Leadership Development
for Community Transformation
Mission Talk’s Leadership Development for Community Transformation program equips churches to address the root causes of community problems.
Our Program
Mission Talk’s Leadership Development for Community Transformation program equips churches to build justice-oriented ministries that tackle the root causes of community problems. Grounded in spiritual discernment and strengthened through community walks, coaching, and peer learning, leaders gain hands-on experience in organizing for change, sharing their stories, analyzing public policy, and mobilizing for prophetic advocacy—putting faith into action to transform their communities, cities, and state.
Focus Areas
01. Discover
Research & Community Engagement
Leaders build inclusive relationships, listen to diverse voices, and uncover the root causes of problems facing their community.
02. Discern
Reflection & Spiritual Discernment
Grounded in scripture and kingdom values, leaders reflect together and shape a vision for community transformation.
03. Strategize
Leading & Organizing Communities for Change
Leaders gain practical skills in relationship-building, organizing, and mobilizing to drive transformation.
04. Communicate
Art & Storytelling
Through storytelling, media, and creative arts, leaders learn to amplify their message and advocate effectively.
05. Mobilize
Public Policy & Advocacy
Leaders study how laws are made, track legislation, and mobilize faith communities to impact public policy.
Educational Pilgrimages
Experiential trips immerse participants in the lived realities of diverse communities, fostering reflection, understanding, and a commitment to justice. Each journey offers unique insights into historical and cultural challenges:
Black History Experience
Explore the profound history of African Americans, from the legacy of slavery and lynchings to the modern realities of mass incarceration. Visit landmarks like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s church and residence, the Rosa Parks Museum, and the Legacy Museum, which traces racial injustice from enslavement to segregation. Reflect at the Memorial for Peace and Justice, honoring victims of racial terror, and the Freedom Sculpture Monument Park, celebrating resilience and progress.
Latino Immigrant Experience
Delve into the rich history of Latinos in the United States, from early Spanish-speaking settlements on the East Coast and Southwest to families whose land became part of the U.S. after the Mexican-American War. Learn about recent migration experiences marked by displacement, family separations, and resilience, reflecting the challenges and enduring strength of Latino communities in shaping America.
Asian Immigrant Experience
Engage with the history of Asian America through sites that tell stories of struggle, resilience, and identity. Visit immigration stations like Angel Island, where early Asian immigrants faced detention and interrogation, and walk through Japanese American concentration camps, where families were unjustly incarcerated during World War II. These landmarks reflect the challenges of exclusion and discrimination while honoring the enduring spirit of cultural preservation and community.
Native American Experience
Discover the sacred history, resilience, and cultural endurance of Native American communities, whose deep connection to the land and traditions has endured for thousands of years. Despite displacement, violence, and forced assimilation, Native nations have preserved their languages, ceremonies, and heritage. Visit sacred sites and cultural landmarks that honor their struggles, contributions, and ongoing efforts to sustain their legacy and sovereignty.
Learn More
If you are interested in learning more about our program please contact us.
Our next cycle will start September of 2025.
