George, Denise.

What pastors wish church members knew : understanding the needs, fears, and challenges of church leaders today / Denise George. - Grand Rapids, Mich. : Zondervan, c2009. - 172 p. ; 23 cm.

Companion to: What women wish pastors knew. Published in association with the literary agency of WordServe Literary Group.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 167-172).

Introduction -- Section I: Your pastor's personal life -- I'm not superman -- My spiritual life sometimes suffers -- Ministry has taken a toll on me -- My spouse and children need your grace and lov? -- I just wish I could support my family -- Section II: Your pastor and the church -- This bi-vocational thing isn't easy -- If you knew how frustrating ministry can be -- Sometimes I'm overwhelmed with anxiety -- You're difficult now and then -- Section III: Your pastor and the world community -- I want our church to be in the world, not of it -- Preaching to you is the hardest thing I do -- I'm concerned about evangelism -- Conclusion: Your pastor's calling -- There's a reason I' still here.

9780310283959 (hardcover : alk. paper) 0310283957 (hardcover : alk. paper)

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Clergy.
Pastoral theology.
Christian leadership.

BV660.3 / .G46 2009

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