The Calling of Congregational Leadership
Being, Knowing, Doing Ministry
by Larry L. McSwain
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Pub Date May 30 2013 | Archive Date Feb 18 2014
Description
Leading is a calling from God, but that doesn't mean it is easy. The
good news is that others have gone before you. Rooted in research, The Calling of Congregational Leadership
teaches a practical, holistic approach to leading congregations.
McSwain shows you how to use your church's potential for conveying the
power of God in the lives you touch. The Calling of Congregational
Leadership is for those who seek to increase their understanding of
leadership to make their communities of faith more vital and more
reflective of the mission of God in the world.
Part of the Columbia Partnership Leadership Series
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
LARRY L. MCSWAIN is a church consultant and minister coach with the Center for Congregational Health in Winston Salem, N.C., and the Center for Teaching Churches at the McAfee School of Theology of Mercer University, where he served as professor of leadership, associate dean for Doctor of Ministry studies, and held the Watkins Christian Foundation Chair of Ministry. He is author of numerous books, articles, and research studies on the topics of ministry, leadership, and the church.
Part of the Columbia Partnership Leadership Series
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
LARRY L. MCSWAIN is a church consultant and minister coach with the Center for Congregational Health in Winston Salem, N.C., and the Center for Teaching Churches at the McAfee School of Theology of Mercer University, where he served as professor of leadership, associate dean for Doctor of Ministry studies, and held the Watkins Christian Foundation Chair of Ministry. He is author of numerous books, articles, and research studies on the topics of ministry, leadership, and the church.
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Advance Praise
“This is a dramatically different kind of church leadership book—one that offers an
integrated perspective. Educator Larry McSwain draws from his coaching and consulting
experience as well as from current social science research, yet remains grounded in
solid theology and scripture. While summarizing the best of organizational theories and
leadership models, the author zeroes in on applications most helpful to congregations.
The broad range of topics covered means that pastors and lay leaders will rely on this as a
reference book for years to come.”
■ Cynthia Woolever, author of Leadership That Fits Your Church
“Larry McSwain has compiled a rich sourcebook for leaders, ministers, and
congregational participants.… You will use this book over and over as you seek to lead,
collaborate, and minister in your particular setting. This is not a roadmap, but a tool box
for ministry that enables you to be more intentional, know more deeply, and do more
strategically as you enrich your community of faith.”
■ Bo Prosser, Coordinator for Missional Congregations, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship
“The work of the kingdom of God needs your very best efforts. Whether you are beginning
your ministerial journey, a few years in, at a midpoint reassessment, reaching your full
potential, or thinking about finishing well, use this book to remind yourself of those key
aspects of being centered on God’s leading in your ministry and the practical things you
need to be reminded of on a daily basis.”
■ George W. Bullard, Jr., General Secretary, North American Baptist Fellowship of the Baptist World Alliance
integrated perspective. Educator Larry McSwain draws from his coaching and consulting
experience as well as from current social science research, yet remains grounded in
solid theology and scripture. While summarizing the best of organizational theories and
leadership models, the author zeroes in on applications most helpful to congregations.
The broad range of topics covered means that pastors and lay leaders will rely on this as a
reference book for years to come.”
■ Cynthia Woolever, author of Leadership That Fits Your Church
“Larry McSwain has compiled a rich sourcebook for leaders, ministers, and
congregational participants.… You will use this book over and over as you seek to lead,
collaborate, and minister in your particular setting. This is not a roadmap, but a tool box
for ministry that enables you to be more intentional, know more deeply, and do more
strategically as you enrich your community of faith.”
■ Bo Prosser, Coordinator for Missional Congregations, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship
“The work of the kingdom of God needs your very best efforts. Whether you are beginning
your ministerial journey, a few years in, at a midpoint reassessment, reaching your full
potential, or thinking about finishing well, use this book to remind yourself of those key
aspects of being centered on God’s leading in your ministry and the practical things you
need to be reminded of on a daily basis.”
■ George W. Bullard, Jr., General Secretary, North American Baptist Fellowship of the Baptist World Alliance
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780827205314 |
| PRICE | $24.99 (USD) |
