In Classic KINDLE, we know that you want to be a confident leader, communicator, and equipper in your ministry role. To do that, you need an actionable path forward that builds on the foundation you’ve created. Progress comes through better habits, boundaries, and rhythms.
Classic KINDLE
Over time, relationships, boundaries, and budgets all get squeezed. You may feel inadequate for the task at hand or even trapped in your current routine – unsure of how to break free. We believe ministry workers should never feel alone or isolated from the body of Christ.
The Classic KINDLE Experience
This two-year program engages second-chair ministry leaders who have five or more years of experience serving in a congregational setting. It features four in-depth learning events, interactive learning circles of 4-5 people coached by experienced ministry leaders, and powerful resources that encourage the personal growth and development of others as intentional, Christ-like servant leaders.
Resources, processes, and tools to create and establish an intentional Christ-like servant leader development process in your congregation, home, workplace, community, and the world—wherever God has planted you!
The opportunity to develop relationships with other like-minded professionals and receive support and encouragement for your ministry.
The opportunity to grow further as a productive, resourceful congregational professional who desires to be a Christ-like servant leader and who seeks to prepare others to also foster and multiply Christ-like servant leaders.
Classic KINDLE provides you with:
Congregations Benefit from Classic KINDLE participation
When second chair ministry leaders participate in Classic KINDLE, their congregations and communities gain a staff member who is:
A healthier, more intentional Christ-like servant leader.
Establishing an ongoing Christ-like servant leader development process within their ministry area.
Implementing resources for creating generations of Christ-like servant leaders, both inside and outside of the congregation.
Able to coach lay leaders in their pursuit of a Christ-like servant-leader growth plan.
Focusing their ministry area on Christ-like servant leadership in the congregation, home, workplace, and community.
Get Started with Classic KINDLE
Request to view “Put Your Mask on First” webinar, led by KINDLE board member, Rhonda Mohr, to learn about being a healthy leader.
Engage in the 18 month learning experience and thrive in your personal and professional calling, rooted in your identity as a Christ-Like Servant Leader.
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Erika Mitts
‘21-23 Participant
“I’ve walked away from other conferences going, ‘I’m so glad I learned this, but now what?’ And I never use any of the knowledge I’ve learned. But with KINDLE, I know I will.”
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Chris Brown
‘21-23 Participant
“I was surprised by how much of the learnings related to ministry are so applicable to home and family. I should have recognized that, but I almost use more of what we learned at home than I do in the ministry setting.”
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Amy Heuer
‘21-23 Participant
“My main takeaway: Christ-like servant leadership isn’t a pinnacle to be reached. It’s not about me, but the opportunity to pour into those around me.”
Apply for Classic KINDLE
Classic KINDLE is a 2-year learning cycle designed for second-chair ministry leaders serving in congregational ministry with 5+ years of full-time ministry experience.
Four in-person learning events at University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, Illinois.
Weekly learning circles of 4-5 people, facilitated by experienced KINDLE Christ-like Servant Leaders currently serving in congregations.
The next cycle begins in Fall 2026 with registration opening in Fall 2025.
The in-person training dates include:
September 21 – 24, 2026
January 25 – 28, 2027
September 27 – 30, 2027
February 21 – 24, 2028
REGISTRATION FEES
Registration fees include program resources, and lodging and meals for events.
The total registration cost is $5200.
Registration open through June 15 for the upcoming Fall cycle launch.
*Fees do not include travel to and from events
*Payment plans and scholarships available upon request.
Check out this Q&A session to meet members of the training team and learn more about this opportunity!
Apply Now
Complete your application here.
Submit a deposit of $300 (due at time of application)
Pay Online here or by check mailed to:
KINDLE
8608 Poplar Bridge Curve
Bloomington, MN 55437Submit a one-page statement.
Submit two recommendations.
Share this link with your pastor and with a congregation leader in your ministry area (other than a staff member) for recommendation submissions: Recommendation Form
If needed, please submit your application for financial assistance no later than May 15, 2026.