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Webinar video: Mark Bernstein discusses Sinek's ideas and principles and relates them to our work in congregational life.Webinar | By Mark Bernstein, Unitarian Universalist Association of Membership Professionals , MidAmerica Region of the UUA | April 30, 2019 | For Adults | From LeaderLabTagged as: Adult Faith Development, Membership in Congregations -
Learn how to avoid some common mistakes so you can make the most of your covenant.Webinar | By Mark Bernstein, MidAmerica Region of the UUA, Unitarian Universalist Association of Membership Professionals | October 19, 2018 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Covenant, Covenant Groups & Small Group Ministry -
Opening our doors to people of all abilities is the less talked about test of inclusion in our congregations. This webinar discusses “disability etiquette” and explores the many ways in which our congregations can be more accessible and more welcoming to people with a variety of disabilities.Webinar | By Mark Bernstein, Unitarian Universalist Association of Membership Professionals , MidAmerica Region of the UUA | October 3, 2018 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Hospitality, Disability & Accessibility -
Being in right relationship with people who have disabilities is more than etiquette. It requires that we treat others fairly; that we ensure that everyone has the same opportunities, resources, and rewards....By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLab -
Are we having fun yet? Surprisingly, many UU congregations aren't. The stress of church work, interpersonal conflict, and lack of resources, to name a few, result in congregational members worrying more and enjoying less. Based on the Shawn Achor book, The Happiness Advantage, this session will...Webinar | By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Adult Faith Development -
Marcel Proust wrote, "The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes." In order for congregations to truly see how friendly and hospitable they are, it is helpful to learn from others. This session will provide the nuts and bolts for setting up your own...By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLab -
Greeting visitors and members at the doors of our congregations is more than saying hello and collecting information. This session will explore the art of greeting and will offer a blueprint for setting up your own greeter training program and monitoring its effectiveness. 2013...By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLab -
Why Dying and Rebirth are Essential Components of Growth Congregations that aspire to be vital, strong and growing follow a constant cycle of birth, aging, death, renewal and rebirth. This session will look at several theories around the life cycles of congregations and will suggest the critical...Webinar | By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Membership in Congregations, Membership Growth & Outreach -
Fun and Effective Team Building Activities for Your Board, Committees, and Congregation Synergy is what happens when a group of people accomplish something that one or two or a few alone could not. Where there is teamwork, there is synergy....Webinar | By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Governing Boards, Leadership Development -
The challenges that Membership Professionals face require that one react both with their head and with their heart....Webinar | By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Membership in Congregations, Leadership Development -
Five Ways of Growing Your Congregation. Mark Bernstein discusses five ways of growing strong, vital and lasting Unitarian Universalist congregations. 2012 Additional Resources Five Types of Growth (doc)...Webinar | By Mark Bernstein | December 17, 2017 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Membership Growth & Outreach -
The opportunity is great in our congregations for rumors, miscommunication, gossip and, of course, conflict. Examine the barriers to open communication processes and will explore ways in which lay and ministerial leaders can open up channels of communication and create transparent systems where...Webinar | By Mark Bernstein, Central East Region of the UUA | August 31, 2017 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Covenant, Healthy Behavior, Communication -
In many congregations, meetings are considered a necessary evil. It doesn't have to be that way. Learn spiritual and practical ideas for running efficient, effective and faith-based meetingsWebinar | By Mark Bernstein, Central East Region of the UUA | June 7, 2017 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Effective Meetings, Governing Boards, Communication -
Mother Teresa wrote, “Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.” More than two thirds of Unitarian Universalist Churches have fewer than 150 members. In many ways, the future of our faith rests in the continued strength and vitality of these “small”...Training | By Karen Brammer, Mark Bernstein, Patricia Infante, Andrea Perry Lerner | April 12, 2016 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Small Congregations -
People are more likely to change their behavior if they see others doing it.By Mark Bernstein | August 12, 2014 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Membership in Congregations -
Is rudeness a quality of Unitarian Universalism? How else to explain the lack of hospitality exhibited by many congregations toward unbidden guests? This workshop will explore the prevalence of rudeness in our society, how it is seeping through the walls of our congregations, and what we can do...Webinar | By Mark Bernstein | June 26, 2014 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Conflict Management in Congregations, Healthy Behavior, Membership Growth & Outreach -
Many years ago, I was working with employees of MBNA Bank at their branch headquarters in Newark, Delaware. Over every door in the building, in big block letters, were the words, THINK OF YOURSELF AS THE CUSTOMER. I was struck by that phrase and with the idea that putting yourself in the...By Mark Bernstein | May 24, 2013 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Hospitality, Membership Growth & Outreach -
Invite our friends, neighbors and loved ones to experience the place that has brought us such joy and meaning.By Mark Bernstein | May 29, 2012 | From LeaderLabTagged as: Membership Growth & Outreach