Organizations have a responsibility to ensure that people who come there to work, worship, or volunteer won’t experience harm.At a time when diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts are being systematically dismantled—stripped from government ...

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God’s Gift of Generosity is ideal for pastors who must engage in one of the most uncomfortable tasks of their role: asking people for money.Why does generosity matter, and why should we give back to God?Tailored specifically for pastors and lay lead...

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As church leaders, we live our lives within the spotlight of professional ministry. To best love and serve God and our neighbors, we aim to be the fullest, truest versions of ourselves. However, we often struggle to do so with integrity. What if our...

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 Newly updated for the revised Directory for Worship.

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Newly updated for the revised Directory for Worship.The second edition of the widely used Making Disciples, Making Leaders is a comprehensive guide for creating effective spiritual leaders in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A). With over two decades of...

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 Newly updated for the revised Directory for Worship.

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Newly updated for the revised Directory for Worship.   In this Spanish edition of his highly useful book, Earl S. Johnson, Jr. explores the role of the deacon in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). T

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Newly updated for the revised Directory for Worship.In this highly useful book, Earl S. Johnson, Jr., explores the role of the deacon in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). The author explains the freedom for churches to define the roles of deacons wh...

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Churches experiencing numerical and financial decline may dread the day when they can no longer afford a full-time pastor. Freeing up funds that would go to a full-time salary sure would help the budget—maybe even enough to turn things around—but is...

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Deacons: The Ministry of Compassion and Service guides nominated leaders through the discernment process: election to office; preparation for a ministry of compassion, witness, and service; ordination; and installation as a deacon. This insightful ...

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With many pastors facing burnout and congregations suffering from internal divisions, there is a need for Christian resources that present concrete problem-solving techniques for handling conflict in the church. This book offers practical skills and...

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What do Bill Gates, King Solomon, Abraham, and Lincoln have in common? They're all excellent examples of how leaders under pressure manage to succeed. Former Pittsburgh seminary president Sam Calian outlines seven keys to effective leadership under ...

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This timely new leadership guide for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is written for church officers who are looking for a deepened relationship with God. Joan Gray challenges elders and deacons to see themselves as spiritual leaders and equips them...

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This beautiful Certificate of Ordination for deacons is downloadable and printable. It measures 8 1/2" x11" horizontal and is suitable for framing. The PDF contains form fields for easy entry of information with the standard font used by your versio...

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This beautiful Certificate of Installation for deacons is downloadable and printable. It measures 8 1/2" x11" horizontal and is suitable for framing. The PDF contains form fields for easy entry of information with the standard font used by your vers...

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