Author: Steve

  • March 29, 2011
    While it may be very frustrating and stressful to be a pastor of a congregation, at least you have a…

  • March 28, 2011
    If you talk to many people within our denomination, one overpowering reality is that economics are necessitating cutting staff. As…

  • March 25, 2011
    At least in the Presbyterian church, and I suspect in most other denominations as well, those involved in specialized ministry…

  • March 24, 2011
    Most people who are involved in specialized ministry also are associated with a congregation. Sometimes their family is a part…

  • March 23, 2011
    While public recognition and affirmation are important, the experience can soon fade if that is all that happens. How often…

  • March 22, 2011
    OGM RECOGNITION OF OTHER GIFTS OF MINISTRY A first step might be identifying the variety of forms of ministry beyond…

  • March 21, 2011
    It is good reformed theology to say that the call of God is extended to all members of a congregation.…

  • March 17, 2011
    As the COM circles through these six areas of encouragement of congregations and clergy to care for the clergy, they…

  • March 16, 2011
    In this quarter in which the emphasis is on God's call, you can offer the clergy an opportunity to take…

  • March 15, 2011
    This activity is designed to engage the session and the pastor in a conversation about God's call or vocation for…