July 22-24, 2026

Class Registration: $175

REGISTER HERE

_{This class introduces basic church leadership, management, and parliamentary law to prepare students spiritually and practically for local church support. Students will develop a leadership mindset and learn to manage for growth through reading, observation, and reflection.}

_{CLASS SCHEDULE}

<sub>Wednesday July 22, 8:30am-4:30pm
(Wednesday Chapel, 9-10am, with KCC Staff)

Thursday July 23, 8:30am-4:30pm

Friday July 24, 9:00am-1:00pm
*agenda and syllabus to be sent upon registration</sub>

_{Join us for a three-day interactive experience starting with Chapel at Kentwood Community Church. The schedule features large group learning, small group discussion, personal reflection, and leader interviews. You’ll also have dedicated time to network and discuss ministry goals with your peers.}

CLASS INSTRUCTOR

_{Dr. Rev Curtis Thompson, Executive Pastor}

<sub>Dr. Curtis A. Thompson holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Tennessee State University, an M.Div., and a Doctorate in Transformational Leadership from Wesley Seminary. He serves as a faculty advisor for Nazarene Theological Seminary and Wesley Seminary.

As Executive Pastor and Chief of Staff at Kentwood Community Church, Dr. Thompson manages daily operations and strategic ministry alignment. He is a dedicated teacher and preacher focused on family and helping others build intimate, holistic relationships with God.</sub>

REGISTRATION NOTES

<sub>EARLY REGISTRATION is needed to access and  prepare the PRE-COURSE work.

On July 22 at 8:30am, enter through DOOR E and check in at the reception desk for further instruction.

Post-course will also be expected, and can be accessed after registration.</sub>

AREA RESTAURANTS

HOTEL SUGGESTIONS

<sub>Holiday Inn Express
4888 Town Center Dr. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
616.282.9471

Staybridge Suites - Grand Rapids South
1439 Eastport Dr.
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
616.803.7134</sub>