Resilient Ministry

Author: Bob Burns
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
ISBN: 083086461X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 314

Book Description
Why does one well-equipped, well-meaning person in ministry succeed while another fails? Bob Burns, Tasha Chapman and Donald Guthrie undertook a five-year intensive research project on the frontlines of pastoral ministry to answer that question. What they found was nothing less than the DNA of thriving ministry today.

The Resilient Pastor

Author: Mark A. Searby
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1498223648
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 156

Book Description
Ministry is challenging, complex, and costly. Too many pastors and church leaders are getting spread thin, burned out, and walking away! In an ever-changing church culture that includes social media, blurred denominational lines, and an increased demand for relational ministry, many pastors are feeling overwhelmed, becoming discouraged, and dropping out of leadership roles. You may be one of them--but you are not ready to give up. The Resilient Pastor will help you to focus on character development and spiritual formation as a Christian leader, engaging the challenges of ministry with passion and perseverance. You will explore ten principles for developing pastoral resilience and consider biblical examples as well as testimonies from contemporary leaders as you lay the foundation for becoming a resilient leader. This journey through The Resilient Pastor will be worth your time as an individual leader or in a small group context with other pastors.

Flourishing in Ministry

Author: Matt Bloom
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538118971
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 149

Book Description
Pastoral work can be stressful, tough, demanding, sometimes misunderstood, and often underappreciated and underpaid. Ministers devote themselves to caring for their congregations, often at the expense of caring for themselves. Studies consistently show that physical health among clergy is significantly worse than among adults who are not in ministry. Flourishing in Ministry offers clergy and those who support them practical advice for not just surviving this grueling profession, but thriving in it. Matt Bloom, director of the Flourishing in Ministry project, shares groundbreaking research from more than a decade of study. Flourishing in Ministry project draws on more than five thousand surveys and three hundred in-depth interviews with clergy across denominations, ages, races, genders, and years of practice in ministry. It distills this deep research into easily understandable stages of flourishing that can be practiced at any stage in ministry or ministry formation.

The Dynamics of Pastoral Care (Ministry Dynamics for a New Century)

Author: David W. Wiersbe
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441215107
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
Pastors are increasingly tempted to view themselves as high-powered CEOs. Wiersbe reminds them of the biblical model: shepherds to God's people. Practical and encouraging.

The Hidden World of the Pastor

Author: Kenneth L. Swetland
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 155635178X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 193

Book Description
There is no question that pastors are under great stress today. Difficulties tear at the heart of the pastor but are often hidden from the view of the congregation. Kenneth Swetland presents a compelling look at this hidden world through true stories from pastors of different ages and from different parts of the country, various denominations, and diverse backgrounds. Meet Pete, Dirk, Norm, Ted, and others who face such problems as depression, sexual sin, family concerns, friction in staff relationships, gender and leadership conflicts, debt, and divorce. The thirteen case studies can be read alone or used by groups of pastors and/or students for discussion. Reading and discussing the case studies will give insight into the pastor's own problems. Having worked through their own concerns, they will be better equipped to minister to others. Laypeople would also benefit from reading the cases to gain deeper understanding of the world of pastoring and to learn when to offer support and counsel to their own pastors. 'The Hidden World of the Pastor' includes bibliographic entries as well as an appendix on how to teach a case study.

Becoming a Healthier Pastor

Author: Ronald W. Richardson
Publisher: Fortress Press
ISBN: 9781451417753
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
- Authoritative resource for addressing clergy wellness- Popular and illuminating method for aiding congregational leadership- Helps professionals in ministry assess and improve their effectiveness

The Politics of Ministry

Author: Bob Burns
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
ISBN: 0830873805
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 229

Book Description
At its most basic level, politics is simply the everyday activity of getting things done with other people. Filled with real-life stories, this book from Bob Burns, Tasha Chapman, and Donald Guthrie combines their long ministry experience with sociological research, setting out wise principles and practices that help us see more clearly the political dynamics at play in our churches and parachurch ministries.

Clergy Burnout

Author: Fred Lehr
Publisher: Fortress Press
ISBN: 9781451411232
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
In this highly accessible book, Fred Lehr clarifies the nature and practice of clergy codependence. In twenty-two, short, insightful, and highly readable chapters, filled with many examples and stories from his own life and those of others he has counseled, Lehr identifies the typical forms codependence takes in the life and ministry of clergy: (1) the chief-enabler, the one who keeps things functioning; (2) the scapegoat, the one on whom everything's blamed when it goes wrong, the one who's responsible; (3) the hero, the example, the pure and righteous one; (4) the lost child, the one no one really knows or cares about; (5) the rescuer, the one who saves the day, makes the visit, fixes the problem, makes everything all right again; (6) the mascot, the cheerleader, the one who offers comic relief, brings down the tension level after a heated discussion.

Live Your Calling

Author: Kevin Brennfleck
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0787968951
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 311

Book Description
An action-plan for self-fulfillment that helps people find their true calling in life This practical and inspirational guide helps Christian men and women of all ages identify and use their God-given gifts to find purpose, direction, and joy in their life and work. Based on their years of counseling and experience, Kevin and Kay Marie Brennfleck offer action-oriented tools and a proven methodology to help readers develop the decision-making skills they need to discover and live the life that God intended, maximizing the synergies between ministry, work, and spiritual gifts. Kevin and Kay Marie Brennfleck (Pasadena, CA) are nationally recognized experts in career counseling, work satisfaction, and productivity. Their Web site, www.ChristianCareerCenter.com, is the most visited Christian career site on the Internet.

Pastor to Pastor

Author: Erwin W. Lutzer
Publisher: Kregel Publications
ISBN: 9780825431647
Category : Clergy
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
(Revised and expanded) Practical advice on how to handle issues such as church splits, burnout, and pastoral priorities.