Reflections & Research
Discover what we are learning about what helps pastors thrive
September 9, 2020
Luke A. Powery: Brutalizing Black bodies is an assault against God
The torture inflicted on Black people dates back to enslavement and continues to this day as a denial of their humanity, writes the dean of Duke Chapel.
read moreabout Luke A. Powery: Brutalizing Black bodies is an assault against GodSeptember 1, 2020
A church-run business incubator grows its community’s own solutions to poverty
Under the Rev. Barry Randolph, a thriving Detroit church has brought a young community together to improve their lives with their own ideas.
read moreabout A church-run business incubator grows its community’s own solutions to povertyAugust 25, 2020
How can congregations help Black clergywomen flourish?
Intentional self-care, a church’s ethos of care and congregational openness to new approaches are notable factors that contribute to the thriving of Black clergywomen, a researcher has found.
read moreabout How can congregations help Black clergywomen flourish?August 18, 2020
A commitment to personal rituals can sustain clergy, even during a pandemic
Pastors can benefit from adaptable, restorative practices, writes a leading researcher on well-being in the workplace.
read moreabout A commitment to personal rituals can sustain clergy, even during a pandemic