We have been looking at the importance of influence. I am been making the point that to be truly effective as a leader in a church – in good times and in challenging times – leaders must master the ability to influence others. Influence begins with practicing Ministry IQ - getting to know the people you are serving and for these people to get to know you. In addition, a leader also needs to promote vision. ...
In my previous article we began looking at the importance of influence. The point was made that to be truly effective as a leader in a church – in good times and in challenging times – leaders must master the ability to influence others. Where does influence begin? It begins with practicing Ministry IQ - getting to know the people you are serving and for these people to get to know you. As a leader you will...
Bulls do not belong in a china shop! Can you just imagine the disaster and damage that would occur? I love looking for unusual gifts in stores. When I shop I often wear a backpack. I am so cautious knowing that a quick turn here or there could topple some items off the shelves. A bull left alone in a china shop is a whole different story. If you want to be a good leader in...
When it comes to making decisions, are you impulsive or are you cautious? As a person? As a leader? Recently I texted a church leader and followed up with a phone call. I was asking him to make a leadership decision. This is what leaders are often called to do. People expect leaders to make decisions, often on the spot. But this church leader, after hearing my request, deferred judgement. He told me he wanted to...
At Synod 2022 that just met in Launceston (TAS), 1-6 May 2022, I gave my final report to Synod in my current role as Ministry Development Coach. I have been serving the CRCA in this role since 2007 as part of Ministry Formation. In my final report I not only summarized what Christ has been doing in and through the churches over the past decade and a half. I also looked forward and suggested three things...
