Synergy : a leadership guide for church staff and volunteers / Ann A. Michel ; foreword by Lovett H. Weems, Jr.

"The people are the church--not just the pastor. Yet, in many congregations there is a heavy imbalance in the ownership of ministry. Clergy and paid staff are seen as God's agents in the world, and congregants as occasional participants. Sometimes, clergy and other leaders perpetuate this...

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Main Author: Michel, Ann A. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Nashville, TN : Abingdon Press, [2017]
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505 0 |a Part 1. Synergistic ministry. Working together : God's plan for the church -- Who, me? Yes, you! : the inclusivity of God's call -- At your service : ministry grounded in God's purposes -- Part 2. Collaborative ministry skills for synergistic leaders. The heart of the matter : the power of relationships -- Body building : the dynamics of effective team ministry -- Follow me : the art of asking -- Two by two : developing others as leaders -- Where two or more are gathered : mastering meetings -- Quick to hear, slow to speak and anger : dealing with conflicts and complaints -- Part 3. Special considerations for church staff members. Working together for the good of those who love God : leadership perspectives for church employees -- Completing the good work begun in you : growing and developing as a leader. 
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