The Presbyterian Church of Australia, particularly through its Victorian Assembly, has been developing links with churches in Africa, one of which, I believe, is the Presbyterian Church in Malawi. Steve Salyards, at G.A. Junkie (yep, that’s what he calls his blog) has news about arrangements by which “the three synods of the Church of Central …
The links I put here week by week are meant to have particular interest to pastors. Not exclusively, but generally. This week begins with a preaching sort of theme. At the Gospel Coalition, David Murray outlines the reasons behind his answer to the question: “Can I be called to the ministry, if I dread sermon …
Douglas Wilson referred to a ‘church splant’, which is “a combination of church split and church plant”. The ‘church splanting’ spirit needs to be carefully governed. Works which begin because of a negative reaction to something that has happened elsewhere can adopt a needlessly combative or self-justifying culture. This can apply to either a ‘our …
Last time: The definition of a leader “Influence, Effectiveness, Togetherness” and “Five dimensions in which leaders influence.” This time: Effectiveness. Four steps to develop future leaders who are FEE (Faithful, Effective, Efficient). The principle of effectiveness: a commitment to doing the right things. (pg 47) The principle of excellence: doing things the right way. (pg …
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