encouraged to share the course materials internally within their own church leadership group to foster growth and learning.
However, to honour the spirit of this ministry and ensure continued accessibility, we kindly ask that these materials not be shared, distributed, or replicated for use by other churches or organizations outside of the purchasing church.
We deeply appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Testimonial
Heather combines her rich leadership experience with her passion for the Church and its mission, to offer a wise, biblically rooted approach to leading well as a board member. Whether you are a seasoned board member or brand new to the role, Heather will help to equip you to manage, administrate, and lead the Church effectively. Your board will come away inspired to lead well, both spiritually and administratively, and fully embrace this essential leadership role.
Heather Broomer, Lead Pastor, Trinity Pentecostal Church