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Thriving in Bivocational Ministry, featuring Kris Bentley

This online podcast challenges the assumption that effective ministry depends on full-time clergy , and the conversation explores how bivocational ministry can become a sustainable and flourishing model for both pastors and congregations. Drawing on research, field experience, and insights from Kris Bentley's work with bivocational ministers, the episode contextualizes ministry as a shared endeavor in which clergy and laity partner together, embrace realistic expectations, and discover new...

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Homeless Community Chaplaincy

This online course offers congregations a homeless community chaplaincy training. With this course, Christian...

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The Faith Factor and Social Welfare: Evidence, Practice, Policy

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11 Steps to Transition from Full-Time Ministry as a Bi-Vocational Pastor

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10 Ways to Care for the Emotional Health of Your Congregation During a Pastoral Transition

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Rise Up, Pastoral Transition Reference Manual

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The Gift of Older Adult Ministry

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Encore Ministry Foundation

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The Future Is Bivocational with Andrew Hamilton

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The Truth about Bivocational Ministry No One Tells You!

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