Author: Steve

  • June 14, 2011
    "We must no longer be children, tossed to and fro and blown about by every wind of doctrine . .…
  • June 13, 2011
    Here is an exercise that I would wager would not only be fun but could generate some good material for…
  • June 10, 2011
    Yesterday we looked at questions around the theme of worship. Today let's look at the theme of the mission of…
  • June 9, 2011
    OK, now for the fun of the types of questions you might ask in your congregational poll. In the end…
  • June 8, 2011
    We are still building on the ideas developed on Monday and Tuesday's blogs. We will explore possible subject matter soon…
  • June 7, 2011
    Building on yesterday's preparation for your congregational poll, there are still a couple of preparation steps that you need to…
  • June 6, 2011
    Let me propose a simple way to work with some trusted colleagues and get a measure of your congregations that…
  • May 31, 2011
    It is not unusual for a pastor and a pastor's family to experience what I can best describe as a…
  • May 30, 2011
    Sabbaticals are a vital part of a clergy's journey in the ministry. It provides a chance to step back and…
  • May 27, 2011
    Not infrequently as I advocate for a sabbatical in a congregation, someone will say that no one ever offered him…