A Practical Introduction to Impact Assessment “Measuring What Matters” – 2026
This course is designed to equip ministry leaders with the tools and knowledge they need to measure the impact of their ministry. By understanding the principles of impact assessment, leaders can make data-driven decisions, allocate resources effectively, and demonstrate the value of their work to stakeholders.
Participants Will:
Impact Matters: Understand the importance of measuring the impact of ministry work to demonstrate effectiveness, make informed decisions, and secure future support.
Know Your Goals: Clearly define your ministry’s goals and objectives to identify relevant key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with your mission.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret data to gain valuable insights into your ministry’s strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
Effective Communication: Develop the skills to communicate your ministry’s impact effectively to stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and community members.
Continuous Improvement: Embrace a culture of continuous learning and improvement by regularly assessing your ministry’s impact and making adjustments as needed.
About this Course:
Individuals working in ministry settings. This includes:
Pastors and Senior Leadership: Those who oversee the overall direction of a church or ministry.
Associate Pastors and Staff: Individuals who work directly with the senior pastor and congregation.
Ministry Leaders: Heads of specific departments or ministries within a church (e.g., youth ministry, music ministry, etc.)
Stephani Hamilton, EdD.
Dr. Stephani Hamilton earned her doctorate in Distance Education from Regent University. She has been in higher education in a variety of functions related to online education from creating online courses as a course author to assessing entire degree programs for accreditation.
Her passion for online education stems from her belief that online education brings education to people who would otherwise be unable to access education if they were forced to attend in person. She loves creating well-designed courses that meet the learner where they are and bringing them to a new level of understanding.
Stephani has presented at several conferences on topics such as Professional Development for Adjunct faculty, Copyright and Fair Use, and Academic Honesty.
