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7. The Significance of Attitude

Posted on February 15, 2008 by Dr. Larry Perkins

When you are seeking additional people to serve as part of the church board, what aspect should receive most attention – skill, experience, character or attitude? Certainly Paul warns us not to ask a novice in the faith or someone … (read the rest)

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5. The Challenge of Sustainability

Posted on November 16, 2007 by Dr. Larry Perkins

At our recent "Best Practices for Church Boards Workshop" held in Langley, one of the groups attending had also participated in the first workshop we presented two and half years ago. What was remarkable to note was that none of … (read the rest)

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3. The Spiritual Ministry of the Chairperson

Posted on August 10, 2007 by Dr. Larry Perkins

Referee? Dictator? Coordinator? Coach? Parent? The role of the chairperson in a church board gets stereotyped in many unfortunate and misleading ways. Perceptions of this role will significantly affect how people act when appointed and how individuals respond to a … (read the rest)

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1. The Delicate Dance of Congregational Governance

Posted on November 6, 2006 by Dr. Larry Perkins

Congregational forms of church governance can be quite dysfunctional when it comes to discerning the will of God. The solution for some is to change from a congregational governance structure to a much more centralized and efficient decision-making system. However, … (read the rest)

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