Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. What does the name “Ekklesia” mean?
A. Ekklesia is the Greek word from the New Testament for “church.” Its roots are significant too. Ek means “out” and kaleo means "called." Thus, church members are the “called out” ones.

Q. What is your denomination?
A. Bob Friedrich is an ordained Episcopalian. Jim Paroline is a lay Episcopalian.

Q. Do you work with more than one denomination?
A. Yes, many. Click here for some examples of where we have served.

Q. Does the Strategic Planning Process work well in an Interim?
A. Yes!

Q. Is there an example of how The Ekklesia Institute consulting benefits search processes?
A. Yes, click here for a specific example from a church profile of St. James by the Sea Episcopal Church La Jolla, CA, especially beginning page 22. (8MB file in Adobe Acrobat - PDF - format. It may take some time to download)

Q. Is The Ekklesia Institute non-profit? Does it accept contributions?
A. It is a 501 (c)3 corporation and can receive contributions. In fact it relies on your generosity!

Q. Are my contributions to The Ekklesia Institute tax-deductible?
A. Yes, just as is any contribution to an IRS certified501(c)3 organization. You should talk with your tax advisor before making decisions.

Q. How does The Ekklesia Institute charge for its services?
A. NCCF has a day rate and (as appropriate) a part day rate. Clients who are located far enough away are, as you expect, going to need to provide travel cists, Please talk with us frankly about your own needs and situation.

Q. What kind of work does The Ekklesia Institute do with judicatories?
A. Click here for a reference to work recently done for the Episcopal Diocese of Nevada. (Adobe Acrobat - PDF file)