Reactionaries are good reality-show contestants, but bad ministry leaders.
Roger Parrott is president of Belhaven University in Jackson, Mississippi.
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Reactionaries are good reality-show contestants, but bad ministry leaders.
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Christian leaders should make decisions from the perspective of forever. Like Jesus did.
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Build a culture of transparency while keeping confidences.
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No matter where God calls you, act as if it is the only future God has entrusted to you.
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Lewis & Clark were celebrated, but few followed. Daniel Boone was not celebrated, but many followed.
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Vacation is over. Let's fold renewal more regularly into our life of work.
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Jesus’ full humanity means (gulp!) we leaders can imitate him.
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How leaders should (not) communicate in a crisis.
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The second of two posts on how sin, selfishness, or stupidity make leaders want to shield new ideas from the light of day. And what to do about it.
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The first of two posts on how sin, selfishness, or stupidity make leaders want to shield new ideas from the light of day. And what to do about it.
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We need both grace and law to handle difficult situations with employees.
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We have asked leaders to perform the quick turnaround rather than in-depth transformation. But a rising generation of leaders is dedicated to seeking another way.
Lilly Endowment Inc. invites eligible charitable organizations to submit concept papers for its Serving Neighbors Through Congregational Collaborations Initiative. The initiative supports efforts to help Christian congregations and local charitable organizations build relationships, identify community priorities, and design lasting collaborations that improve life for individuals and families. Projects might address housing instability, youth opportunities, parks and outdoor recreation, mental health, or other locally identified needs.
Approximately 60 charitable organizations with promising concept papers may receive planning grants of up to $50,000. Those selected may then apply for implementation grants of up to $5 million to carry out their programs.
Concept papers are due by January 19, 2027. Learn more about the guidelines for submitting concept papers at the Serving Neighbors webpage. The Endowment will also host virtual information sessions on November 2 and November 3.
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