Leadership

Article Church for the Unaffiliated
- By James K. Wellman, Jr.
- Posted on October 17th, 2012
The American religious landscape is experiencing some fundamental changes. The recent Pew Report highlights findings that question many of the assumptions that previous religious…
Article Ministers Matter (the blog tour!)
- By Ministry Matters
- Posted on October 1st, 2012
October is Clergy Appreciation Month, and Ministry Matters is kicking it off with a blog tour celebrating all the unsung heroes of ministry. We've asked some of your favorite…
Article The Dance of Ministry
- By Jay Voorhees
- Posted on July 5th, 2012
A hundred pounds and two kids ago I was a dancer. In fact, I was a dance caller for the local contra dance group that meets every Friday night in Nashville. For those who…
Article Is Your Church in Puberty?
- By Sean Drummond
- Posted on April 24th, 2012
I am sure everyone remembers what it was like to be an adolescent. I am also willing to bet that no one remembers particularly enjoying that time of their life—the physical…
Article Healing Church Conflict
- By K. Brynolf Lyon and Dan P. Moseley
- Posted on April 18th, 2012
Most of our intense conflicts are the result of either the loss or perceived loss of something that is central to our self-identity or sense of well-being. For individuals or…
Article The New Pastor: Insights for Transitional Leadership
- By Marvin A. Moss
- Posted on April 14th, 2012
When discussing transitional leadership, it is imperative that one understands and embraces the words transition, change, uncertainty, and patience if there is a desire to serve…