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Leadership development in Christian institutions

The challenges facing Christian institutions today require innovative solutions in all aspects of the work. Senior leaders must cultivate the conditions for the work to flourish, which means nurturing talent across levels and roles. This series from Faith & Leadership will help you navigate the issues of leadership development.

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Pete Gerend: Leaders must live with uncertainty

Today’s leaders have to cope with a changing world, according to “Leading in Context,” a study by Duke Corporate Education. That’s why they need to develop beliefs and mindsets that allow them to respond to shifting environments, says Duke CE’s managing director for North America.

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The future of faith is listening

While national studies can give us a broad picture of religion in the U.S., effective faith leaders must listen to the actual people in their local contexts.

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Mindful mentoring can help develop leaders

Studies show that while mentoring can make a difference, especially for women and people of color, mentoring alone is not enough. A white male administrator shares his ideas about ways leaders can leverage their roles to support and advocate for women and people from marginalized groups.

 

By Todd Maberry Managing director, Ormond Center at Duke Divinity School
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Resource guide for Lent

This guide from the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship includes art, music, devotions, liturgies, books, sermons and other resources to help you plan worship for Lent. 

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