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Life after the Session

By Peggy Owens
Many pastors lament the fact that exceptional elders on session quickly disappear as soon as their term is over. Some elders say, "I served my time on session. I've done my duty. Give me a break!" What is the role of elders after they finish their te...
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Publication Date:5/11/2011
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Is This the Church I Interviewed For?

Many pastors have found themselves in all kinds of difficulty because they didn't take time to understand the inner dynamics, "the system," of their new church. They didn't know who the real leaders were, what the untouchable practices or rooms or fu...
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Publication Date:11/3/2010
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Building Interfaith Bridges

By Susan Andrews
Following 9/11 -and responding to a growing cross-cultural world-Presbyterian congregations are being called to play a unique role in building interfaith relationships in a religiously pluralistic world. As members of the reformed tradition, Presbyte...
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Publication Date:10/6/2010
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The Benefits and Challenges of Calling a Part-Time Pastor

By Adam J. Copeland
The reasons churches have part-time pastors vary. Some congregations are too large to be staffed by a solo pastor but too small to call a full-time associate pastor. Other congregations in decline call part-time pastors because they can't afford more...
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Publication Date:9/15/2010
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Marketing Your Church's Mission

By Sue Washburn
Marketing your church to the larger community can lead to new membership as well as a sense of renewal and enthusiasm among current members. This Leader Reader focuses on the best ways to spread the word about your church. It includes practical advic...
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Publication Date:5/5/2010
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Storytelling

By Dennis Dewey
Here Dennis Dewey discusses the integral role of storytelling in the Christian faith, and the responsibility of church leaders to spread "The Story" of God's redeeming love.
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Publication Date:1/6/2010
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Tips for Interpreting the Bible

By Jack Haberer
This Leader Reader includes tips for reading and interpreting the message of the Bible. Issues addressed include reading passages in their appropriate context and with an awareness of the genre in which they were written.
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Publication Date:12/2/2009
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Responding to the Kairos

By James O. Chatham
Kairos is a biblical concept that describes a time when God draws near. The kairos, the closeness of God, indicates an important event that requires the attention of God's followers. This essay offers a complete definition of kairos and encourages ch...
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Publication Date:11/4/2009
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Hospital Visitation

By Allan Hugh Cole, Jr.
Offering care and comfort to the sick is an important part of church leadership. This newsletter offers guidelines for hospital visitations, including suggestions for talking to and praying with the sick.
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Publication Date:1/20/2009
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