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Lives Entrusted: An Ethic of Trust for Ministry

This resource looks at topics such as misconduct, authenticity, testimony, vulnerability, and...

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Staying in Bounds: Straight Talk on Boundaries for Effective Ministry

This resource offers tools and practical applications for ministry to embrace healthy...

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The Graceful Exit: A Pastor's Journey from Good-bye to Hello

Using scripture, stories from other clergy, and the author's own story, this resource helps...

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The Emotional Intelligence of Jesus: Relational Smarts for Religious Leaders

This resource uses the Bible, brain science, and psychology to depict the uses of emotional...

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Toward the Better Country: Church Closure and Resurrection

This book draws from interviews with clergy and lay leaders from over 40 different churches to...

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The Church and Families of Children with Special Needs

This panel discussion considers what role parishioners, lay leaders, and clergy can play to...

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50 Ways to Welcome a New Pastor

Written by a United Methodist leader, this article offers 50 helpful actions that...

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Church Worth Getting Up For

This book advocates for the practice of radical hospitality and focusing the church's mission...

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UnBreakable: Forging a Marriage of Contentment and Delight

This resource outlines five concepts to help clergy and congregational leaders support...

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Church Mergers

This resource offers 30 questions congregations should consider before undergoing a merger,...

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