The Story
Are you a recently elected church board member who hasnt received training for your new position? Are you a current board member disillusioned by negative experiences and interpersonal conflicts? Education specialist Michael Anthony asked a crosssection of almost a hundred pastors and church officers, in addition to staff members and denominational officials, to give their input about what is happening in church boards across America. The results of the survey were compiled into a comprehensive handbook that addresses topics such as: Developing a vision statement Writing job descriptions Setting long and shortrange goals Facing financial storms Resolving interpersonal conflicts Reviving a declining church This unique, multidenominational training resource emphasizes developing a team structure. It can be used for individual instruction, group discussions, and orientation sessions. The case studies clearly identify situations and leadership experiences common to many church boards.
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Are you a recently elected church board member who hasnt received training for your new position? Are you a current board member disillusioned by negative experiences and interpersonal conflicts? Education specialist Michael Anthony asked a crosssection of almost a hundred pastors and church officers, in addition to staff members and denominational officials, to give their input about what is happening in church boards across America. The results of the survey were compiled into a comprehensive handbook that addresses topics such as: Developing a vision statement Writing job descriptions Setting long and shortrange goals Facing financial storms Resolving interpersonal conflicts Reviving a declining church This unique, multidenominational training resource emphasizes developing a team structure. It can be used for individual instruction, group discussions, and orientation sessions. The case studies clearly identify situations and leadership experiences common to many church boards.
