What is
Mentoring Matters?
The ACC VIC Mentoring Program seeks to assist our Senior Pastors in developing themselves to operate from a place of health, both spiritually & physically.
The program was launched in March 2012 with ten Senior Pastor couples from around the State & has quickly become a valuable tool in assisting Senior Pastors in the development of healthy lifestyle and ministry practices.
Ps Graham Shand
Aspire Church ACC VIC State Executive Member
“It’s not always the most talented, or even the most skilled who will be the most fruitful over the longer term, but rather people who operate from a place of health; ...spiritually, physically and in terms of mind-sets. The key practices that we put into place will position us to be fruitful – no matter what season we are in, or circumstances we are facing.”
Ps. Ian Kruithoff
Former ACC Director of Church Planting & Health
Thank you to Graham and Julie Shand, who coordinate Mentoring Matters, our program that equips pastors through a personal development program. MM has many great testimonials from more than one hundred pastors and spouses who have already undertaken the program.
Ps. David Doery
International Speaker & Mentor
“The ACC VIC Mentoring Matters Program can help you stay happy, healthy and fruitful. It will set you up for successful life long ministry.”
Program
The ten-month program (Feb-Nov) has been designed specifically for senior pastors.
It involves book reviews, Zoom hook-ups and a forum where insights & feedback can be exchanged. This will provide an opportunity for interaction, no matter where you live.
Resources
Group Zoom sessions with state executive members, key leaders & overseas ministries
Books / podcasts / videos & articles from best minds from around the globe
Online access to downloads
Support
Prayer team allocated to each pastor
One-on-one mentoring
Ministry teams available
Connection to ongoing mentors
Weekend Intensive
The first weekend of March is a key highlight of the mentoring program. It is important that you are placed to attend this weekend before committing to the program.
The Program
Why Mentoring Matters?
The role of the Christian leader, particularly the role of leading a local church, is one of great diversity and challenge. It demands the kind of conditioning that enables people to go the distance. Mentoring is a valuable tool to assist Senior Pastors in the development of healthy life and ministry practices, that will increase their capacity, longevity and effectiveness over the longer term. The ACC VIC Mentoring Program was launched in March 2012 with ten Senior Pastor couples from around the State
The Program
The ten month program (Feb—Nov) has been designed specifically for Senior Pastors. This is a program of impartation, reading & interaction designed to foster personal growth & development. It has a limited annual intake. It will involve book reviews, Zoom hook-ups, and a forum where insights and feedback can be exchanged. This will provide opportunity for interaction regardless of where you live.
The Facilitators
Graham and Julie have been Senior Pastors for over 30 years. During this time they have planted churches and currently lead Aspire Church with multiple services. Their ministry has taken them around the globe. Graham has lectured in Bible Colleges over a 10 year period, has served as an ACC VIC Regional Leader & on the State Executive. He has completed postgraduate studies in Leadership. Julie has also served as the State director of Kids R Us, and has completed a diploma in counselling.
Weekend Intensive
The first weekend in March, is a key highlight of the mentoring program. It is important that you are available to attend this weekend before committing to the program. It is an introduction to the program and opportunity to meet the other Pastors in the group. Spouses are invited to join you for this part of the program.
Register your interest
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Australian Christian Mentoring Network
Resources, networking and training in Christian Mentoring.
Anamcara Consulting
Mentoring, Consultancy, Partnership, Training and Facilitation. (Dr Rick Lewis, author of the book, “Mentoring Matters”)