So Much Better
How Thousands of Pastors Help Each Other Thrive
by The Sustaining Pastoral Excellence Peer Learning Project
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Pub Date May 15 2013 | Archive Date Oct 09 2013
Description
by Penny Long Marler, D. Bruce Roberts, Janet Maykus, James
Bowers, Larry Dill, Brenda K. Harewood, Richard Hester, Sheila
Kirton-Robbins, Marianne LaBarre, Lis Van Harten, Kelli Walker-Jones
Who understands the stresses of being a pastor better than another
pastor? So Much Better examines the life-changing impact of peer
learning groups for pastors. Going beyond research statistics, at
this book’s heart are the stories of seven peer group models. Also
featured is information about peer group recruitment, leadership,
content, and structure, and practical advice about the cost,
sustainability, and evaluation of peer groups.
So Much Better can change the way you think about and perform
your ministry and lead you to a life that is, indeed, so much better.
Bowers, Larry Dill, Brenda K. Harewood, Richard Hester, Sheila
Kirton-Robbins, Marianne LaBarre, Lis Van Harten, Kelli Walker-Jones
Who understands the stresses of being a pastor better than another
pastor? So Much Better examines the life-changing impact of peer
learning groups for pastors. Going beyond research statistics, at
this book’s heart are the stories of seven peer group models. Also
featured is information about peer group recruitment, leadership,
content, and structure, and practical advice about the cost,
sustainability, and evaluation of peer groups.
So Much Better can change the way you think about and perform
your ministry and lead you to a life that is, indeed, so much better.
A Note From the Publisher
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Advance Praise
“A compelling account of the fruitful ways that covenant friendships,
mutual accountability, and candid communication sustain pastoral
excellence.”
-John D. Witvliet, Calvin College and Calvin Theological Seminary
“So Much Better is a rich storehouse of practical suggestions for forging a ‘more excellent way’ of directed self-learning that promises to engage learners where they are, take them beyond where they envisioned going, and sustain them in surprising ways. The sense of ownership and sheer joy in carrying out a plan attuned to the interests of a group of colleagues is a beautiful thing to watch unfold.”
- Sarah F. Erickson, Columbia Theological Seminary
“This book describes one of the most significant shifts in thinking about continuing education in a generation or more. The authors are helping to transform continuing education from ‘an interesting weekend away’ into a disciplined exercise that is changing the practice of ministry.”
- Stephen Fetter, United Church of Canada
“The research highlights the primacy of covenantal group life and spiritual disciplines of listening, being, and learning that renew and sustain lifelong formation of church leaders. The book offers an inside look at powerful models of peer learning for pastors and holds promise for renewal of congregations.”
- Marilyn Evans, United Theological Seminary
“So Much Better may well prove to be the definitive manual on the subject of peer-to-peer learning and formation groups for clergy.”
- Stephen A. Simmons, Moravian Theological Seminary
-John D. Witvliet, Calvin College and Calvin Theological Seminary
“So Much Better is a rich storehouse of practical suggestions for forging a ‘more excellent way’ of directed self-learning that promises to engage learners where they are, take them beyond where they envisioned going, and sustain them in surprising ways. The sense of ownership and sheer joy in carrying out a plan attuned to the interests of a group of colleagues is a beautiful thing to watch unfold.”
- Sarah F. Erickson, Columbia Theological Seminary
“This book describes one of the most significant shifts in thinking about continuing education in a generation or more. The authors are helping to transform continuing education from ‘an interesting weekend away’ into a disciplined exercise that is changing the practice of ministry.”
- Stephen Fetter, United Church of Canada
“The research highlights the primacy of covenantal group life and spiritual disciplines of listening, being, and learning that renew and sustain lifelong formation of church leaders. The book offers an inside look at powerful models of peer learning for pastors and holds promise for renewal of congregations.”
- Marilyn Evans, United Theological Seminary
“So Much Better may well prove to be the definitive manual on the subject of peer-to-peer learning and formation groups for clergy.”
- Stephen A. Simmons, Moravian Theological Seminary
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780827235243 |
| PRICE | $24.99 (USD) |
