Category Archives: Board Chair

153. What is a church board ultimately responsible for? The Dangers of a “vision-vacuum.”

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Dr. Larry Perkins

Traditionally navigators complete their work successfully because they accessed a “fixed point” or map to guide their journey. Governance work mimics navigation precisely in this way. Governing board members know what the mission of the charity is and pursue its … (read the rest)

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152. Church board “Sweet Talk” and Leadership Dynamics

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Dr. Larry Perkins

“Wonderful sermon, pastor!” “Great financial report, Bob!” “Loved those worship songs, Jennifer!” “Fantastic job in leading that youth event, Stephanie!” The accolades flow fulsomely within the congregational network and among church board members — but how much of it true? … (read the rest)

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151. Book Review #10: “Serving as a Board Member” by John Pellowe (CCCC 2012).

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Dr. Larry Perkins

In “Serving as a Board Member” John Pellowe, executive director of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities offers “practical guidance for directors of Christian ministries” with a particular concern for the Canadian reality. His presentation is divided into three segments: … (read the rest)

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150. Carver’s Approach to Board Governance and Church Board Engagement.

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Dr. Larry Perkins

One of the criticisms I hear about Carver’s model of board governance is that it may, if applied inappropriately, distance the board from the operations of the agency and lead some board members to neglect their duty of care and … (read the rest)

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149. Board Insularity — A Detriment to Mission Advancement

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Dr. Larry Perkins

When was the last time your church board displayed any interest in how other church boards or not-for-profit charity boards operated? Does your church board have the attitude that they know how to do things and need no external “interference” … (read the rest)

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