Church Reform And Leadership Of Change

Author : Harald Askeland,Ulla Schmidt
Publisher : James Clarke & Company
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-12-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780227905852

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Church Reform and Leadership of Change by Harald Askeland,Ulla Schmidt Pdf

Reforms and processes of change have become an increasingly pervasive characteristic of European Protestant churches in the last fifteen to twenty years. Driven by perceptions of crises, such as declining membership rates, dwindling finances, decreasing participation in church rituals, and less support of traditional church doctrine, but also changes of governance of religion more generally, many churches feel compelled to explore new forms of operations, activities, and organisational structures. What is the inner dynamic and nature of these processes? This book explores this question by applying perspectives from organisational studies and bringing them into dialogue with ecclesiological categories, seeking to provide a richer understanding of the field of processes of change in churches. Among the questions asked are: What are the implications - organisationally and ecclesiologically - of viewing reform as a church practice, and how does this relate to much more comprehensive wavesof public sector reforms? How is church leadership configured and exercised, how is democratic leadership related to the authority of ordained ministry, and how does leadership take on new forms in the context of churches? And how do churches incorporate organisational practices of planned change and renewal, such as social entrepreneurship?

Author : Harald Askeland,Ulla Schmidt
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781498223324

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Church Reform and Leadership of Change by Harald Askeland,Ulla Schmidt Pdf

Reforms and processes of change have become an increasingly pervasive characteristic of European Protestant churches in the last fifteen to twenty years. Driven by perceptions of crises, such as declining membership rates, dwindling finances, decreasing participation in church rituals, and less support of traditional church doctrine, but also changes of governance of religion more generally, many churches feel compelled to explore new forms of operations, activities, and organizational structures. What is the inner dynamic and nature of these processes? This book explores this question by applying perspectives from organizational studies and bringing them into dialogue with ecclesiological categories, seeking to provide a richer understanding of the field of processes of change in churches. Among the questions asked are: What are the implications--organizationally and ecclesiologically--of viewing reform as a church practice, and how does this relate to much more comprehensive waves of public sector reforms? How is church leadership configured and exercised, how is democratic leadership related to the authority of ordained ministry, and how does leadership take on new forms in the context of churches? And how do churches incorporate organizational practices of planned change and renewal, such as social entrepreneurship?

Author : R. B. Jamieson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-06
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 9781108474436

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Jesus' Death and Heavenly Offering in Hebrews by R. B. Jamieson Pdf

Examines Hebrews' exposition of Jesus' death, his self-offering in heaven at his ascension, and the link between them.

Author : Thorsten Latzel,Gerhard Wegner
Publisher : Evangelische Verlagsanstalt
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-05-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783374049035

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Congregational Studies Worldwide by Thorsten Latzel,Gerhard Wegner Pdf

In the Christian churches, and in Protestantism in particular, the local gatherings of the faithful –parish and non-territorial free congregations – are of crucial importance. Viewed from a global perspective, they offer an extremely popular format and are growing, as for example in China and Latin America. In central and northern Europe, on the other hand, the Protestant parish and its congregation tend rather to be in decline. What is the current situation of church parishes and congregations? This book presents research into this topic from all over the world. China is among the countries represented, as are the United States (as the "motherland" of the autonomous congregation), Switzerland, Germany and Scandinavia. The researchers have identified and defined a number of different lines of development. Ecclesiastical sociologists, sociologists of religion, and indeed everybody who is interested in the future of Protestantism will find some new insights into an old topic here. [Internationale Studien zur Kirchgemeinde. Die Zukunft der Pfarrbezirke und der Autonomen Kirchgemeinden] In den christlichen Kirchen, besonders in den protestantischen, kommt den lokalen Gemeinden (congregations, parishes) eine zentrale Bedeutung zu. In globaler Perspektive gesehen sind sie ausgesprochen populär und wachsen z. B. in China und Lateinamerika. In Mittel- und Nordeuropa hingegen nimmt protestantisch-gemeindliches Leben eher ab. Wie stellt sich die Situation der Kirchgemeinde heute dar? In diesem Buch werden diesbezügliche Forschungen aus aller Welt vorgestellt. China ist ebenso vertreten wie die USA – das "Mutterland" der autonomen Kirchgemeinde –, die Schweiz, Deutschland und Skandinavien. Unterschiedliche Entwicklungswege werden herausgearbeitet. Religions- und Kirchensoziologen – und alle die an der Zukunft des Protestantismus interessiert sind – finden hier neue Einsichten in ein altes Thema! Autoren sind u. a. Nancy Ammerman, Mark Chaves, Eberhard Hauschildt und Jörg Stolz.

