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If you're at the Pathways for Tomorrow gathering in Indianapolis (November 2023), please be sure to stop by and say hello to the team! You'll have a chance to meet Amy Kardash, our president, along with Ann Marie Glanden, Matt Hufman, and Trish Shea! 

While we want to introduce ourselves personally, we also want you to know more about us and the work we do. We're a co-coordinator of the Pathways for Tomorrow grant, working alongside of ATS.

We are a  resourcing organization created to support theological schools in North America thrive. We’ve been around for more than 30 years and help our members and affiliates in a number of ways, some of which you’ll see below. 

The In Trust Center for Theological Schools was designed to support you and your school. Be sure to bookmark our site! 

You can connect with us via email here, but read more to find out how we can help.

SEEING THE FUTURE: PATHWAYS FOR TOMORROW

The In Trust Center is a co-coordinator of the Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative, funded by Lilly Endowment Inc. The initiative is allowing schools to reimagine how they’ll educate the next generation of ministers. We’ll help the grant awardees work through their projects, and we’ll also share the wise practices and things that they’re learning with everyone. See more here. 

A TROVE OF INFORMATION: THE AWARD-WINNING MAGAZINE

In Trust magazine has been covering theological education for more than 30 years. You can find stories that will help you understand the trends, themes, and issues facing theological education and how schools are addressing them. Members receive print copies of the quarterly magazine mailed to leaders and board members. Read the magazine here. 

TAILORED JUST FOR YOU: RESOURCE CONSULTING

Whatever questions, issues, or concerns you and your school have, our Resourcing Consulting team is ready to help. The team can confidentially help you frame the discussion and connect you to resources to address your specific needs. The service is free for members. 

NEXT-LEVEL BOARDS: WISE STEWARDS INITIATIVE

The Wise Stewards Initiative provides presidents and boards with evaluation, training, and coaching designed to take school governance to the next level. Selected schools join a year-long cohort to learn from one another and also receive individualized coaching. The initiative is funded by the M. J. Murdock Trust and is free for members.

LEARNING ALL THE TIME: PODCASTS AND WEBINARS

A robust and ongoing selection of webinars and our podcast allow you to keep in touch with experts and what others are doing. Our webinars typically allow live interaction, and our on-demand webinars give you wisdom when you need it. The podcast gives you the best conversations however you listen.

Find a rich array of webinars here.

Learn more about the podcast here and listen or find the links to Apple, Google Play, or Spotify.

A FULL LIBRARY OF HOW-TO: TEMPLATES AND GUIDES

Our Templates and Guides provide a great selection of short pieces of wisdom from experts on a wide range of topics, including governance, education models, and finance. They make great pieces to glean wisdom and provide easy-to-use resources for board education. See them here.

FUNDING INNOVATION: RESOURCE GRANTS

We provide small innovation grants every year to schools trying new ideas. The Resource Grants provide up to $15,000 of matching dollars and have helped schools experiment and innovate new programs. You can find out more here.

 

It’s our privilege to journey alongside our members. We’d love to connect with you. You can email us here. 

 


 

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Upcoming Events

The In Trust Center hosts learning community spaces throughout the year. Check out our upcoming events below.

Closing the Trust Gap

ON DEMAND

The current and very troubling condition of trust is a clarion call to action. But despite the dismal data showing pervasive organizational distrust, every organization can assess their current level of trust, learn and adopt a proven trust building framework, and then develop a meaningful and long-lasting plan of action. This webinar details the knowledge and practical next steps to strengthen workplace culture as a result of closing the trust gap.

In Trust Center Resource Grants

ON DEMAND

An In Trust Center Resource Grant offers member schools a chance to explore innovation at their institutions through a matching grant opportunity of up to $15,000. Listen to this 30-minute information session, including Q&A, as we provide details on eligibility requirements, funding priorities, application process. Previous grantees are eligible to apply as long as they are not within our current funding cycle.

Conflict + Crisis: Navigating the Shoals, Part 2 – A Deeper Dive

ON DEMAND

Presenter Donna Alexander, President & CEO of Advoxum Global Strategies, offers best practices for navigating conflict and crisis. She examines the crucial elements of defining conflict and crisis, identifying, and prioritizing affected stakeholders, utilizing effective communication strategies, and ultimately, executing a plan of action. Click here to view.

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In Trust Center provides Resource Consulting to our members at no charge. Contact us today and let us guide you to the most helpful resources for your situation.

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