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Leadership Development and Succession Planning: A Biblical Perspective for an Ethical Response
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Description
In this article, Thomas D. Hollinger reminds congregational leaders to implement a succession planning program that installs leaders who have the right character, skill, and drive necessary to lead and develop future leaders. Believing that succession planning and management are an invaluable part of planning for longevity in any organization, including congregations, Hollinger uses Biblical examples of early church succession planning as a backdrop to discuss the importance, pitfalls, and methodology of succession planning and leadership in today’s organizations.
Features
- Leadership development
- Succession planning
- Leadership strategies
Recommended Audience
clergy and lay leaders
Cost
Free
Practical Applications
- Use this article as a tool to help prepare lay leaders within your congregation for their leadership responsibilities, including the important role of developing a successor.
- Read this article to understand the Biblical model of succession planning and how it played an important role in providing continuity. After developing this foundational understanding, honestly assess the current leadership structure in your congregation and create an action plan for implementing a developmental program that will sustain your ministry.
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