This book combines sound understanding with hard-earned experience. I highly recommend it to all who realise that leadership is God's critical gift. Canon Derek Hong Vicar, Church of Our Saviour, Singapore Appropriate leadership is critical to the future directions of the churches...leaders from all traditions will find this book stimulating and challenging. Dr Peter Kaldor Director, National Church Life Survey, Sydney NSW A very insightful book... Lots of clues and practical suggestions about the sorts of skills needed in leading a local church. Peter Corney Senior minister, St Hilary's...