September 2008 Newsletter

Pastoral Excellence and Christian Worship

Pastoral excellence occurs in many locations and settings, but the most significant place, John Witvliet reminds us, is in worship.

Tell Me a Story

It’s the oldest question in the world, one of the first ones we ask as children: “Please, will you tell me a story?” The Rev. Bill Lamar on the importance of storytelling.

Notes on Communication:
Strategies for Addressing Conflict in Congregations

Whenever congregations are in conflict, it’s almost certain that communication issues are at the root of the problem.  W. Craig Gilliam offers strategies for addressing conflict through communications.