Reflections & Research:
Sustainability
January 23, 2024
What does mentoring look like?
A longtime friend resisted the title “mentor,” but that’s what he was to many.
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As more pastors age and retire, churches appear to be facing a succession crisis, a study says
According to recent research, the average age of pastors is rising and the number of younger — and aspiring — clergy appears to be in decline.
read moreabout As more pastors age and retire, churches appear to be facing a succession crisis, a study saysJanuary 9, 2024
How to avoid falling off the “stained-glass cliff” when leading a dying church
When young, new or female clergy take over a struggling congregation, they often face the exhausting task of closing the church. A pastor and consultant offers guidance and support from ministers who have been through the experience.
read moreabout How to avoid falling off the “stained-glass cliff” when leading a dying churchOctober 2, 2023
Peer Learning: 8 Tips for Effective Programs
What do program staff need to know about planning and administering peer group programs that work for everyone?
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