This book shares church leadership for a biblical perspective giving insights about the only two biblical officers--The Pastor & The Deacon

The Journal of the Early Book Society for the Study of Manuscripts and Printing History (JEBS) publishes several substantial articles in each volume with emphasis on the period of transition from manuscript to print. This annual's main focus is on English and Continental works produced from 1350 to 1550. Additionally, JEBS includes brief notes on manuscripts and early printed books, descriptive reviews of recent works in the field, and notes on libraries and collections.

An easy to read teaching on Five-Fold Ministry. Who are you? What is your purpose? Find out about the Elite Force that the Lord has sent to help to perfect the saints of God while here on Earth. We are tired of being tricked and fooled by winds of doctrine, we want to know who we are in God and why he gave us gifts that we are not allowed to use in our ministries. The power of the Five-Fold is a ministry tool that shows the average Saint who they really are in God. Keep an open mind and as you read allow the Holy spirit to guide you as you seek the truth of God's word and his power in sending Five-Fold ministry to the Church. They are for the Perfecting Of The Saints.... You are about to receive information that will catapult you into the next dimension of your ministry. It is time to Shift

The Man of God's Choosing: The Philosophy of the Pulpit Committee is a book designed to offer help those those who make up the pulpit committee of their church. It presents the proper philosophy for those on the committee and offers help and direction in fulfilling its purpose. This book is designed to help a church avoid the many dangers present when a church is between pastors. While it does not contain all the answers, it is designed to be given to those involved and help them take the steps necessary to find the man God has chosen to stand behind the pulpit in their church. Written by a pastor of over thirty years experience, with the layman in mind. If you are on the pulpit committee of your church, this book will be a valuable resource for you.

The book, 8 Powerful Principles to Propel Your Project, is based on two important premises. The first is that the reader has major projects that are beating strongly in their heart, and they are committed to bringing them to fruition throughout their life. It is possible, for various reasons, that some of the readers are in a state of inaction, discouragement, or frustration about their projects. It is my prayer that by reading this book their passion for these projects re-awaken and that they might resume management of these projects and be encouraged to complete them. The second premise is that the realization of any project will not happen automatically or accidentally. In these pages, Rafael Osorio shares, directly, clearly, and concisely, eight principles that will help those who want to propel their project. Knowing and activating these eight principles will certainly help any project come out of the dream stage and advance every day. Each principle tells you that if they are ignored, you will not be able to fulfill your project. No one principle is more important than the other. Rather, the activation of all these principles together will have the effect of fueling and promoting your project. This book is the first of a series of three, where the author intends to share more simple but powerful principles, to promote your projects and achieve your full potential.

The Outcome How To Church Effectivenss Manual is a companion resource for the book Outcome: A Blueprint for Becoming an Effective Church. This manual is used to help train pastors, staff, church leaders, and volunteers in the critical elements that affect the organization of the church. The same principles that affect the success of secular organizations also affect the church. Readers will learn how to deal with each of the critical components that affect the outcome of church ministries. You'll learn practical information from a pastor and expert in leadership and administration, Dr. Tim Passmore, who has experienced the challenges of dealing with the issues of the church. Join him through this church changing experience!

This is a book for emerging leaders. Leaders are individuals who have the calling, character, and competency to influence others to accomplish God's purposes. The essence of leadership in the kingdom of God is influence, not (primarily) position or personal charisma. You don't have to be a full time worker in Christian ministry to be a leader. God is calling out people who are willing to serve him in faithfulness and obedience wherever they make there living or have an opportunity to impact others. This book is targeted for those who are responding to the call of God to influence others for the kingdom. Richard Clinton and Paul Leavenworth are offering this updated and expanded version of Starting Well with the hope that our original vision will be enhanced and enlarged so that another generation of younger emerging leaders will be resourced for developing a firm foundation upon which their life, leadership, and legacy will bring honor to God through faithfulness, focus, fulfillment, and fruitfulness.

