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Simplicity sharpens focus in faith-filled lives
Simplicity can be complicated. But its spiritual rewards are great.
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Transition into Ministry program helps new ministers flourish
Moving from seminary to first assignment at a congregation has always been a challenge, but it’s even more so today. Helping young graduates become confident, effective pastors is the goal of Transition into Ministry.
More >A Reflection on the State of Pastoral Leadership
When Jackson Carroll began “Pulpit & Pew,” his large research project on pastoral leadership, he considered pastors a “troubled profession,” and braced himself for what his investigation might reveal. But five years of study, including a major national telephone survey and 23 focus groups across the country, convinced Carroll his gloomy forecast didn’t stand up.
More >Hearing the Call: Vocational Reflection Gets Renewed Attention
Nevell Owens remembers when he first felt called to pursue a doctorate in theology. He was working as a criminal prosecutor when he looked into the eyes of a 13-year-old boy accused of murder. He saw that they were empty, and he wanted to know: Where was God in the life of this boy?
“I knew the boy’s mother was active in church,” Owens says. “I wanted to know, why isn’t the minister here? Why aren’t members of the church here?”
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Finding Friendship in Ministry::In a 2001 study of clergy only 32 percent said they had never felt lonely or isolated. The sense... More > |
Theological Students and Religious Leadership for the Future::Are theological students good enough to meet future needs for religious leadership? How can... More > |
Explore Ministry as Your Life-work::This website is dedicated to helping you decide whether God is calling you into the ministry.... More > |
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Center for Congregations Developing Congregational Generosity
Tue, Sep 15, 2009A long-term learning program for southwest Indiana congregations to improve their capacity to talk about money in faithful ways. Wendy McCormick Email: wmccormick@centerforcongregations.org ... More >
National Clergy Renewal Grant Program Announced
Sat, Mar 13, 2010Lilly Endowment, an Indianapolis-based, private philanthropic foundation, seeks to strengthen Christian congregations by providing an opportunity for pastors to step ... More >
New Release - Global Songs For Worship CD
Sun, Mar 14, 2010Singing one another's songs is a powerful way for the international church family to express its unity in Christ. This ... More >
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Stepping up to Staffing and Supervision
This seminar is for the pastoral leader who is stepping up into a supervisory role for the first time. Participants ... More >
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