Author : Curran, Charles E.
Publisher : Orbis Books
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-02-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608336388

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Tradition and Church Reform by Curran, Charles E. Pdf

Author : Sharon Henderson Callahan
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 824 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-05-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781506354903

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Religious Leadership by Sharon Henderson Callahan Pdf

This 2-volume set within The SAGE Reference Series on Leadership tackles issues relevant to leadership in the realm of religion. It explores such themes as the contexts in which religious leaders move, leadership in communities of faith, leadership as taught in theological education and training, religious leadership impacting social change and social justice, and more. Topics are examined from multiple perspectives, traditions, and faiths. Features & Benefits: By focusing on key topics with 100 brief chapters, we provide students with more depth than typically found in encyclopedia entries but with less jargon or density than the typical journal article or research handbook chapter. Signed chapters are written in language and style that is broadly accessible. Each chapter is followed by a brief bibliography and further readings to guide students to sources for more in-depth exploration in their research journeys. A detailed index, cross-references between chapters, and an online version enhance accessibility for today's student audience.

Author : Ramsey Coutta
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2008-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780595505753

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A Practical Guide for Successful Church Change by Ramsey Coutta Pdf

Church change is as inevitable as it is necessary. Pastors and church leaders can either embrace change to their benefit, or they can ignore it and watch as their church slowly becomes irrelevant. Pastors and church leaders have long needed a practical guide on how to recognize the need for change, how to plan for change, how to implement change, and how to sustain change. A Practical Guide for Successful Church Change provides just this. Pastors and church leaders will learn principles for recognizing, planning, implementing, and sustaining change. They will also learn how to cope with resistance, prepare personally for change, and effectively communicate the need for change to the church. Those who are thinking of leading change in the church will find this book exceedingly practical and useful as they seek to transform their church and ministry into a more vibrant body of believers.

Author : Valerie A. Miles-Tribble
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781978701755

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Change Agent Church in Black Lives Matter Times by Valerie A. Miles-Tribble Pdf

Volatile social dissonance in America’s urban landscape is the backdrop as Valerie A. Miles-Tribble examines tensions in ecclesiology and public theology, focusing on theoethical dilemmas that complicate churches’ public justice witness as prophetic change agents. She attributes churches’ reticence to confront unjust disparities to conflicting views, for example, of Black Lives Matter protests as “mere politics,” and disparities in leader and congregant preparation for public justice roles. As a practical theologian with experience in organizational leadership, Miles-Tribble applies adaptive change theory, public justice theory, and a womanist communitarian perspective, engaging Emilie Townes’s construct of cultural evil as she presents a model of social reform activism re-envisioned as public discipleship. She contends that urban churches are urgently needed to embrace active prophetic roles and thus increase public justice witness. “Black Lives Matter times” compel churches to connect faith with public roles as spiritual catalysts of change.

Author : John W. Stanko
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2009-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 158169329X

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Changing the Way We Do Church by John W. Stanko Pdf

7 Steps to a Purposeful Reformation There is a worldwide crisis in church leadership! Is your ministry part of the problem or part of the solution? Are you ready to embrace God-inspired reform or will it be business as usual? The vision, purpose, and leadership of pastoral teams will determine the health of the local church. These seven steps will challenge you to rethink what the church is and how it should function so that together, congregations can touch the world with the love of God! The 7 steps include: [ Raising up purpose-led men and women of great faith [ Equipping people to implement their God-given purpose [ Helping leaders bring order out of creative chaos [ Helping leaders move from ownership to servant leadership [ Developing services and programs that people really want to attend [ Moving from fads and copycat expressions to innovative ministries [ Meeting the needs of the poor, minorities, and women worldwide Complete with study questions at the end of each chapter, "Changing the Way We Do Church" will stir your faith and provide biblical understanding to embrace 21st century ministry with enthusiasm and purpose. JOHN W. STANKO has served the church in many capacities during 35 years of ministry. He is the founder of PurposeQuest International, which helps leaders and individuals around the world clarify their purpose and order their world. He is a sought-after speaker and consultant, and his website and blogs help people understand who they are and how to be more productive. John serves as Administrative Pastor at Allegheny Center Alliance Church, an historic and growing church on the North Side of Pittsburgh.

Author : Christopher White
Publisher : The United Church of Canada
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781551341910

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Seismic Shifts by Christopher White Pdf

Amid the rapid changes shaking North American society, how can church leaders respond? Is this a time of crisis, or of opportunity and renewal? What skills will be required to lead effectively in the 21st century? Seismic Shifts offers an invitation to journey toward an authentic leadership for our time. Drawing on two decades of experience as a United Church minister and input from other leaders inside the church and out, Christopher White examines new directions in leadership. Case studies and interviews on the accompanying DVD illustrate the issues and bring them to life. A study guide relates book chapters to DVD segments for individual reflection or group study.

