The National Office views this program as an essential investment in the future of ATC.  As a result, we have committed to invest $1,500 to offset the cost of this program for each approved applicant. 

We do, however, ask that nominating organizations commit to pay for the following items:

• Cost of books (10-14 in total)
• $350 EDP online course fee
• Travel and lodging costs for live Capstone/Graduation event

DNA of a Leader

• Founded on biblical principles, DNA of a Leader is an educational tool on God’s design for leadership and structure for discipleship
• Integrates private spiritual life with public ministry life
• Curriculum includes 28 videos, stewardship map, and personal diagnostic

Targeted Leadership Competencies

• Leading organizations and teams
• Leading vision, mission, and values
• Strategy development and execution
• The power of engagement
• Measuring what matters
• Leading through crisis
• Strategic financial stewardship
• The culture of problem solving

Spiritual Disciplines & Leadership

• Deeper prayer and fasting
• Studying the Word of God
• Practicing solitude and silence
• Generosity: why it matters
• The freedom of simplicity

To graduate from FORGE EDP, a participant must complete:

• all individual assignments given,
• maintain an 75% attendance rate at bi-monthly sessions,
• finish all required readings,
• full participation in a capstone project with other members of their cohort and,
• travel to the capstone/graduation event (location TBD)

The time commitment is, at a minimum, 25 hours per month throughout the year-long cohort.