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A Pastor’s Freedom (2)
January 19, 2010
There has always been an interesting tension in the role of pastor. On the one hand s/he has been called…
A Pastor’s Freedom
January 18, 2010
On Martin Luther King day, it is worth reflecting on a pastor’s freedom. We read about the role that the…
Caring in a Multi-Staff Ministry
January 15, 2010
Consider the Great Commandment as a framework for care within a multi-staff ministry and try the following: Love of Self:…
The Emotional Side of Money
January 12, 2010
I think one of the very important intangibles about the whole discussion of money is the emotional freight it carries.…
Taking Charge of Your Spending
January 11, 2010
If you want to seriously review your financial situation, here is a process that can help. It is based on…
The Radical Challenge of Forgiveness
January 8, 2010
Forgiveness goes far beyond the demonstration of acceptance of one who comes to you. Jesus was very clear that his…
Listening To God (Retreat) Part 2
January 7, 2010
Second Session: 9:00: Prayer and Explanation of Use of Scripture. 9:10:Building on work of Session 1. Step 3: Take one…
Listening to God (Session Retreat) Part 1
January 6, 2010
I have been designing a retreat for a local church on listening to God’s call for their church. I will…
Support for Change
January 5, 2010
Rebecca Spooner, Director of the Laurence Schmidt Center, publishes a good newsletter that focuses on clergy wellness. You can contact…