Author: Steve

  • July 13, 2010
    This is a week for exploring the power of gratitude. As a pastor, consider some of the many ways that…
  • July 12, 2010
    Judy Carter, in her book The Comedy Bible suggests an exercise that can translate directly into the life of a…
  • July 9, 2010
    "What are you doing here, Elijah?" Remember the context of that profound question. Elijah had been working hard combating the…
  • July 8, 2010
    The Lawrence Schmidt Center newsletter recently published an article by Dr. George Morelli on Clergy Fatigue and Burnout, in which…
  • July 7, 2010
    A pastor experiences a cacophony of emotions ranging from ecstasy to utter despair from the various people s/he encounters. Medical…
  • July 6, 2010
    Clergy are frequently the first people contacted when members and non-members experience mental distress. We can be cynical and say…
  • July 5, 2010
    Hopefully you have given yourself permission to take this day off and be with your family, or if you are…
  • July 2, 2010
    Some final thoughts on what can help multiple staff relationships. First, a yearly planning retreat in which you take a…
  • July 1, 2010
    One of the strengths of the Presbyterian faith is its understanding that you don't have to be perfect to do…
  • June 30, 2010
    You've introduced your new staff member to some key figures in the congregation and encouraged that person to take some…