Siburt Resources & Events
Thank you for visiting with us! We look forward to connecting with you at one of our various events either in person or virtually. We offer a variety of services, resources and support to help you in your church ministry throughout our website.
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Church Research Council
Do you remember the old Churches of Christ in the United States directory? Well, there's an ambitious research project afoot to renew, refresh, and deepen that demographic database, and we're excited to be partners in the work! Click on the button to complete the survey or send it to one of the leaders of your congregation.
Selah Certificate
Our Selah Certificate in Spiritual Direction has multiple openings available for you! We will be starting a new cohort in February 2025 and we are making plans for the next cohort beginning in February 2026. This program is ideal for those looking to develop their skills in spiritual direction and deepen their contemplative life. See more details by clicking on the button below!
ElderLink DFW
If you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, we’d like to invite you to ElderLink DFW. Meet us at North Davis Church of Christ on March 1 for a day of equipping and fellowship. Learn more about ElderLink by clicking on the button.
Live from the Siburt Institute
Check out our podcast to hear conversations between ministers, church leaders, and scholars, brought to you by the staff of the Siburt Institute. New episodes are published bi-weekly. Listen wherever you stream podcasts!
Mosaic
Are you a reader looking for insight and reflection on ministry and Christian leadership? Check out Mosaic, a blog from the Siburt Institute where we publish article two to three times per week.
Interested in writing? Contact us at mosaic@acu.edu
Intersection: Where theology and practice meet
Intersection is a monthly webinar where Dr. Carson Reed and Randy Harris host a variety of speakers to dig deeper into theological thinking. Register for an upcoming intersection or watch a past recording today! Click on the button below.
Downloads
One way we seek to equip leaders and help churches thrive is through our free downloadable materials. Within this collection are resources and guides to use for Bible classes, small groups, elder-minister teams, personal growth, and sabbatical policies—including the newest materials about church employee handbooks.
Ministry Transition Resources
Ministers and congregations alike, navigating a change in ministerial leadership is a critical, complex, and challenging process. Whether you are looking for tools to help you manage your transition on your own, or you would like to work more closely with a trusted guide, we are here to equip you to manage your transition effectively and healthfully.
Salary Survey
Every year, we collect salary and compensation package data through our Salary Survey for ministers in the Churches of Christ. This data is used to help ministers learn how other churches structure their compensation packages. Click the button to see data from past years and to sign up to receive emails about participation in our 2025 survey.