God's potters :pastoral leadership and the shaping of congregations /Jackson W. Carroll ; with the assistance of Becky R. McMillan.

Book

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Community of Christ Library

Name/Title

God's potters :pastoral leadership and the shaping of congregations /Jackson W. Carroll ; with the assistance of Becky R. McMillan.

Description

Pastoral leadership at the beginning of the 21st century -- The social and cultural context in which clergy work -- Who are God's potters today? -- What do clergy do? : the work of ordained ministry -- How pastors lead : leadership and cultural production -- Potters' problems : clergy commitment, satisfaction, and health -- "A manner of life worthy of the gospel" : exploring the meaning of excellence in ministry and pastoral leadership -- Strengthening pastoral leadership and nurturing excellence : some strategies -- Appendix A: research methods -- Appendix B: interview protocol and response frequencies. xvi, 296 p. :ill. ;23 cm.

Book Details

Author

Carroll, Jackson W.

Place Published

City

Grand Rapids, Mich.

Date Published

2006

Publication Subjects

Pastoral theology. Christian leadership.

Call No.

BV4011.3 .C37 2006

ISBN

0802863205 (pbk. : alk. paper)

LCCN

2005034137

Notes

Bibliography Note: Includes bibliographical references (p. 278-288) and index.