Governance and Ministry has become an indispensable resource for ministers and congregations looking for information on successful leadership models. The book summarizes research on governance from the nonprofit sector and translates it into a church setting for clergy and lay leaders. This edition is updated and revised throughout.
Governance and Ministry is an indispensable guide for church and synagogue leaders. The second edition has been revised throughout, including new chapters on congregation size, governance change, policy writing, and the lay-clergy relationship. It includes a unified example of a board policy book and guidance to help any church or synagogue improve its governance structure.