Articles for Church Leadership Prepared by Dr. Neil Chadwick
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Articles for Church Leadership Prepared by Dr. Neil Chadwick |
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The Authority of the Pastor
Pastoral authority is a combination of personal and spiritual qualities which make it likely that people will listen to what the Pastor says, and follow his leadership.
Conflict Resolution for Churches
Too often church leaders and members either avoid conflict, or manage it by either "fight or flight". Because we think good Christians aren't supposed to fight, we often deny its existence in the church and end up being much more victimized by conflict than we need to be. This small collection of thoughts on the subject may be offered to church leaders for training and discussion.
Benefits of Religious Practice
It's hard to understand why government officials shy away from public policies that give
religion a prominent role.
Baby Dedication
An Example of a Dedication of a Child, Including Charges to the Parents, Family, and Church.
In the formation and direction of small groups the Senior Pastor will provide the primary leadership with the assistance of an Assistant Pastor.
One day an expert in time management was speaking to a group business students and, to drive home a point, used an illustration those students will never forget.
One thing is for sure, small churches are not just big churches which haven't grown up. With all the attention given to the "mega" church, an effort needs to be made to help small churches understand their unique role in the Body of Christ. Over twenty topics of interest to leaders of small churches are here discussed.
Scriptural Teachings - Why We Practice Baptism
The supervision of Volunteer Ministers in the church is a most essential, although often somewhat thankless task. The effectiveness of church leaders in accomplishing this will greatly impact the growth possibilities of the church as well as the spiritual growth of its members.
Pastoral Leadership - Questions and Answers
In a letter to a group of Pastors, a number of questions were posed concerning Pastoral Leadership. This article was prepared from answers compiled by Pastor Ron Kelly in a conversation with the author, Rev. David K. Muir.
Each day, countless numbers of lay people respond on your behalf to the gentle nudging of
the Holy Spirit.
How to Get Rid of Your Minister
How to Get Rid of a Minister - Look him straight in the eye when he is preaching and say "Amen" once in a while. He'll preach himself to death in a few weeks.
Handling Criticism and Complaints
If you do anything in your work or private life that impacts someone else, criticism is
always possible, and likely. When criticism comes to you, do you view it as a failure or opportunity?
The subtitle to this article would be: 'How Churches Destroy Good People'. It is my belief that organized religion while contributing many beneficial things to society, has single-handedly wreaked havoc upon the psyche and morale of those who truly wish to live according to simple Biblical truths.
Ethical temptations for church leadership.
Today you are accepting the responsibility of serving, and together with the Pastors, leading this congregation in all matters - spiritual, program, and financial. With this in mind, I present you with this public charge concerning the fulfillment of your role.
Probably the greatest example of persistence is Abraham Lincoln. If you want to learn about somebody who didn't quit, look no further.
Is your church interested in conducting a Passover Seder? A script has been developed for this purpose. Each member of the group should have a printed copy, with individual members being assigned a part to read. Having a greater understanding of Passover will enrich our appreciation of Calvary.
Supernatural manifestations and gifts of the Holy Spirit have played a
distinctive role in the origin, development, and growth of the Assemblies
of God. From the earliest days of our organization, spiritual gifting has
been evident in the ministries of many outstanding women.
Church Consultant Lyle Schaller fills the gap for much needed organizational theory, group processes or sociology in preparation for congregational leadership.
Practice of Deacon Oversight Ministry
Deacons are often installed in their positions without understanding their role. This model definition assumes that the Deacons have been given the responsibility to provide oversight with regard to the various ministries of the church.
Church Office Employee Policy Manual
Too often church office workers faithfully devote their time and energy to the work of the Lord, but do not have a clear understanding as to what is expected of them or what is offered. Although each situation is somewhat unique, what is provided here will help begin the process of developing a Policy Manual for Church Office workers.
The Bible Does Not Teach The Absolute Authority For The Pastor
In the multitude of Godly Counsel there is wisdom; In every single passage of New Testament, elders is always plural; Elders govern the affairs of the church.
God has called us to a life of holiness. Yet in an age condoning
impurity, it is becoming increasingly difficult for the spiritual leader
to guide his flock into the Lord's way of righteousness.
Role Definition for the Pastor
There are as many ideas concerning a Pastor's role as there are church members. It might be helpful for the leadership of the church to draft a Ministry Description so that at least among the leaders there can be a common understanding about the Pastor's role. This article may be used as a starting guide for this process.
I've noticed that there is a big movement to leave the established, organized, "man-made" church. There is a dark side to this move that I want to comment on, so that I can hopefully help some of those lost along the way!
