July 2007
Newsletter

Excellence and Prophetic Ministry

Would Amos, Micah, Isaiah, and Jeremiah fit the definition of “excellence in ministry?” Bishop Kenneth L. Carder explores the relationship between excellence and the prophetic.

SPE Spotlight

Mantle of Elijah Prepares Priest Mentors

When the Rev. Marty Nocchi entered the priesthood three years ago, he had something extra to help him up the learning curve:  a mentor specially trained by the Mantle of Elijah Seminar.

Jonah and Pastoral Excellence

UMC Bishop Sally Dyck finds in the hapless prophet Jonah new insight into pastoral excellence.

Getting Our Bearings

More than just good self-care, Sabbath reorients us, says psychologist Arden Mahlberg. It helps us get our bearings, both to the world and to God.

SPE in the News
“St. Francis Center Targets Pastor Burnout”

SPE program at the St. Francis Retreat Center in Dewitt, Mich., featured in The Lansing State Journal