Ministry Institute for Leadership
Excellence (MILE)
Look back at past MILE training events and how they equip and encourage ministry leaders. You’ll also find information about upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, and grow as a leader within your organization.
Ministry Institute for Leadership
Excellence (MILE)
Look back at past MILE training events and how they equip and encourage ministry leaders. You’ll also find information about upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, and grow as a leader within your organization.
Ministry Institute for Leadership
Excellence (MILE)
Look back at past MILE training events and how they equip and encourage ministry leaders. You’ll also find information about upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, and grow as a leader within your organization.
Learn More About Other MILE Events
Strategic Planning for Ministries on September 22nd
Join MILE’s Strategic Planning for Ministries with Joe Calhoun to clarify your ministry’s vision, assess current realities, and build practical strategies for growth. ...more
MILE
August 12, 2026•1 min read
MILE Event Recap – Strategic Planning for Ministries
Barnabas Group KC’s August MILE event helped ministry leaders strengthen vision, strategy, priorities, and planning with Joe Calhoon, including practical ways to use ChatGPT. ...more
MILE
August 20, 2025•1 min read
LinkedIn for Ministry Leaders & Personal Networking Skills
Barnabas Group KC’s spring MILE events helped ministry leaders strengthen LinkedIn, networking, fundraising, communication, and relationship-building skills. ...more
MILE
May 14, 2025•1 min read
Learn More About Other MILE Events
Strategic Planning for Ministries on September 22nd
Join MILE’s Strategic Planning for Ministries with Joe Calhoun to clarify your ministry’s vision, assess current realities, and build practical strategies for growth. ...more
MILE
August 12, 2026•1 min read
MILE Event Recap – Strategic Planning for Ministries
Barnabas Group KC’s August MILE event helped ministry leaders strengthen vision, strategy, priorities, and planning with Joe Calhoon, including practical ways to use ChatGPT. ...more
MILE
August 20, 2025•1 min read
LinkedIn for Ministry Leaders & Personal Networking Skills
Barnabas Group KC’s spring MILE events helped ministry leaders strengthen LinkedIn, networking, fundraising, communication, and relationship-building skills. ...more
MILE
May 14, 2025•1 min read
FAQs
Want to learn more? Check out our most frequently asked questions about the presenting ministry process.
What is MILE?
MILE stands for Ministry Institute for Leadership Excellence. Its events equip Christian nonprofit leaders with practical tools, fresh perspective, and opportunities to learn alongside other ministry leaders.
Who can attend MILE events?
MILE events are open to Christian nonprofit leaders, including those who have not previously connected with Barnabas KC. Event descriptions will identify the intended audience for each session.
What topics does MILE cover?
Topics respond to challenges ministry leaders face, including strategic planning, leadership development, organizational health, and the thoughtful use of emerging tools.
What should I expect at an event?
Formats vary from focused learning sessions to longer workshops. You can expect useful teaching, time to apply ideas to your ministry, and opportunities to connect with other leaders.
Does my ministry need to have presented at a Summit?
No. A Summit presentation is not required to attend MILE training.
How do I find upcoming sessions and register?
Visit the MILE events page for current topics, dates, locations, costs, and registration details. These vary by event.
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© 2026 Barnabas Group, LLC. All rights reserved.
© 2026 Barnabas Group, LLC. All rights reserved.