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Author: Ronald W. Richardson
Publisher: Fortress Press
Published:
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13: 9781451417753
DOWNLOAD EBOOK- Authoritative resource for addressing clergy wellness- Popular and illuminating method for aiding congregational leadership- Helps professionals in ministry assess and improve their effectiveness
Author: Ronald W. Richardson
Publisher: Fortress Press
Published: 1995-12-01
Total Pages: 188
ISBN-13: 9781451417777
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn introduction to the Bowen Family Systems Theory and its applications both to church life and to the role of leadership in creating a healthier church, this book explains the complexities of congregational emotional life in understandable language.
Author: Dr. Ronnie Floyd
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
Published: 2006-09-01
Total Pages: 144
ISBN-13: 1614580251
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFor 30 years, Ronnie Floyd has been used of god to help build churches that change lives and impact communities. The experience and wisdom he has collected over that time is now, thankfully, here for you in print to feast on. I highly recommend it. Dr. Robert Lewis, Pastor, Fellowship Bible Church, Little Rock, Arkansas and Founder, Men's Fraternity Realistic solutions to avoid being side-tracked by church "games and politics" How a disciplined daily schedule will make your life, family, and ministry stronger Have you suddenly realized the fire that burned in your spirit years ago for ministry has waned? Are you a pastor feeling overwhelmed by the demands on your time, energy, and spirituality? Ronnie Floyd can relate - yet with 30 years of pastoral ministry, he is still passionately committed to God's calling in his life. What has sustained his passion for ministry? In this book, he will share the very best perspective, encouragement, and solutions for all ministers. Each day, Dr. Ronnie Floyd and his ministry can be seen internationally through his television ministry, Winners. As pastor of First Baptist Church of Springdale and The Church at Pinnacle Hills, Arkansas, he is a gifted communicator, leader, pastor, and author of 18 books. Pastor Floyd and his wife, Jeanna, will be married for 30 years in December of 2006. They have two sons, two daughters-in-law and one grandchild.
Author: Bobby Jamieson
Publisher: Crossway
Published: 2021-08-04
Total Pages: 177
ISBN-13: 1433576686
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA man who's been transformed by Christ and desires to preach the gospel might say he feels called to be a pastor. This personal conviction, while heartfelt, doesn't acknowledge important, challenging steps necessary to be a qualified leader. So where should full-time ministry begin? In The Path to Being a Pastor, Bobby Jamieson explains why it's better to emphasize "aspiration" over "calling" as men pursue the office of elder and encourages readers to make sure they are pastorally gifted before considering the role. He shares from his own eleven-year experience preparing to be a pastor by walking potential leaders through different stages of ministry training, from practical steps—such as cultivating godly ambition and leadership, observing healthy churches, and mastering Scripture—to personal advice on building a strong family and succeeding in seminary. Emphasizing the importance of prayer, godly counsel, and immersion in the local church, Jamieson encourages men to ask Am I qualified? instead of Am I called? when considering a life in ministry.
Author: Karl Vaters
Publisher: Moody Publishers
Published: 2020-03-03
Total Pages: 221
ISBN-13: 0802497853
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA 100-Day Plan That’s Practical, Realistic, and Actually Works You see the problems in your church, and you truly believe it could be better. Not perfect, but healthier. If you want more for your church but aren’t quite sure how to get there, 100 Days to a Healthier Church was written for you. It teaches you how to: Identify your church’s current level of health using the "Church Health Continuum" Make big changes through small nudges rather than giant leaps Grow your strengths and tackle your weaknesses one at a time After years of trial and error, pastor and author Karl Vaters developed a tested and proven 15-week process that’s manageable, adaptable, and effective. It won’t fix everything overnight, but it will help you figure out what to do next. Great for individual pastors, perfect for church leadership teams!
Author: Jaco J. Hamman
Publisher: The Pilgrim Press
Published: 2014-05-15
Total Pages: 227
ISBN-13: 0829820868
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRevised and updated edition of a best-selling leadership and ministry guide! Whether you're a pastor or church leader, says Hamman, you're called to do the following for yourself: develop a deeper sense of inner security; nurture your imagination; embrace your dark side; become aware of your emotions; see others as they really are; and engage in life with a sense of playfulness. Hamman equips you to do all of this and more. Get ready for a transformation in your personal ministry and in your relationship with God—and become the best pastor you can be!
