FORMATION Program: 

A Call to Leadership

A program for middle leaders in EREA schools and offices 

This multi-stage program of an online zoom and two-day, residential program provides participants with the opportunity to discern their leadership within the context of EREA’s values, vision and strategic priorities. It invites reflection on the models of leadership emerging from the Gospel and our Catholic identity. 

Designed for staff who have a middle (operational) leadership role in the community, or those recognised as having a significant sphere of influence on others, the program draws from Jesus’ invitation to the first disciples to leave the shoreline and “put out into the deep” (Luke 5:1-11). In reflecting on this call, participants will apply their own experiences of trust and challenge to identify the features of Gospel-inspired leadership.

Key Objectives 

The key objectives of A Call to Leadership are:

  • enable participants to reflect upon the leader they are and therefore the leadership they practise, informed by models of Gospel, Edmund Rice and Touchstone leadership;
  • equip them with the knowledge and confidence to promote, within their respective teams, dialogue about EREA’s Charter and educational priorities, and
  • provide a collegial network of support in which leaders can safely discuss challenges, ideas and initiatives, and dialogue with experienced leaders.

“This was a great program that opened my eyes to a different perspective about leading and living.”

Participant

A Call to Leadership

“Affirmed that it’s ok to not know all the answers and that leadership is a constant cycle of learning & reflection that helps us to continue to grow and do things better.”

Participant

A Call to Leadership

“A wonderful opportunity to reflect on my personal leadership style.”

Participant

A Call to Leadership

"Giving me time and space to think about my role as a leader.”

Participant

A Call to Leadership

2025 DATES

The program engages participants in the completion of:

  • an on-line Zoom gathering
  • and a two-day residential gathering  
  • a follow-up on-line Zoom gathering

Enquiries

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