DIG DOWN PROCESS
Calling people of faith into a growth mindset
THE DIG DOWN PROCESS
is an adventure in thinking theologically, exploring governance and staffing, and maximizing resources. Making shifts in these three important areas can empower a congregation to move forward in mission. The Dig Down guide is designed for deep thinking and action. Each step includes reading, conversation, and discernment towards the larger goal of evaluating and making changes as needed within the congregation.
LEAD offers these FREE resources, training, and coaching to help congregations successfully move through the process.
- Is my congregation ready? Take this short quiz.
- 10 Minute Toolbox videos (free registration required)
- Safe Haven Guidelines
LEAD offers the following resources, trainings, and coaching for the Dig Down Process that can be customized for your unique context.
Dig Down guide
- step by step timeline for the Dig Down Process
- detailed explanations for each of the ten steps
- training activities
- Bible studies
- questions for listening, reflection
and more
Online training by a LEAD coach
- to equip the Exploring Team facilitator and the pastor to lead the Dig Down Process
Coaching with experienced coaches
- to accompany your congregation through the process
Congregational Assessment
- also available separately
Work with LEAD to design a package to meet your specific needs.
By committing to the Dig Down Process, you are making the decision to listen to and follow God into the future.
Individual copies of Dig Down: An invitation to explore
are available for purchase from Amazon.
LISTEN
tuning in to God’s call, to God’s mission, doing justice in our own
neighborhood and the
world
neighborhood and the
world
The Tune In
Process
CENTER
waking up to a deeper relationship with God, purposeful community, and our own identity
The Wake Up Process
CONNECT
working out of our comfort zone to expand relationships to
reflect the diversity of God’s creation