At the crossroads
Devotional thoughts from the 144th session of the General Board shared by Dr. David Wright.
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Modern Technology & Ancient Faith
Ever wonder if there is a way to harness this moment in history and the technological advancements available to us for Kingdom good? Today’s discipleship webinar will explore “Modern Technology & Ancient Faith.”
Empathy
Empathy is an important leadership skill for pastors.
Overcoming 5 Barriers to Listening
Have you noticed how many people want not just to be told they’ve been heard, but actually to feel listened to?
Five Bible Reading Mistakes with Verses on Money
Reading and understanding the Bible well is a skill that every follower of Jesus should pursue.
Knowledge, Skills, and Character
“The program itself feels like a much more realistic evaluation of somebody’s ability to be a pastor or a leader in ministry,” Prutsman offered.
Sabbaticals in the Real World
Clergy have been under an intense season of ministry. Sabbaticals are one way to combat burnout and promote renewal. But how do you go about planning one, and prepping your congregation? Let’s talk about it.
Offering a Good Confession
Confession is the act of acknowledging and admitting to an offense.
Humility: A Foundational Pastoral Virtue
In today’s leadership culture, pastors are often coached about principles for helping them to be more efficient and effective in their ministry work.
Because I said so
What one irritating parental directive teaches us about faith.
Anxiety in the Pew
We live in a world that is increasingly complex. Many pastors and leaders are hearing from congregants that they feel anxious and afraid of the future. Join us as we talk about “Anxiety in the Pew.”
Todos aprendemos de maneras diferentes
¿Cómo estamos haciendo un inventario de los dones y talentos de nuestra gente? ¿Asumimos que todos aprendemos de la misma manera? Comparto algunos procesos de pensamiento y métodos de acción que podemos tomar para ser más intencionales.
We all learn differently
How are we taking inventory of our people’s gifts and talents? Are we assuming we all learn the same way?
Protect your Heart
Metaphorically, the heart is considered the seat of emotions, desires, and character. Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) states “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”
Chaplain’s Corner- Chaplain Bill Wickham
Intellectually Stimulating Podcasts
With the advent of the podcast has come vast new opportunities for individual learning and growth.
Managing Your Negative Emotions
Managing Your Negative Emotions While most church leaders prefer to avoid negative emotions such as distress, fear, anxiety, etc., all church leaders will experience a variety of negative emotions at some point. Negative emotions are our survival brain’s early warning...
TWC… “As It Is In Heaven” Cohort – Session 7: Conversation with District Superintendents (Fall 2021)
During this session, we will be touching on all the topics from the prompts in the article “The Wesleyan Church… as it is in Heaven” with two District Superintendents.
TWC… “As It Is In Heaven” Cohort – Session 6: Public Square (Fall 2021)
Join us to engage with some leading practitioners who have and are putting into action this topic of Public Square in several contexts as they share best practices, challenges, and a great opportunity to engage all people
The New Discipleship App
Do you have the new Wesleyan Discipleship app? Join us for our November discipleship conversation with app designer, Rev. Corey Seales, and Rev. Megan Koch, major content contributor. Learn about the functions and capabilities of this new tool.
Five Conclusions about Money to Pastors from Paul
This month, we’ll examine five conclusions from the life and teaching of Paul especially as relates to pastors.
Seeking Children’s Illustrator
WPH seeks to secure the services of a freelance illustrator for a children’s book on the topic of multiethnicity.
TWC… “As It Is In Heaven” Cohort – Session 5: Practicing Unity (Fall 2021)
Join us to engage with some leading practitioners who have and are putting into action this topic of Practicing Unity in several contexts as they share best practices, challenges, and a great opportunity to engage all people
TWC… “As It Is In Heaven” Cohort – Session 4: Purposeful Narrative (Fall 2021)
Join us to engage with some leading practitioners who have and are putting into action this topic of Purposeful Narrative in several contexts as they share best practices, challenges, and a great opportunity to engage all people
