Necessary Endings

Necessary Endings

How do we go about fixing what seems past the point of repair, in our current ministry or relational settings? “Necessary Endings” by Dr. Henry Cloud shows us the method and mindset behind how to make those decisions that are difficult, yet necessary for ...
Transitions

Transitions

William Bridges “Transitions” identifies the stages of transition, and shows us how to embrace each stage and move forward with hope.Purchase his...

Navigating Transitions

Navigating transitions can be a challenging part of leadership in a church community. It takes a particular set of skills to become a gatherer/builder/pastor, yet it requires different skills and processes to transition well in a community. Whether it is the...
A Burning in My Bones

A Burning in My Bones

Pastors: looking for an encouraging read as you contemplate your own calling? “A Burning in my Bones” by Winn Collier shares the journey of Eugene Peterson, the iconic American pastor who translated “The Message.” Delving into his successes and...
God and the Pandemic

God and the Pandemic

We’ve heard from numerous pastors who are struggling to theologically and practically respond  to people in their churches with diverse perspectives on the pandemic. If you haven’t clocked N.T. Wright’s book, God and the Pandemic, it may be a great...

What is Spiritual Direction?

Spiritual direction is an ancient practice – which “most generations of Christians have agreed is essential” (Eugene Peterson) – intended to facilitate personal awareness of God’s presence, voice, and activity. At its centre, spiritual direction...