Author: Edwin Friedman
Publisher: Guilford Press
Published: 2011-06-17
Total Pages: 335
ISBN-13: 1609182367
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn acclaimed, influential work now available in paper for the first time, this bestselling book applies the concepts of systemic family therapy to the emotional life of congregations. Edwin H. Friedman shows how the same understanding of family process that can aid clergy in their pastoral role also has important ramifications for negotiating congregational dynamics and functioning as an effective leader. Clergy from diverse denominations, as well as family therapists and counselors, have found that this book directly addresses the dilemmas and crises they encounter daily. It is widely used as a text in courses on pastoral care, leadership, and family systems.
Author: Christopher Ash
Publisher: The Good Book Company
Published: 2019-05-01
Total Pages: 90
ISBN-13: 1784984329
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCaring for your pastor and the difference it makes. Caring for your pastor and the difference it makes. What do you think about your pastor? Do you chew over his sermons and wonder if they are clear and helpful? Do you feel he spends enough time with you? In fact, do you ever catch yourself wondering what he does all day? The truth is, often we think, "What can my pastor do for me?" Far less often do we think, "What can I do for my pastor?" Seasoned former pastor, Christopher Ash, urges church members to think about pastors not just in terms of what they do €“ how they lead and pray and preach and teach and so on €“ but about who they are. He encourages us to remember that pastors are people and to pray for them as they serve us. Paradoxically, caring for our pastor will be a blessing to us as well as to them, and create a culture of true fellowship in our church family.
Author: Rae Jean Proeschold-Bell
Publisher: Baker Books
Published: 2018-05-01
Total Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 1493410733
DOWNLOAD EBOOKClergy suffer from certain health issues at a rate higher than the general population. Why are pastors in such poor health? And what can be done to help them step into the abundant life God desires for them? Although anecdotal observations about poor clergy health abound, concrete data from multiple sources supporting this claim hasn't been made accessible--until now. Duke's Clergy Health Initiative (CHI), a major, decade-long research project, provides a true picture of the clergy health crisis over time and demonstrates that improving the health of pastors is possible. Bringing together the best in social science and medical research, this book quantifies the poor health of clergy with theological engagement. Although the study focused on United Methodist ministers, the authors interpret CHI's groundbreaking data for a broad ecumenical readership. In addition to physical health, the book examines mental health and spiritual well-being, and suggests that increasing positive mental health may prevent future physical and mental health problems for clergy. Concrete suggestions tailored to clergy are woven throughout the book.
Author: D. Min Jeanette Jones
Publisher: Xulon Press
Published: 2011-08
Total Pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9781591609254
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book is to raise awareness, empower, motivate, and encourage each member of the body of Christ to assess and to take responsibility for his or her stress, thus this will bring about a healthier church. This book will equip the body of Christ with the information to recognize the various stressors, manage their own stress, and then help others to cope and manage their stress. The congregation will be able to identify stressful situations and become knowledgeable about what really constitutes a healthier church, and ways to minimize stress within the body of Christ, the church. Dr. Jones was born in Norfolk, Virginia and raised in Raeford, North Carolina. She is a graduate of Hoke County High School. She received degrees in Childcare Worker, Associate degree in Pre-social Work, Sandhills Community College, Bachelors degree in Psychology, St. Andrews Presbyterian College, Master degree in Christian Counseling, and a Doctoral degree in Ministry International Seminary. She is a Board Certified Clinical Chaplain, and a Board Certified Clinical Pastoral Counselor. She is a trained clinical professional, having completed 1600 hours of Clinical Pastoral Education in 2006 at the First Health Moore Regional Hospital. Dr. Jones specializes in professional growth seminars and workshops with an emphasis on Stress Management and Grief and Loss. Dr. Jones is officially endorsed as a health care chaplain by the office of the AME Zion Church of which she is an ordained minister. She is committed to helping people through the most challenging times in their lives. Dr. Jones facilitates on the following topic areas: Stress Management, Grief and Loss, Care Giving, Financial Distress and Depression.
