Communication Coordination
Rev. Dr. Ashley Cleere
NACCC Executive Director 

It has been said of the 300 congregations in our beloved Association, "to know one NACCC church is to know one NACCC church." Every Congregational church is uniquely gathered, carrying out its mission according to a distinctive set of bylaws.

Ten years ago, NACCC visionaries established the Year Round Delegate (YRD) program to coordinate communication among NACCC congregations and to apprise members of national initiatives. Some churches have successfully integrated a designated YRD into their leadership structures. Others have alternative methods of featuring the NACCC in congregational life.

Realizing that one size does not fit all, we are open to diversifying our approach. If the YRD model is working for your church - wonderful! If your congregation distributes information in another fashion - keep up the good work! If your church does not have an effective means of sharing NACCC news, let us know how we can support your efforts. Staff and leadership are exploring expanded channels of communication.

Thank you for being an actively engaged participant in the NACCC!
Interested in Deepening your Walk with Christ?
 
Many of you are actively involved in critical ministries in your congregation. You take your faith seriously and enjoy serving your church brothers and sisters faithfully. You are true servants of Christ within your community.
 
If you are feeling called to go deeper in that journey, the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches is here to help.
 
Starting September 2022, we will begin a Cohort B, Level 1 –Discipleship class. This program is designed for those who are servants at heart. Once you complete Level 1, we welcome you to continue your journey with level 2 and 3 of the Lay Ministry Training Program. 
 
Explanation of Levels:
·        Level 1: DISCIPLESHIP – This level is like advanced Bible Study to bring you to a deeper relationship with the Lord;
·        Level 2: LAY LEADERSHIP – This level will prepare you to more effectively serve your local congregation as a deacon, trustee, moderator, or other lay leader;
·        Level 3: PASTORAL LEADERSHIP – This level prepares you to lead a congregation of saints as a licensed lay pastor.
 
Each student will work closely with an approved mentor in a virtual learning environment with updated curriculum materials that reflect a diversity of biblical and theological scholarship.
 
We are now accepting applications for Cohort B. Click here to apply. To learn more visit the Lay Ministry Training Program page on our website or contact Polly Bodjanac or Laura Wright .
National Association of Congregational Christian Churches
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