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3 Questions to Preserve Energy and Passion in Ministry
4/12/2023
Leadership Development
Leading In Community
Even the most energetic congregational leader has limited energy. Structured free time, such as a weekly day off or a periodic sabbatical, is a great start, but this may not always be practical. And ...
5 Shocking Realities About the Real State of Pastor Burnout
4/12/2023
Leadership Development
Leading In Community
It’s time to talk about a challenging topic that’s been on a lot of hearts lately: Pastor burnout. As you know, ministry can be an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling calling. It can also be deeply ...
Addressing employee burnout: Are you solving the right problem?
4/12/2023
Leadership Development
Leading In Community
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated and exacerbated long-standing corporate challenges to employee health and well-being, and in particular employee mental health.1 This has resulted in reports of ...
Whose problem is clergy burnout?
4/12/2023
Leadership Development
Leading In Community
Tracey Dawson, pastor of the United Church of Christ Parker Hilltop in Parker. “I am feeling bullied by some of the people in my church,” a clergy friend told me recently. “They criticize everything ...
Why I Took a Sabbatical (and why you should, too)
4/12/2023
Leadership Development
Leading In Community
By Ben Gosden I took a month off in July 2022. As a United Methodist pastor, I am grateful we have parameters for clergy to take planned leaves. For me, it was a combination of 2+ years of leading ...
Spiritual Renewal Grant for Clergy and Lay Ministry Staff, Fall 2023
3/27/2023
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Ministry leaders are exhausted and in need of time away to recharge. The LDT wants to help nurture your own spiritual health, as you nurture the spiritual walks of others. Ministry leaders (clergy and lay professionals) who sign up for a Spiritual Renewal offering, and pay a personal investment of $50 toward the experience, are eligible for up to $500 for a private retreat, engaging with a spiritual director, or going to a structured spiritual retreat. Visit the Spiritual Renewal Grant Page to learn more about the options available!
Walking Alongside Others Changes their Lives and Ours
3/9/2023
Leadership Development
By Rev. Dawn Livingston I had a conversation earlier today with someone who said simply, “we help other people because it’s the right thing to do.” I agree with that 100% – without a doubt. Yet, for ...