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Empowering congregational leadership transformation.
If you're interested in the shifting dynamics of church leadership, "The Lay-Driven Church" might resonate with you. It explores the notion of empowering congregation members to take on leadership roles, encouraging a more active and engaged community. This book could offer valuable insights into creating a more collaborative and inclusive church environment.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780830719280
Authors:
Melvin J. Steinbron
Publisher: Regal Books
Date of Publication: 1997-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.29
(rated by 14 readers)
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Laypeople are not lazy, they just need purpose, motivation, and direction, says Melvin Steinbron. He tells church leaders how to make their ministry more effective by getting more of the congregation involved in the work of the church.
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Empowering congregational leadership transformation.
If you're interested in the shifting dynamics of church leadership, "The Lay-Driven Church" might resonate with you. It explores the notion of empowering congregation members to take on leadership roles, encouraging a more active and engaged community. This book could offer valuable insights into creating a more collaborative and inclusive church environment.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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