Author : Bob Whitesel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0898273641

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Preparing for Change Reaction by Bob Whitesel Pdf

This practical guide is designed to be used by church leaders with their boards as a tool for negotiating needed changes effectively. The author compellingly makes the case that new methodology can and must be embraced without altering a church's beliefs or mission. He then offers a series of exercises to be undertaken jointly by church leaders that will result in the production of a master plan for managing change in the local church. Your team will-- -Understand which changes threaten a church's identity--and which do not. -Identify the church's core values and nonnegotiable beliefs. -Anticipate the ten most common reactions to change. -Develop a workable plan for introducing change in your church.

Author : Mark Lau Branson,Alan J. Roxburgh
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725271753

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Leadership, God’s Agency, and Disruptions by Mark Lau Branson,Alan J. Roxburgh Pdf

Leaders in congregations and Christian organizations wrestle with an unraveling of the world in which they have little experience and training. While they are offered unending resources by experts on leadership, some with claims to biblical blueprints, the challenges seem mismatched to those methods. Branson and Roxburgh frame the situation as one in which "modernity's wager"--the conviction that God is not necessary for life and wisdom and meaning--has defined the Western imagination. Because churches and leaders are colonized by this ethos, even when God is named and beliefs are claimed, approaches to leadership are blind to God's agency. Branson and Roxburgh approach this challenge as a work in practical theology, attending to our cultural context, narratives of God's disruptive initiatives in Scripture, and a reshaping of leadership theories with a priority on God's agency. With years of experience as teachers, consultants, and guides, they name practices which lead to more faithful participation. Leadership, God's Agency, and Disruption is wide-ranging in cultural and biblical scholarship, challenging in its engagement with numerous leadership studies, and practical with its focus toward the on-the-ground life of churches and organizations.

Author : John Howe
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1997-09-29
Category : History
ISBN : 081223412X

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Church Reform and Social Change in Eleventh-Century Italy by John Howe Pdf

Winner of the John Gilmary Shea Prize of the American Catholic Historical Association

Author : J. Tribble
Publisher : Springer
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2005-07-04
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781403980915

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Transformative Pastoral Leadership in the Black Church by J. Tribble Pdf

Transformative Pastoral Leadership in the Black Church offers practical wisdom from comparative analysis of the experiences of a male pastor and a female pastor in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Church leaders must be transformed themselves as they are transforming their churches to serve their communities. From his research of the perspectives of laity, clergy, and scholars of the black church, Jeffery L. Tribble offers hopeful stories and helpful strategies for those who believe that the black church must continue its historic mission of being an instrument of survival, elevation, and liberation for its people. Transformative Pastoral Leadership in the Black Church is an important contribution to studies of black religion, womanist thought, and social justice.

Author : Rod Street,Nick Cuthbert
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 150619382X

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Better Change in Church by Rod Street,Nick Cuthbert Pdf

Initiating change in a church is both one of the most important and most difficult tasks facing God's people. In this book, Rod Street and Nick Cuthbert provide a practical guide to help those grappling with this challenge to undertake it well. Based on many years of experience in church and change leadership the book offers wisdom, insights and approaches that can help leaders to achieve new outcomes with people successfully. Handling change well often comes down to handling people well. It is the human aspects of change, more than the technical issues, that tend to undermine success. This makes change difficult for any leader but it is even more keenly felt in churches or indeed other community organisations. These groups are made up of volunteers who despite their commitment can easily withdraw from the community (physically or emotionally) if they find themselves alienated by a change. The result is that initiating or leading change in church proves to be very tough indeed. It is not just individual sensitivities and the natural resistance that change produces that makes it difficult. With many changes, the goals of the change simply cannot be realised unless people commit themselves. Effective change often needs a real emotional commitment. This book is a practitioners' guide for those seeking to lead wholehearted change more effectively. Built upon many years experience in and outside church, it helps to explain the underlying nature of the challenges that those seeking change face and then provides insights, approaches and advice on how best to go about changes, whether they are new service formats, a new strategy or changes to roles and responsibilities. Reviewers have said: "This is the most comprehensive and helpful book I've read on change in churches. Street and Cuthbert have done us a great service in combining thorough research with personal experience and practical ideas. I'd encourage anyone engaged in change in church life to read this book. I am confident you will have 'better change in church' as a result." Revd James Lawrence, Leadership Principal, CPAS "This is a book for leaders to read before they attempt the risky journey of change. It is distilled wisdom and learning from experienced leaders that helps prepare both heart and mind, practice and process for the inevitable challenges that lie ahead. As a church leader with over 25 years' experience I found this book very helpful and I would warmly commend it." Andy Pickford, Senior Minister, Maybridge Community Church "It is superb! This will be a key text for church leaders on change." Jason Clark, Senior Pastor of Sutton Vineyard"