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3 days ago · I recommend 8 weeks minimum and 12 weeks is even better. Finally, too many pastors are using their sabbatical as a “medical leave” of sorts because of abnormal stress or conflict. This is not a good time to take a sabbatical, and quite frankly involves a radically different way of processing the time. Every pastor needs a Spiritual Director.
5 days ago · It means you are trusting God and in trusting God there is always great benefit. Second, receive His goodness. Yes, God provides daily bread, but you do not live by bread alone (Lk. 4:4). We emphasize the primacy of God’s Word, whether it is the public or private teaching of it. When God speaks, He does things only He can do (Ps. 72:18; Is ...
3 days ago · Growing together. In John Mark Comer’s critically acclaimed book Practicing the Way (Form), the US-based pastor pulls no punches: “You cannot follow Jesus alone”, he declares. Not “shouldn’t”. “Cannot.”. The Bible talks a lot about Christian community. From the oft-quoted Acts model of Church (see Acts 1 and 2) to the almost-60 ...
4 days ago · Emily Austin. To our Diocesan Community: I am writing to announce that I will be taking a sabbatical beginning December 1, 2024. This period of rest, reflection, and renewal is an essential aspect of the Episcopal Church’s commitment to the wellbeing of its clergy. In my sixteen years of ordained ministry, this will be my first sabbatical.
3 days ago · Finally someone has written a book on the church age believer’s position and identity in Christ! While not very long (only 30 pages; 43 pages including the appendices) it packs a punch. I am not aware of any other book written specifically on this topic; so this is one everyone should want in their library.
4 days ago · Meet Nic Fraraccio, The Christian Chronicle’s summer news intern. The Christian Chronicle appoints Audrey Jackson as managing editor. A full-circle journey of faith down under. Longtime campus minister washed feet — and dishes — and changed thousands of lives. Christian Chronicle wins a dozen national ‘Best of the Church Press’ Awards ...
4 days ago · Under his leadership, Holy Tabernacle is now one of the fastest growing and most progressive ministries in the State of Texas and within the Church of God in Christ. Pastor Sample’s love for people is observed through his devotion and dedication to humanitarian causes. He works locally with the organization, Allied Communities of Tarrant County.
