I want to be like them
Kerry Robinson, who was formed in the world of Catholic philanthropy and inspired from childhood by modern-day saints, now leads a remarkable effort to assist and strengthen the Catholic Church in the United States.
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Abandoning mastery
A new teacher learns that vocation is not something to claim, but rather something to grow into.
Unemployed, underemployed and overemployed
Although she is officially unemployed, Denise Frame Harlan juggles work as a writer, teacher, tour guide, nanny, fiber artist -- and a mother. Each of her jobs brings her joy, but not much money.
Congregational concierge
Pastors need to fight the impulse to fulfill congregants’ unrealistic expectations. In order to do that, they must understand that they are players in a number of powerful systems that reward such behavior, writes Nelson Granade.
Charles Hambrick-Stowe: Vocation in flesh and blood
How do a petroleum engineer, an ophthalmologist, a teacher and an electrician see their work as Christian ministry?
John Ed Mathison: Vision from the leader and the whole
Having a “Joel Committee” is one way to make sure the leader is listening and the people are helping create the organization's vision.
Nurturing gifts and talents in your organization
For churches seeking to engage in community ministry, it’s vital to get people out of the pews and into the community. Consultant Joy Skjegstad offers some ideas for leaders who seek to mobilize people by identifying their gifts and passions and offering opportunities to use those gifts.
Don Flow: How do you live faithfully?
The owner of a major automobile sales company describes how he integrates Christian faith into his business practices while respecting others’ beliefs.
Gradye Parsons: A more vital faith
There will be a “leveling out” in the future as the emphasis shifts from clergy, buildings and the white middle class to a more empowered lay leadership, a variety of venues and a more expansive view of “who God has called to be God’s people,” says the stated clerk of the PC(USA).
Repairing the garden
The Center for Faith & Work is the “cultural renewal arm” of Manhattan’s Redeemer Presbyterian Church. Its goal: to equip, connect and mobilize members to transform the workplace and the world.