Empowering others to serve
8
Jul
I have just finished teaching the Empowering Leadership course at SMBC in Sydney once again. Here is one of the summary documents we were reflecting on as part of the course.
Tag Archives: leadership
Pastoral Responsibilities and Ethics in times of Transition
26
Jan
Serving a church community as a pastor is a privilege which creates a unique type of relationship with members of a local church family. Pastors are present at important moments in individuals’ personal and spiritual lives and form deep and … Read More »
Healthy Teamwork–Anglican Diocese of Grafton Lay Conference 2020
22
Aug
I am enjoying being home in Tasmania but able to work with lay leaders today in the Diocese of Grafton. This year’s conference is a little different working over ZOOM. Hope it all goes smoothly and well. In the section … Read More »
Two Redeveloped Teamwork Resources
17
Jun
I spend quite a bit of time working with teams that are reflecting on their health as a group. This is the latest version of 12 Key Dynamics of Effective Teams: At the end of the post there are links … Read More »
Biblical Reflections on Leadership: Hebrews 13:17
6
Oct
This morning I have been pondering Hebrews 13:17. It is quite a revealing passage on leadership. The focus is on how to follow a person who leads in the church. The current NIV renders this verse: Have confidence in your … Read More »
Leaving Well
5
Nov
Making the decision to leave a church family is a difficult process filled with conflicting emotions, some positive and some painful. Harder still, once you have made the decision, is to actually take your leave well. It is easy in … Read More »
Covenant Commitments for Christians in Times of Conflict
11
Sep
“Making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” (Eph. 4:3), as individual members and as the body of Christ, before God, we commit that: In our thoughts, we will Accept conflict Acknowledge together … Read More »
12 Principles for effective ministry in rural parishes
11
Sep
Rural ministry has a real attraction. Idyllic settings, close caring communities, unhurried lifestyle. Yet these very advantages have their costs – isolation, lack of resources, complex relationships. Rural ministry takes place within a culture surprisingly removed from the norms of … Read More »
Preparing for Conflict
10
Sep
Christian churches are dynamic communities with strong values and beliefs. They are concerned with the transformation of individuals lives, with creating community and engaging the society around them. They are made up of volunteers who come from very different walks … Read More »
Managing Conflict
7
Sep
This 1 page article or handout has been prepared for leaders serving churches in times of conflict. It is a partner handout to Preparing for Confict and Restoring Community.