The church in America is failing. Essential ground has been lost on every front in an epidemic that has ravaged our country. The battle lines have been drawn, and the call for leaders has resounded. The need is urgent. This book will envision and strengthen rising leaders. Discover what type of person God is looking for and study the lives of His most influential leaders. It also includes a collection of character areas and related Scriptures that are essential for the growth of every Christian. Discussion questions included.

A reference book and guide for spiritual directors, seminary formators, and seminarians that approaches the subject of celibate chastity from a positive perspective, i.e., not focusing primarily on problems in the area of sexuality but setting forth a vision rooted in Catholic Church teaching on celibacy and providing practical suggestions for incorporating this vision into spiritual direction for seminarians.

In this introductory work on Church Leadership, Dr. DeKoven presents keys to effective leadership, which flows from the life of the leader. Godly leaders with a servant's heart are vitally needed in evangelical churches, requiring skills and a sure calling. The leadership skills needed for effective congregational care are described through the various identified roles a Spiritual Leader assumes.

This book describes how discipleship and leadership go hand in hand. That is, its importance individually and corporately.

No church can advance beyond its leaders. When churches develop better leaders, the world can know better churches. Leadership training is a must if we are to develop better leaders for better churches. It is necessary to look again at the biblical information about leaders and to examine what can be done to build good church leaders. To say that church leaders could learn how to lead from midwifes may be a bit unconventional but Developing Church Leaders makes this suggestion. This is only one of the carefully planned and researched materials in this book. This is great read for church leaders and lay workers alike. Dr. James Hinkle has served churches for fifty years, taught ministry course in college and led seminars on leadership throughout the U.S and several continents.

It is imperative in the day and age in which we live, that Christian leaders understand the law as it relates to pastors, churches, and non-profit organizations. Christian Leaders must have an understanding of the laws affecting pastors, and why they are important for church boards and ministers to know. Lantz uses court cases to help define and explain the legal distinction of ministerial status and its implications for pastors and church boards. This brief and concise handbook on Church Law addresses clergy employment contracts, compensation, termination, legal privileges and conditions of ministers, and the legal authority of ministers on behalf of the church. Also, the more common theories of clergy legal liability are examined. The laws of today are more complex than they ever have been, and lawyers are in the business of making "BIG BUCKS." They are able to do this because, unfortunately, many pastors and church leaders are ignorant about the law. There are now more legal problems and lawsuits against churches than in any other era. Therefore, it is imperative that the minister/pastor be aware of legal issues, and potential problems that can come their way if they are not careful in handling church members, non-members and counseling situations, in particular. Church leaders must become aware of the potential legal problems that can result from relationships with parishioners, as well as legal problems with employees. Pastor, beware of the dangers that are lurking in the world of Lawyers, Lawsuits, and the American Legal System. Every Pastor, Full-Time Church Leader, and Christian Minister, needs to purchase a copy of this concise handbook on Church Law.

Whether you are educating your new members or your ministers, this book is a much have for all churches. With the basics of church ettiquette located within every Pastor, Sunday School Teacher and New Members Facilitator will be able to utilize this great source

