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Overflow: Increase Worship Attendance & Bear More Fruit
ISBN: 9781426767517 / Angielski / Miękka / 144 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Our churches exist in order to glorify God and to share God as revealed in Jesus Christ. Thus, worship is at the center of the congregation's life. And improvements in worship tend to spur improvements in the church's other ministries. When a church's worship is not vital, what happens to that church? Church leaders and laity know too well the dismal answer to that question. In Overflow, Lovett Weems and Tom Berlin share research-based insights and tactical ideas that result in improved worship attendance and in fruitful congregations. The authors identify practices that... Our churches exist in order to glorify God and to share God as revealed in Jesus Christ. Thus, worship is at the center of the congregation's life.... |
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68,19 |
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In the Middle of a Journey: Readings in Unitarian Universalist Faith Development
ISBN: 9781475985405 / Angielski / Miękka / 416 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The role of religious education/faith development among Unitarian Universalists marks the uniqueness of this religious movement. Without dependence on dogma or creed, it is essential that a religious community be free to develop its own distinctive identity. The centrality of religious education was evident in the very beginnings of this liberal denomination. Rev. Richard Gilbert collects many of the most influential statements of religious education philosophy in the anthology In the Middle of a Journey. From William Ellery Channing's eloquent "Sunday School Address" to the writings of... The role of religious education/faith development among Unitarian Universalists marks the uniqueness of this religious movement. Without dependence... |
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Vital Merger: A New Church Start Approach That Joins Church Families Together
ISBN: 9780974675992 / Angielski / Miękka / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Do you feel restless about your church's ministry and wonder whether joining with another church (or churches) could increase your missional impact on the community? If so, you may want to learn more about Vital Mergers. As blended families face big decisions and challenges, so do churches seeking to merge. Dirk Elliott has helped numerous churches successfully navigate this process and can help you do the same.
Do you feel restless about your church's ministry and wonder whether joining with another church (or churches) could increase your missional impact on...
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64,40 |
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A Guide to the Ministry
ISBN: 9780715206058 / Angielski / Miękka / 266 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Concise but detailed account on preparing and gaining admission to ministry; the duties and opportunities therein; and advice on the means by which the individual may leave the Ministry.
Concise but detailed account on preparing and gaining admission to ministry; the duties and opportunities therein; and advice on the means by which th...
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154,89 |
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The Young Shepherd: Nathan Murray's First Year as Pastor
ISBN: 9781482014488 / Angielski / Miękka / 248 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Nathan and Sandra Murray moved to their first pastorate in the rolling hills of North Carolina. Nathan soon realized that there were things about being a pastor he did not learn in college and seminary. Thankfully, mentors including some of the gentle folk of New Hope Church, will help him overcome and become a faithful and effective shepherd.
Nathan and Sandra Murray moved to their first pastorate in the rolling hills of North Carolina. Nathan soon realized that there were things about bein...
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37,81 |
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Dirty Knees and Green Thumbs: A Guide to Planting the Extraordinary and seeing the Impossible Grow
ISBN: 9781483919485 / Angielski / Miękka / 188 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Are you hungry to do the impossible? Do you feel called to do something great? Well, if so, this book is for you. Dirty Knees and Green Thumbs is a revolutionary look at the art and science of church planting. Bryan Meadows, Lead Pastor of Embassy International Worship Center, a vibrant and fast growing church in the city of Atlanta, takes us on a revelatory journey into the world of relationships, business, and family. Get ready to transform your life, city, and region with Dirty Knees and Green Thumbs.
Are you hungry to do the impossible? Do you feel called to do something great? Well, if so, this book is for you. Dirty Knees and Green Thumbs is a re...
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The 21 Principles of Strategy, Persuasion, and Leadership
ISBN: 9781484821183 / Angielski / Miękka / 68 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Leadership qualities and skills can be learned, and this short volume summarizes the most important and fundamental 21 principles for each of the three key areas of leadership: the development of good strategy, persuading others to see it your way and why they should follow, and finally the 21 principles of leadership once you've persuaded others to follow your strategy.
