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125. The Linkage Between Good Governance and Resources.
Congregations have several unique elements as non-profit charities. Their dependence upon one source of income presents perhaps one of their most challenging characteristics. It is true that some congregations may have endowments or may operate some ministry programs which generate … (read the rest)
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Tagged congregational generosity and good governance, good governance and congregational resources
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124: Fostering “Value Creation” through Good Governance.
The ability of a non-profit church board to ensure that all the activities engaged by the staff and volunteers are adding “value” to the community is a most daunting and often frustrating task. The chairperson works diligently to ensure good … (read the rest)
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Tagged leading church boards in value creation, value creation by church boards
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123. Pros and Cons of “Staggered” Church Board Membership.
In many ways the ability of a church board chairperson to fulfill specific responsibilities on behalf of the board depends upon the quality and competence of the individual board members. Chairmanship is a “team sport” in many respects. Whether you … (read the rest)
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Tagged church board member terms, length of board member terms
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122. The “Stockholm Syndrome” in Church Board — Managament Interactions.
Frank McKenna speaking at The Directors’ Roundtable (Ottawa: The Conference Board of Canada, 1999) said he “has seen ‘the Stockholm Syndrome’ on some boards, where board members become so enamoured with the position, the corporation, the perks, and the management, … (read the rest)
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Tagged Church Board and Management Relations, Church Board and Staff Interaction
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121: Top Five Issues For Chairs of Church Boards
Two years have passed since I began this website. People are accessing it from many different countries. I trust you have found it useful from time to time. I invite you to use the question/comment option on the website to … (read the rest)
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Tagged Common questions from Church Board Chairs, Five persistent challenges for church board chairs
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