Effective interim ministry depends on strong partnership between the interim minster and congregation. Lay leaders of congregations preparing for such a transit

Transition is the word we use to describe the time following significant change. In congregations, that change might be the departure of the pastor, a catastrop

Many churches today find themselves in frequent transition, whether due to the changing culture, the struggles of mainline churches, or the changing nature of m

The old-time shepherd – lamb in one hand, crook in the other – is an emblem of sturdiness, dependability and independence. He was one of the most important