With so much change happening around the church, figuring out how to meet the evolving needs of individuals and families often calls for innovative strategies. But just because we know change is needed doesn’t mean we know what kind of change or how to make it happen. Come explore the innovation process, from deciding what is no longer working to identifying needs, developing ideas, garnering support, trying them out, and refining them over time. We’ll help you answer questions like “How do I figure out if an idea ‘fits’ my context?” and “What makes something innovative?”, as well as “What prevents innovative ideas from getting off the ground?” and “How do I know if an idea needs adjusting or just more time to gel?” We’ll also share stories of successful innovation projects from our work as the Children’s Spirituality Research and Innovation Hub and talk about the power of innovation cohorts for enriching and sustaining new ideas.
