Ministry Protocol
Ministry Protocol

Author: Diego Mesa

Publisher: Christian Living Books, Inc.

Published:

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 1562299549

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Churches today are characterized by problems, errors, and frustrations resulting from misunderstandings, misinterpretations, negligence, ignorance, and naiveté. It is a lack of protocol within the church itself as well as the body of Christ that has weakened the church in this way. Wouldn’t it be great if we could minimize these types of problems? That is sure to happen with the assistance of Pastor Mesa. Ministry Protocol is a gold mine of valuable guidelines, including many “nuggets of truth,” for the church and its members to help both restore and maintain order—God’s order. From finances to etiquette to respect, Diego Mesa imparts wisdom from his thirty years’ pastoral experience. Church members will learn to improve relationships, and have understanding, accountability, and responsibility. The church will gain productivity, a firm direction, and a unified purpose. That ultimate purpose is to tear down the kingdom of darkness and win souls for Christ.

The Orders of Ministry in the United Methodist Church
The Orders of Ministry in the United Methodist Church

Author: John E. Harnish

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13:

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This volume is a collection of essays by leading United Methodist scholars about the implications of the revised orders of ministry in The United Methodist Church. Eagerness to effectively communicate the gospel has driven an approach to ministry that is fundamentally pragmatic and functional. In approaching the question of the role of ordained ministry within the overall calling of the people of God, Methodists have traditionally asked "What works?" and then gone on to reflect theologically on the approach they are considering. In 1996, UM General Conference enacted sweeping changes regarding the offices of deacon and elder. The decisions of General Conference have raised a number of questions that we are just now beginning to explore. This book addresses major recent changes within the denomination and explores these changes from a historical, theological, and practical point of view. It helps readers understand the dynamics of and the reasons for the new order of ministry and helps them understand the implications of the changes for the denomination and for individuals.

Constitutional Theology
Constitutional Theology

Author: Allan J. Janssen

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9780802848826

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One of the RCAs foremost researchers here offers commentary that explains the proper roles of elders, deacons, classes, and synods and details the procedures necessary for successful church life. Based on the Book of Church Order, this helpful volume will assist church leaders in their callings and prevent the myriad difficulties that arise when appropriate procedures are not followed. A necessity for every pastor, elder, and deacon.

Ministry by the Book
Ministry by the Book

Author: Derek Tidball

Publisher: InterVarsity Press

Published: 2009-05-29

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 0830838597

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Focusing on pastoral leadership within local churches or groups of churches, Derek Tidball provides a comprehensive survey of the variety of ministry models and patterns found in the New Testament with applications for today's ministry.

College Ministry 101
College Ministry 101

Author: Chuck Bomar

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 031028547X

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Whether you're a church leader or a lay minister, this book will help you understand the need for a college-age ministry, offer understanding into this age group, and teach you techniques to effectively meet students' needs. You will learn how to help students engage and remain connected to the body of Christ during and after their college years.

Two Views on Women in Ministry
Two Views on Women in Ministry

Author: Zondervan,

Publisher: Zondervan Academic

Published: 2010-02-23

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 0310864518

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The role of women in positions of worship and church leadership is one of the most divisive and inconclusive biblical debates. Two Views on Women in Ministry furnishes you with a clear and thorough presentation of the two primary exegetical arguments so you can better understand each one's strengths, weaknesses, and complexities. Egalitarian - equal ministry opportunity for both genders (represented by Linda L. Belleville and Craig S. Keener) Complementarian - men and women fill distinctive ministry roles (represented by Craig L. Blomberg and Thomas R. Schreiner) This revised edition brings the exchange of ideas and perspectives into the traditional Counterpoints format. Each author states his or her case and is then critiqued by the other contributors. The fair-minded, interactive Counterpoints forum allows you to compare and contrast the two different positions and form your own opinion concerning the practical and often deeply personal subject of women in ministry. The Counterpoints series presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion.

Help! I'm Married to My Pastor
Help! I'm Married to My Pastor

Author: Jani Ortlund

Publisher: Crossway

Published: 2020-12-17

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 1433569809

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Ministry is hard. And every ministry wife needs—and deserves—encouragement. A woman marries a man, not his ministry. But all too often her husband's calling complicates their life together. What if ministry life isn't what she bargained for? What happens when her children make mistakes? How does she deal with church gossip, or even slander? As a pastor's wife of almost fifty years, Jani Ortlund addresses these questions, along with many others, as she offers encouragement and guidance to ministry wives. Jani reminds readers that God works out his delightfully good purposes in and through their sacrifices.

Discerning Your Call to Ministry
Discerning Your Call to Ministry

Author: Jason K. Allen

Publisher: Moody Publishers

Published: 2016-08-19

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 0802494633

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“The church has needed this book for a long time.” — Russell Moore If you are considering the ministry, there are two mistakes to avoid. The first is taking up a calling that isn’t yours. The second is neglecting one that is. Discerning Your Call to Ministry will help you know the difference. A tool for seminary students, pastors-in-training, and even current pastors, it serves to confirm or prompt deep thought about the calling to ministry through 10 probing questions, including: Do you desire the ministry? Does your church affirm your calling? Do you love the people of God? Are you willing to surrender? Pastoral dropout rates are high, and seminary admission rates are declining—signs that many of us don’t quite know what we’re signing ourselves up for. Author Jason Allen, a former pastor and the president of North America’s fastest growing seminary, gives readers a better picture of the calling. Presenting a series of diagnostic questions informed by Scripture, church history, and his own experience, he helps those seeking ordination or ministry positions make confident decisions about their service to God, one way or the other.

Young People's Training
Young People's Training

Author: Witness Lee

Publisher: Living Stream Ministry

Published: 1976-12-01

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0736353224

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This book presents a vision of Christ and the church. It then goes on the emphasize the need to experience this Christ as the Spirit in our spirit and to practice the church life on the ground of oneness.