TLS 101 | The Thriving Leader | Spiritual Formation

The first course in The Thriving Leader series focuses on establishing the foundations of spiritual formation and on how these principles and practices influence our thinking, behavior, and development, as well as those of Christians called to serve. It begins with knowing God, understanding self, valuing relationships, embracing resiliency, and building a construct that leads to thriving.

Content provided by Christian Leadership Alliance Personal Leadership Chairs & CEO:

• Margaret Fitzwater, Executive Director, Navigators Train-Develop-Care 
• Tami Heim CCNL, President and CEO – Christian Leadership Alliance
• Vonna Laue CCNL, Executive Director of Global Services and CFO - TEAM 
• Tracy Mathews, Executive Director – Attune Leadership

Learning Objectives

This course provides students with the following outcomes:

• A fundamental understanding of biblical foundations related to knowing God.
• Discover biblical truth related to knowing oneself.
• Increase ability to value, honor, and respect others. 
• Learn practical techniques to cultivate personal awareness and resilience. 
• Develop a personal construct to guide life, learning, and purpose.   

Requirements for Receiving Credit

Credit for the course criteria:

• At least three comments in each of the five-session discussions; one to respond to the prompt and at least two to the other's contribution.
• Completion and submission of five Reflection assignments demonstrating that the student has read the required reading and reviewed the presentation

Required Resources

The following books are fundamental to the principles covered in this course and classics for a Christian leader's library:

• Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature While Remaining Emotionally Immature By Peter Scazzero
• Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change by Tod Bolsinger

Other readings for the course will be available through PDFs and links to articles, podcasts, and blog posts

Note: To maximize your experience, plan 1-2 hours per week.

Faculty: Tami Heim, CCNL, President and CEO, Christian Leadership Alliance

Tami Heim has been the president and CEO of Christian Leadership Alliance since January 2012. Her professional career includes executive leadership experience in technology, marketing, publishing, and retail. She was a partner in The A Group—Brand Development, executive vice president and chief publishing officer for Thomas Nelson Publishers, and president of Borders, Inc.