Leadership qualities and skills can be learned, and this short volume summarizes the most important and fundamental 21 principles for each of the thre...
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The Leadership Rock: A Journey of a Life in Leadership
ISBN: 9780615764023 / Angielski / Miękka / 156 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From the foreword by Jerry Cook - "If you love stories as I do, this book will not only instruct and challenge you, it will delight you. It is not a book of technique or infallible keys. It is the account of a leader living out his calling. In the warmth of that human story I was encouraged, challenged and, yes, entertained. I found myself underlining many remarks and passages that walked into my heart and spoke life to me."
From the foreword by Jerry Cook - "If you love stories as I do, this book will not only instruct and challenge you, it will delight you. It is not a b...
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47,76 |
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The Holy Spirit: So, What's the Big Deal?
ISBN: 9781482330618 / Angielski / Miękka / 110 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Short Description (2,000 characters, including spaces) Dr. Jerry Cook spent fifty years as a pastor, teaching and writing about the presence of the Holy Spirit and of Christ in everyday life-including speaking in tongues. But in a conversation with a young pastor he realized the need to explain this topic in a practical, accessible way for those who may have only been exposed to it through "shocking" manifestations of fanaticism. In this conversation, the young pastor wondered what the "big deal" was, and when Cook got over his anger at this dismissive assessment, he tackled the concept...
Short Description (2,000 characters, including spaces) Dr. Jerry Cook spent fifty years as a pastor, teaching and writing about the presence of the Ho...
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35,78 |
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College & University Chaplaincy in the 21st Century: A Multifaith Look at the Practice of Ministry on Campuses Across America
ISBN: 9781594735165 / Angielski / Twarda / 337 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The first comprehensive resource for chaplains and campus ministers of all faith traditions--a vital resource for ministry in multifaith and secular contexts. Caregiver, educator, trustee of institutional traditions, public religious voice and, occasionally, prophet: in an increasingly multifaith, multicultural, global world, the role of the college or university chaplain has changed. This book examines experiences and perspectives that arise at the intersection of religious practice, distinct campus culture, student counseling and the secular context of the modern... The first comprehensive resource for chaplains and campus ministers of all faith traditions--a vital resource for ministry in multifaith an... |
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151,62 |
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Four Essential Loves: Four Essential Loves
ISBN: 9781620324028 / Angielski / Miękka / 138 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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90,97 |
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Preventing A Sheep Attack
ISBN: 9781484017784 / Angielski / Miękka / 206 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is the second book in the "sheep attack series." After publishing the best selling "When Sheep Attack" the conversation around a handful of antagonists attacking pastors and dividing congregations has increased. This follow up book expands the original 25 case studies to over 200 including clergy of virtually every denomination, music ministers, other lay professionals and lay leaders. This book is needed because educating denominational lay leaders and healthy parish leaders on this behavior is the first line of defense. In this book, Doctor Maynard exposes the essential staff catalyst...
This is the second book in the "sheep attack series." After publishing the best selling "When Sheep Attack" the conversation around a handful of antag...
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Healing For Pastors & People After A Sheep Attack
ISBN: 9781484085554 / Angielski / Miękka / 226 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Every six minutes a handful of parish members (often no more than a half dozen) bully, intimidate, threaten and blackmail successful pastors into resigning their ministries. The wounds they inflict on these pastors and their families remain with them for the balance of their lives. Congregational leaders that stand with the pastors are often attacked and left wounded from the same trauma. This is a book of healing. It is written for senior pastors, music ministers, lay professionals and lay leaders that are suffering with the wounds of a sheep attack. The author examines the depth of the pain...
Every six minutes a handful of parish members (often no more than a half dozen) bully, intimidate, threaten and blackmail successful pastors into resi...