The Position of the Modern Day Pastor
Nowhere in the Bible will you find that a church was ruled by one man. Nowhere! Yet most churches today are. But, where does the Bible say that a church should be run by one man? If you know of one clear example or one Scriptural command, please let me know.
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God
The now famous sermon by Jonathon Edwards, likening sinners to a spider dangling by a thin thread over the fire of Gos's wrath. A "must read" sermon for every preach of the Gospel.
Parliamentary Procedures for Churches
Often church members are reluctant to speak out in a business meeting because they're worried about "doing it right". Not having a basic understanding of Parliamentary Procedure, they hold back for fear of being told they are out of order. These simple pointers may be handed out to members so that everyone can be aware of the basics for an orderly meeting.
Key Parts to the Planning Process
Most church planning is accomplished without a thought about the process involved. As a result, important steps are ommitted and the plan fails, not because it was a bad idea, but because adequate attention was not given to how it best may be accomplished. Here's a simple, common sense outline to utilize when making plans.
Job Description for the Pastor's Secretary
The Pastor's Secretary at the church will serve as a personal assistant, aiding the pastor in every way possible on the carrying out of his leadership and pastoral duties.
Pastoral and Church Ministry Evaluation Survey
In many churches, little attention is given to evaluation. Seldom do we stop long enough to ask important questions like, "Are we doing what we say we're doing?" "How well are we accomplishing what we feel is most important?" "Where are the areas of our church life which need to be strengthened?" Here are two versions of a tool to be used for this purpose. Note that a computer analysis is available to help analyze the results of the survey.
This article simply consists of insightful excerpts from the book by John C. Harris. Not everyone will agree with what he's written, but there's a lot to think about concerning the Pastor's autonomy and his relationship with his or her congregation.
Abraham Lincoln Speaks Concerning People,Building of Strong Alliances, Unjust Criticism, and the art of public speaking.
The church has accepted the resume as one way to facilitate movement from one ministry to another. Here are some helpful hints about what should be included, and how to best formulate a resume when the time comes to seek relocation. We may deplore the idea of "marketing" ourselves, but at the same time it has become clear that most positions needing to be filled require that a resume be offered.
Structure of the Ushering Ministry
Too many ushers have been asked to perform a very vital service to the church without being given a clear understanding as to what is involved with this ministry. Good leadership and a clearly written job description will greatly enhance the performance of the ushering staff.
There are four main leadership styles which relate to who has the resources. Are they primarily in the Pastor's hands, or are they controlled by members of the church? How a Pastor leads depends upon his and church members' understaning concerning resources.
Swim with the Sharks without Being Eaten Alive
Harvey Mackay is the owner of a $35 million envelope manufacturing company in Minneapolis. What follows are a few select excerpts from his book.
Richard should have heard your sermon yesterday; but he was at the shore.
What a downer! For him and you. Then there was the attendance chart left on the back pew. It would have
been better for you if you had not passed that way at the close of
Sunday. "Why did I have to see those figures?" Right. The bottom line
was not all that encouraging.
The purpose of developing Pew Pastors will be to provide personal contact with every member of the worshipping congregation in an intentional and caring manner.
An essential tool for today's local church ministry, but often it is assumed that those who use the telephone know how to use it well. Leaders should not take this for granted, but should provide some training. The use of the answering machine should also be examined in light of the church's projected image.
Debra, age 34, a captain in the U.S. Air Force, complained to her physician about
increasing headaches, sleep disturbance, irritability, indigestion, and difficulty
concentrating. After a thorough examination, the doctor found no physical reason for
Debra's symptoms, so he asked about her daily routine.
What makes you confident that you are doing anything worthwhile in
ministry? Is it how certain folk define you as "success"? But what happens to your validation when persons leave your church for
another church? How do you rate yourself as an accomplished pastor when
there are those who are lax in attending your services?
90% of pastors work more than 46 hours per week. 80% believe pastoral ministry has affected their families negatively.
33% say that being in ministry is an OUTRIGHT HAZARD to their
families.
I want more than anything else, for
everybody who sits under this ministry to know the glory of
Christ. To know that when they sin they don't have to run and
hide from Him. They don't have to live in guilt and fear. They
need to turn around and go to the Cross and know that there is
forgiveness and they can rise by faith.
Youth Minister Job Description
The ministry position described here will provide the church with inspiration and guidance
for the growth and development of an effective ministry with the youth of the church and the
nearby community.
12-Step Program to Youth Ministry Longevity
12-Step Program to Youth Ministry Longevity
I believe that for those who work, or aspire to work with young people, there are some constants that transcend culture and time.
When a couple approaches the church with the request to be married, they can be given a description of what services are offered, and what expectations the church has concerning weddings. This Wedding Manual will help get this process under way. A "Bride's Calendar" is also provided.
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