The Ministry Answer Book for Pastors: Almost Everything You Need to Know to Lead a Church

Practical guidance on more than fifty aspects of everyday church ministry life No amount of education can prepare a pastor for a so-called "typical" day of ministry. Pastors are teachers, counselors, evangelists, and cheerleaders. They are a shoulder to cry on and a listening ear. They're advisors and janitors. Sometimes all in a 24-hour period. And somewhere in the midst of all that, there's a sermon to prepare. Where is a busy pastor to turn for help when a new situation or problem arises? The Ministry Answer Book for Pastors is your quick-reference guide to (almost) everything you need to know to lead your church, including - decision-making - starting and leaving a ministry - weddings and funerals - hospital visitation - outreach training - budgeting - working with a church board - holding effective meetings - recruiting and delegating - staff development - discipleship - and much more Organized in an easy-to-navigate Q&A format, this invaluable resource from trusted church consultant and author Gary L. McIntosh is destined to be your well-worn, dog-eared, go-to guide when you run into an unforeseen or unfamiliar problem.