TCP Weekly → Aug 1
Church Leadership Cohort • Mygration Christian Conference • Chicago Liturgists • LINC Entrepreneur Accelerator • Your Thoughts = a Chance to Win!
Join the Cohort
The TCP Church Leadership Cohort is an 8-month training program (October–May) that gathers 20–30 Chicago leaders one Saturday a month to learn from seasoned pastors and ministry leaders. Sessions cover theology, personal formation, contextual ministry, disciple-making, and leadership development—all in a city-focused, locally grounded community designed to equip leaders for long-term, sustainable ministry in Chicago.
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Local News & Events
Mygration Christian Conference
The Center for Theology and Migration is hosting its 8th annual gathering on Aug 28–29 at McCormick Seminary in Chicago, IL. Come and learn from pastors, scholars, organizers, and community leaders about what faithful advocacy looks like in a city where immigration is not an abstract issue, but a lived reality for families, churches, and communities across the region. Info here.
Song Share
The next Chicago Liturgists Song Share will be held at Moody Church (1635 N. LaSalle Dr) on Thurs, Sep 3, at 9:30am. Bring an instrument, bring original or useful songs to share with the group, or just attend. The focus of the Sep gathering is on Call to Worship songs. After the Song Share, the group heads to a restaurant nearby for lunch. RSVP to Paul van der Bijl (Covenant Presbyterian, Bucktown) for more info and to confirm your attendance.
Looking Ahead
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events later this year.
Sep 13 El Grito 6K with New Life Centers
Oct 1 TCP Cohort Kickoff
Oct 10 The Gift of Partnership
Oct 14-16 TENx10 Summit 2026
Oct 19-21 Pastor Theologians Conference
Nov 10-12 Exponential Central Conference
Jan 27-29 Charles Simeon Workshop
Local Resources
Free Webinar
Join the Center for Women in Ministry on Wednesday, Aug 12 at 12pm CST for "The Making of a Woman Preacher," a conversation with Christine Caine, Tara Beth Leach, Rev. Dr. Gail L. Rice, and Aimee Tucker. They'll share how they discerned God's call to preach, developed their voice and craft, and pushed through doubt and obstacles along the way. Info here.
LINC Accelerator
A recent Barna study found 84% of Christian entrepreneurs know they’ve got God-given gifts. Only 62% know how to actually put them to work for the Kingdom. That’s a lot of vision sitting on the bench. LINC’s Mission Accelerator, led by LINC Chicago City Director Dave Ficken, exists to close that gap. Learn more and apply for their next cohort starting on Sep 19 : linc.org/missionaccelerator
Legacy Disciple Podcast
A new episode of the Legacy Disciple Podcast features Grammy-winning artist Lecrae in a meaningful conversation with Brian Dye about discipleship, calling, prison ministry, and the inner work of following Jesus faithfully. Lecrae reflects on 20 years in the spotlight, his longtime connection to Legacy Disciple, and why the work of Hood Heroes is the kind of community investment that matters deeply.
TCP Job Board
Looking for your next role, or trying to fill one? TCP hosts a local job board on our website with open positions at churches and nonprofits, pastoral residencies, and internships. Visit our site to see the full list and submit your own openings.
Here are a few of the latest postings:
Kids Director at Missio Dei Wrigleyville
Executive Director at The Hope Center
Student Pastor at Avenue Christian Church
Lead Pastor at Boulevard Presbyterian
Weekly Spotlight
Lead the City Conversations 2027
We’re in planning mode for Lead the City 2027 and would love your input! Take our survey by August 10 for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card. We're brainstorming topics for next year's Conversations series (sneak peek below), tell us what you're most interested in or suggest something new.
Which of the following topics would you be most interested in for a future Lead the City Conversations event?
Gambling + Discipleship Hidden shame, addiction, and discipleship
Defiant Joy & Christian Witness Joy as resistance in an age of anxiety
Healthy Vocation Needs Avocation Hobbies, passions, and pursuits
Women in Ministry What encourages, challenges, and supports their calling
Marriage + Ministry in Chicago Chicago-area resources & support
Running on Empty: Church Staff Leading healthy, well-supported teams
Storefront to Sanctuary The complexities of congregational spaces
Blended Families in the Pews Serving families different than your own
Stretched Thin Caring for churches, kids, and aging parents all at once
AI & Pastoral Ethics Safety, safeguards, plagiarism, and discernment
Elder, Deacon & Board Health What keeps your church healthy and accountable
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