Where will you take your next step in connecting and learning?
Serving on the board of an Anabaptist faith-based health and human services organization is both a privilege and a responsibility. As a steward of your organization, you are called to lead with wisdom, faith, and a commitment to service. One of the most effective ways to strengthen your leadership is through networking, ongoing learning, and engagement with other mission-aligned, faith-based, leaders.
Learning from Each Other
Board members bring diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives to their roles. By connecting with peers from other organizations, you can gain fresh insights and practical solutions to shared challenges. Whether discussing governance best practices, financial stewardship, CEO compensation practices, or navigating shifts in government policy, you can sharpen your decision-making by learning from others who share a similar mission-driven approach.
The Value of Conferences and Gatherings
Attending conferences and networking events specifically designed for Anabaptist health and human service leaders provides a unique opportunity to deepen both knowledge and relationships. These gatherings offer:
- Faith-Inspired Leadership Development – Sessions tailored to integrating faith and service in board governance.
- Practical Strategies – Workshops that address pressing topics such as nonprofit sustainability, regulatory changes, and innovation in programs and services.
- Relationship Building – Opportunities to develop partnerships, mentor new board members, and strengthen the broader Anabaptist service network.
Strengthening the Broader Ministry
The organization you serve is part of a larger tapestry of faith-based service. When board members are well-connected, you help create opportunities for collaboration, resource sharing, and collective problem-solving. Strengthening relationships within and beyond our organizations allows for greater impact in meeting the needs of those served.
A Call to Engage
An effective board is not just one that meets regularly—it is one that actively seeks wisdom, fosters relationships, and embraces opportunities to grow. Whether through attending conferences, participating in peer-learning groups, joining online networking forums, or simply reaching out to fellow board members in other organizations, the investment in networking ultimately strengthens both individual leaders and the ministries they serve.
By prioritizing connection and continuous learning, board members can help ensure that our faith-driven ministries remain strong, resilient, and faithful to the call of service.