Introducing the Intercultural Leadership Institute (ILI)
From the ABHMS Intercultural Ministries Team
The ILI is a premier resource for faith leaders and disciples courageously fostering transformed beloved communities across race, ethnicity, and other cultural distinctions.
Digital Media Resources
Start with the ILI Digis
An online toolkit of digital resources related to intercultural leadership available from ABHMS, Judson Press, and our partners.
ILI Tier 1
Tier 1 offerings provide a foundation and framework for intercultural leadership
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Intercultural Leadership: Frameworks & References
CourseAs an introduction to the Intercultural Leadership Institute (ILI), this on-demand course provides brief lessons about the frameworks and a glossary of working definitions foundational to the ILI. Asynchronous and FREE!
Free
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Intercultural Competency 101
CourseIn a society of increasing racial-ethnic diversity and sometimes challenging cultural clashes, this updated certificate course lays a foundation to enrich the church and empower God's people to be better neighbors and agents for change. BILINGUAL
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Sharing Sacred Spaces: Theological & Cultural Values
CourseDevelop a deeper appreciation for distinctive perspectives on sacred spaces, featuring a panel of diverse ministry leaders sharing their experiences of co-stewarding church buildings with congregations of a different race or ethnicity.
ILI Tier 2
Tier 2 courses focus on character development and skills mastery.
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Intercultural Preaching: The Preacher & the Praxis
CourseAre you preaching in racially-ethnically diverse contexts--or in spaces where you ARE the diversity? This interactive 2-hour hybrid workshop on the art and craft of intercultural preaching is for you. Featuring Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque.
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Bridge Being: Space for Respite & Refueling
Course5.0 average rating (2 reviews)Intercultural leaders who stand at the intersection of diverse persons and perspectives know it is an exhilarating and sometimes exhausting place to minister. Join us for a time of guided self-care and strengthening, online or in person.
$50
ILI Tier 3
Coming in 2026: Equip leaders for the ABHMS ILI Consultancy Network.