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by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, Jan. 17, 2009 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute RELOAD New York 08-09.

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 15, 2004 Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2004.

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, October 6, 2007 at Urban Youth Workers Institute RELOAD Miami 07.

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 18, 2002 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2002.

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 18, 2002 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2002.

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 17, 2003 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2003.

Leadership requires CHARACTER, COMPETENCE, and CHEMISTRY, but the greates of these is CHARACTER. However, it is in this area of character where most leaders lose it. Proverbs 4:23a says ‘Above all else, guard your HEART.’ This spiritual EKG will give you the Best Practices for staying solid at heart!

How can you continue to lead bold ministries among the challenges of the hood without losing your own heart and soul in the process? In this elective you will gain insights forbalancing life and ministry, Self-care and setting boundaries in singleness and marriage, being a leader of character first, and staying solid at heart.

What is in your leadership toolbox? What are
the micro-skills that Next Generation Urban
Leaders need? This learnshop will clarify
the core competencies that will distinguish
effective city-changing leaders from the rest
of the pack.

How can you be a voice of hope that that helps kids heal and overcome? Learn practical tools for helping kids grow beyond their pain, leading a ministry of affirmation, connecting youth to their identity in Christ, and counseling tips for overcoming low self esteem.
 

Let’s face it, urban leadership is a high calling, but a most difficult one at that!  How can you continue to lead bold ministries among the challenges of the hood…without losing your own heart and soul in the process?  How can you lead from a position of greater wholeness and health?
In this session, you will gain insights for:
•    Balancing life and ministry
•    Self-care and setting boundaries in singleness and marriage
•    Being a leader of character first, and
•    Learn the best practices for staying solid at heart.

What is in your leadership toolbox? What are the micro-skills that
Next Generation Urban Leaders need? This learnshop will clarify
the core competencies that will distinguish effective city-changing
leaders from the rest of the pack.

What is your current job description? How do your ministry responsibilities align with your calling, skills, spiritual gifts and natural talents? This workshop helps participants gain clarity about how they are wired by God and examines how their gifts, passion and team style can be leveraged for maximum Kingdom impact.