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Wesleyan pastors participate in webinar on Affordable Care Act
The Wesleyan Church is being proactive in informing churches and clergy on how the Affordable Care Act (ACA) affects them.
Being present in the “stuff” of people’s lives
Even in moments when words aren’t enough, chaplains share the importance of the ministry of presence in “those holy moments when sometimes we don’t have answers but are able to sit with those in need.”
Pacific Southwest Women Clergy Gathering strengthens ministers
The Pacific Southwest District event for women in ministry is designed to encourage and support the pastors through sharing experiences and deepening relationships.
Need more evidence pastoring is not a doomsday profession? Look at The Wesleyan Church
In a blog post for Christianity Today, Ed Stetzer examines the retention rate from 2005-2008 for clergy within The Wesleyan Church.
Serving the shepherd
ECD continues the pursuit of the mission in 2022 through equipping and caring for the shepherds.
Retreat guide provides tips to Reclaim Sabbath
The guide serves as a method to assist pastors and clergy leaders in taking steps to truly reclaim the Sabbath.
More Than Head Knowledge: 3 Things Every Wesleyan Should Know about Higher Education
It’s that time of year to take accounts, assess progress and cast vision for the future. At ECD we asked, “What is the state of Wesleyan Higher Education?” ECD Executive Director Russ Gunsalus shared with us three things every Wesleyan should know...
Healthy, Fit, Effective: New Pastors Orientation 2015
On November 18-19, 2015, Education and Clergy Development hosted its annual New Pastor Orientation at Wesleyan Headquarters in Fishers, IN. The conference reached out to pastors newly ordained or serving in their first appointment in The Wesleyan Church. This year, 23...
Shocking News about Wesleyan Pastor Washout: Wesleyan Clergy Retention Study
Please forgive me for the sensational title but the news about Wesleyan pastoral retention is indeed shocking. If I asked you, “How many pastors washout of ministry in their first five years?”, what would you say, 30…40…50…even 60...
Thrive In 5-Vacations and Your Health
…now is a good time to be intentional and plan for strategic days off leading up to the holidays and then for an extended time away from ministry-work sometime in the new year.
Clergy, the church and mobilizing during COVID-19
As our communities scramble to respond to the novel coronavirus, churches have an opportunity to lead the way in faithful, compassionate service to the sick, needy and those at-risk. This really is a make-or-break time for churches to be load-bearing institutions in...
How the WMDL Institute Affects You: 4 Things You Need to Know
Great churches require great clergy; great clergy require excellent education.
Education and Clergy Development 2021 update
ECD reports spiritual, emotional, relational and financial renewal amid rapid and unrelenting change.
Thrive In 5: Physical – When Being Too Sweet Is Bad
The demand on clergy is taxing. Ministry often demands more than pastors feel they can give. Add in bi-vocational, family needs, and a pandemic, it is easy to understand why a pastor’s personal health suffers.
Thrive Financial Spotlight: Luella Belliveau
“We’re a church who believes in fully supporting our pastor, so when I realized the benefit he could achieve through Thrive, I was on board in helping him achieve that in his own personal life,” reflected Belliveau.
What’s your story?
Women clergy gather at WHWC conference to encourage, deepen their calling.
Michigan
Pastor Retreat Locations Michigan Pastors Retreats – Michigan AlongsideP.O. Box 587, Richland, MI 490836222 East E Avenue, Richland, MI 49083(269) 671-4809Contact Steve Maybee, care coordinator$$$ ♥ Beulah Land Retreats9580 Homestead Rd., Benzonia, MI...
The Gathering: one year out
With The Gathering one year out, start planning your trip now to Orlando, Florida, to this encouraging and inspiring event.
10 ways to keep the pastor you love
“Being a pastor was SO much easier than what I’m doing now,” said NO former pastor ever. Note: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Here are ten tips on how to keep your beloved pastor from leaving.
Georgia
Pastor Retreat Locations Georgia Pastors Retreats – Georgia Disciples of Christ Camp & Conference Center2370 VIneville Ave., Macon, GA 31204(478) 743-8649Contact Terressa Anderson$$ The Father’s Heart Ministry58 Misty Ln, Cleveland, GA 30528 (90 min north...
Financial Resources for Financial Wellbeing
Here are five financial resources utilized by many clergy and other Christians.
Multi-States
Pastor Retreat Locations Multi-States Pastors Retreats – Multi-States A Candle in the WindowMembers enjoy conversational dinners and/or overnight stays free in the homes of other members.Low annual membership fee. Missionaries join for free.2156 Gin House...