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In the Name of Jesus: Reflections on Christian Leadership
ISBN: 9780232518290 / Angielski / Miękka / 96 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Reflections on ministry and Christian leadership by one of our greatest modern spiritual writers.
Reflections on ministry and Christian leadership by one of our greatest modern spiritual writers.
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45,24 |
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Ministry in Three Dimensions: Ordination and Leadership in the Local Church
ISBN: 9780232527438 / Angielski / Miękka / 264 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is an examination of leadership in a local church context. Biblically based it is ideal for discussion and aimed at all those involved in clergy training and ordained ministers across all denominations.
This is an examination of leadership in a local church context. Biblically based it is ideal for discussion and aimed at all those involved in clergy ...
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Woman at the Altar
ISBN: 9780264673356 / Angielski / Miękka / 142 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Lavinia Byrne believes that the Roman Catholic Church's teaching and pastoral practice is producing vocations to priesthood among women. This book looks forward to the day when Catholic women will be ordained, and addresses questions such as: when and how this might take place; who women are for and against; how women are organized; what the present-day Church thinking is on the subject; whether nuns are uncovering a call to ordination; and whether the ordination of women is a source of division or a source of healing.
Lavinia Byrne believes that the Roman Catholic Church's teaching and pastoral practice is producing vocations to priesthood among women. This book loo...
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205,33 |
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Reverse Mentoring
ISBN: 9780470188989 / Angielski / Twarda / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Earl Creps is known for his work in connecting the younger generation of postmoderns with their Boomer predecessors. The author of Off-Road Disciplines, Creps, in this new book, takes up the topic of how older church leaders can learn from younger leaders who are more conversant with culture, technology, and social context. In addition to making the benefits of what he calls "reverse mentoring" apparent, he also makes it accessible by offering practical steps to implement this discipline at both personal and organizational levels, particularly in communication, evangelism, and...
Earl Creps is known for his work in connecting the younger generation of postmoderns with their Boomer predecessors. The author of Off-Road Discipl...
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94,57 |
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In Pursuit of Great and Godly Leadership: Tapping the Wisdom of the World for the Kingdom of God
ISBN: 9780470947425 / Angielski / Twarda / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ--not the marketplace--at the center of their mission? Drawing on biblical material and business wisdom, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership explores the critical leadership decisions and practices that shape the success of Christian organizations. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with over forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and international ministries. Mike Bonem leverages his background as an MBA-trained manager and an...
Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ--not the marketplace--at the center of th...
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94,57 |
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Holy Bishops in Late Antiquity: The Nature of Christian Leadership in an Age of Transitionvolume 37
ISBN: 9780520280175 / Angielski / Miękka / 346 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Between 300 and 600, Christianity experienced a momentous change from persecuted cult to state religion. One of the consequences of this shift was the evolution of the role of the bishopas the highest Church official in his cityfrom model Christian to model citizen. Claudia Rapp's exceptionally learned, innovative, and groundbreaking work traces this transition with a twofold aim: to deemphasize the reign of the emperor Constantine, which has traditionally been regarded as a watershed in the development of the Church as an institution, and to bring to the fore the continued importance of the...
Between 300 and 600, Christianity experienced a momentous change from persecuted cult to state religion. One of the consequences of this shift was the...
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146,34 |
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The Formation of Papal Authority in Late Antique Italy: Roman Bishops and the Domestic Sphere
ISBN: 9781107001060 / Angielski / Twarda / 340 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book is the first cultural history of papal authority in late antiquity. While most traditional histories posit a rise of the papacy and examine popes as politicians, theologians, and civic leaders, Kristina Sessa focuses on the late Roman household and its critical role in the development of the Roman church from ca. 350 600. She argues that Rome's bishops adopted the ancient elite household as a model of good government for leading the church. Central to this phenomenon was the classical and biblical figure of the steward, the householder's appointed agent who oversaw his property and...
This book is the first cultural history of papal authority in late antiquity. While most traditional histories posit a rise of the papacy and examine ...
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