Resource Chapter: Ch. 6: Leading in Partnership
A congregation’s history and past clergy relationships powerfully shape the experience of clergy transitions.
What makes the board-clergy partnership work well, and what causes it to break down.
The most common leadership mistakes that get ministers into serious trouble.
How clergy can navigate the mid-career challenge of releasing ego-centered ministry.
Whether clergy leaders should openly advocate for specific changes or maintain facilitative neutrality.
Some theological or values conflicts are too fundamental to paper over.
How leaders and board members can respond constructively when a congregational decision does not go their way.
Healthy boundaries between board and staff roles actually enable stronger partnership.