Authors: Robert D. Dale
ISBN-13: 9780687303496, ISBN-10: 0687303494
Format: Paperback
Publisher: United Methodist Publishing House
Date Published: March 2001
Edition: (Non-applicable)
This comprehensive problem-solving reference for pastors provides theological foundations and experience-tested techniques for effective clergy leadership.
Robert D. Dale offers insight into the dynamics of clergy management by placing leadership into a congregational context and stressing servanthood as the primary biblical leadership image. Following a discussion of the three critical dimensions of organizational effectiveness, Dale explores and critiques the four basic leadership styles: catalyst, commander, encourager, and hermit. Out of this background exploration, Dale discloses decision-making guidelines that have proved effective in helping clergy: resolve conflicts; lead churches through change; define the congregation's dream; budget resources effectively; manage meetings; build teams; and, motivate oneself and others.
Pastoral Leadership concludes with a unique look at the effects of clergy leadership on the pastor as a person, offering valuable insight into clergy spirituality, burnout, family demands, and career development. Notes, a bibliography, and review questions accompany each chapter.
Foreword | 9 | |
I. | Seeing Leadership in Congregational Context: Practical and Theological Perspectives | |
1. | Foundations for a Ministry of Leadership | 13 |
2. | Servanthood: The Primary Biblical Image of Leadership | 25 |
II. | Matching Leaders and Ministry Opportunities: Options | |
3. | Selecting Your Leader Style | 39 |
4. | The Leadership Triangle: A Ministry Challenge | 55 |
5. | Biblical Models of Leader Styles | 66 |
III. | Solving Leadership Problems: A Laboratory | |
6. | Diagnosing the Climate of Your Church | 81 |
7. | Sharpening Your Congregation's Vision | 93 |
8. | Planning for Change | 104 |
9. | Budgeting for Ministry Action | 116 |
10. | Managing Decision-Making Meetings | 126 |
11. | Building Ministry Teams | 136 |
12. | Motivating Ministry Volunteers | 148 |
13. | Resolving Congregational Conflicts | 158 |
14. | Handling Transitions Between Ministry Posts | 169 |
IV. | Exploring Personal Dimensions of Leadership: An Overview | |
15. | Spiritual Disciplines for Leaders | 189 |
16. | Avoiding Leader Burnout | 200 |
17. | Family Leadership | 213 |
18. | Career Development for Leaders | 225 |
Scripture Index | 237 | |
Subject Index | 239 |