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Leading on Empty: Refilling Your Tank and Renewing Your Passion

by Wayne Cordeiro, Bethany House Publishers, MN, April 2010

Description

This book can help congregational leaders avoid or recover from burnout. With 30 years of experience in ministry, author Wayne Cordeiro shares his experience of burnout and how he recovered to help other ministry leaders learn from his experience. The book includes chapters on recognizing burnout, recovering from burnout, and the perspectives and practices that can help congregational leaders thrive within the stressors of ministry.

Features

  • Self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter
  • Appendix of retreat centers and counselors
  • Suggestions for further reading

Recommended Audience

ministry leaders, clergy leaders

Cost

Purchase as book, e-book or audio book

Practical Applications

  • Share warning signs of burnout and reflection questions with congregational leaders to start a conversation about recognizing burnout.
  • Discuss the seven lessons learned with your congregational leaders to identify ways your congregation can ensure its work culture and practices are sustainable.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Kelly Minas

Executive Director for Center Evaluation and Funded Programs

Kelly Minas designs and directs evaluation processes for grants, resource consulting, and educational programs at the Center for Congregations. Kelly received an undergraduate degree in American culture from Vassar College, where she was active in interfaith work on campus, and a master’s degree in contemporary sociology from the University of Leicester in England.

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