Leadership development
The pathway from identification to succession.
| Stage | Purpose | Typical content |
|---|---|---|
| Identification | Recognise spiritually mature members with gifts and willingness to serve. | Character, calling, participation and references. |
| Orientation | Introduce AIC identity, doctrine, governance and ministry expectations. | Vision, values, structure, reporting and conduct. |
| Core training | Build essential ministry and leadership competence. | Bible handling, pastoral care, facilitation, safeguarding, governance and communication. |
| Supervised service | Allow practical experience with mentoring and feedback. | Assigned ministry role, observation and review. |
| Appointment or recognition | Confirm service within approved AIC processes. | Formal role, mandate, term and accountability. |
| Continuing development | Maintain competence and spiritual health. | Annual training, peer learning, retreat and supervision. |
| Succession and transition | Protect continuity and orderly handover. | Deputy development, records, handover and exit review. |
Commit these to faithful people who will be able to teach others also.