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"A guide for applying the best of business insight for church leadership In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership explores the issues involved in bringing secular leadership knowledge into the world of church leadership. Most church leaders in large churches are entrepreneurial, well-educated, and keenly aware of the general leadership literature, but they don't always know the best ways to apply those insights in leading their churches. In this new book, church consultant and pastor Mike Bonem exploreshow leaders can discern the value of business practices and allow time and space for God to speak to their hearts. Explores how church leaders can use strategic planning and other business skills to further their mission Written by an expert in congregational leadership, Mike Bonem has an MBA from Harvard Business School Helps leaders think more productively about issues such as financial management, strategic planning, systems thinking, growth with a combination of business acumen and spiritual wisdom Bonem shows church leaders exactly how to make, evaluate, and use secular knowledge"--
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Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ—not the marketplace—at the center of their mission? Drawing on biblical material and business wisdom, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership explores the critical leadership decisions and practices that shape the success of Christian organizations. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with over forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and international ministries. Mike Bonem leverages his background as an MBA-trained manager and an experienced church leader to bridge the gap between the analytical and structured world of business and the faith-driven approach that is essential for healthy churches. Written to offer practical solutions for senior pastors, executive pastors, key laypeople, and leaders of other Christian entities, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership clearly shows the ways that secular practices can be imported into their organizations. Bonem addresses a variety of topics such as planning, finances, personnel management, measurement, team dynamics, and organizational change. In doing so, he points to the AND that every spiritual organization should strive to achieve.
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