A scathing review on Amazon.com hit the author's R.J. Neuhaus Duped by the Legion of Christ below the waterline. Hence this second "revised and augmented" vessel. Leaving dry dock the old Neuhaus Duped is launched with a new name, the repaired hull sporting streamlined chronology: inserted late reflections were tidied up and consigned to the stern. A discussion of Pope Benedict XVI's comments on the Legion of Christ Founder provides greater ballast. Maciel's psychology is put under review showing that he was much more than a sexual deviant. And, finally, an excellent essay by Peter Kingsland on Maciel as an abusive leader pulled the chapters together making for a more seaworthy ship. The author's brief correspondence with Richard John Neuhaus took place in 2002 as a reaction to his then famous "Feathers of Scandal" defense of Fr. Marcial Maciel, founder of the Legion of Christ, accused of pedophilia. Fr. Neuhaus demonstrated his willingness to engage in correspondence with an unknown minnow of the Catholic world who dared "question him." He was always civil, respectful, and fair in the fray. His pointed questions made me reflect and he, in turn, reflected on my answers. Those 2002 corazonadas - heartfelt intuitions - regarding the immoral life of the Rev. Marcial Maciel - were borne out by subsequent revelations made by the Legion leadership itself, a Vatican Investigation followed by a Reform Intervention, and finally by the words of His Holiness Benedict XVI. Ever since their 1941 foundation Maciel and the Legion had been "a sign of contradiction" in Mexico, the Vatican, Ireland, the USA and many other countries. From the 1960's through the early 21st century the Legion sailed silently and swiftly to forty countries buoyed by the adulation of conservative Catholics. Even after a Vatican investigation into allegation of pedophilia against Fr. Maciel in 2005 and a subsequent slap on the wrist in 2006, many refused to doubt or question, attributing criticism to ill will, hatred, and even a desire to "destroy the Catholic priesthood and the Church." Not long after Maciel's death Legion leadership out of the blue revealed he had lovers and engendered children. Evidence of a cynically double life destroyed Maciel's image in the eyes of the public much more successfully than his detractors had ever hoped. A second Vatican "visitation" of the institution in 2009 put a further dent in the Legion's armor. Pope Benedict XVI in Light of the World tried to explain the mystery of Maciel to the faithful while saving the Legion he spawned. Did the pope succeed?

True Stories from Real People We all have a story to tell. And that's what this book is about. It's a collection of 35 true stories of forgiveness to inspire and encourage you. These stories come from 33 different people from various walks of life. So, no matter where you are at in your journey of life, we believe you will find hope within the pages of this book. Unshackled and Free Freedom...isn't that what we truly want? To be unshackled and free from whatever holds us back and imprisons us. The good news is freedom is available to each one of us. No matter where you've been or what's happened to you in your life, freedom is available to you through the transforming power of Christ. Join Us on This Journey Come join us in this journey where you'll meet real people with true stories of forgiveness whose lives were forever changed. You'll be inspired, encouraged and then changed as you apply what you're learning to your own life. "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery." Galatians 5:1

This book studies the ways in which St Paul and others spread the gospel, and consequently how churches formed after his missionary work. The premise is that churches follow the declaration of the gospel, the preaching and teaching of how Jesus is the long-awaited Messiah, who became an atonement for humans' sin, and whose resurrection precedes that of his believers who trust him for salvation.

The estimated Hispanic population of the United States was 45.5 million in 2007, making people of Hispanic origin the nation's largest ethnic or race minority. Hispanics constitute 15 percent of the nation's total population. The Latino population in the United States will triple in size, and according to the Census projections, Hispanics will make up 29 percent of the United States population by 2050. This book offers suggestions for training Hispanic leaders who will be involved in ministry in various regions of the United States. The findings of this research project produced information, understanding, and direction that can contribute to the imperative efforts to train emerging leaders for Hispanic groups everywhere. The principles revealed in this study of Hispanic leadership training will prove effective in empowering leaders of other groups in the United States and other countries.

INCREASE your authority INFLUENCE God's way David picked up five smooth stones before meeting with Goliath. Countless teachings amplify the drama of that fateful day, yet it is not necessarily his greatest accomplishment. While it stands out clearly among the host of significant conquests, one victory 'does not a dynasty create'. David lived a life filled with wisdom as well as acts of courage. David's wisdom is the foundation of this book, particularly five gems of exceptional truth and understanding. Extracted from the sentiment of his own heartache and trials are true riches. These are five treasures so profound that they established the golden age of Israel, revered and celebrated to this day. David defines for us a model of leadership that goes far beyond the classic posturing found in contemporary business literature. As economic systems reel under the force of turbulent times and uncertain financial storms, there has never been a greater need of true leadership. Governments and corporations alike have begun to feel that need. The example of David holds a key. His life reveals an insight into the world around us, along with people in it, that is a sure recipe for genuine influence.

This Trilogy is about how God's Word focuses on the Biblical Perspectives of Good and Evil Influences as told in the Old Testament and the New Testament in Spiritual Terminology about Two Evil Women and the Bride of the Living Christ