Author: Steve

  • July 6, 2009
    Congregations want to assume that the pastor's family is just a normal part of the membership. Actually, they would also…

  • July 3, 2009
    One of the unavoidable demands of ministry is the time that is required when a pastor is engaged in conducting…

  • July 2, 2009
    Being the family of a pastor creates a complex dynamic. Sometimes the spouse and even the children can recognize that…

  • July 1, 2009
    There are a number of things that Presbyteries can do to contribute to the emotional health of their Pastors and…

  • June 29, 2009
    In what way can a congregation be supportive of the emotional health of their staff? I want to suggest an…

  • June 26, 2009
    In looking at how you can care for your emotions, do not neglect to recognize the healing power of underused…

  • June 25, 2009
    Anyone who thinks about it recognizes that church professions place pastors and educators (P/E) under a lot of emotional stress.…

  • June 24, 2009
    The third part of our grid on the physical health of pastors and educators involves the presbytery's responsibilities. While it…

  • June 23, 2009
    If you look at the grid shared on Friday, June 19 for care of pastors and educators (P/E), you will…

  • June 22, 2009
    The recent report on the increased obesity of clergy in our nation reminds us that we need to be intentional…