Managing the Congregation: Building Effective Systems to Serve People

by Norman Shawchuck

Book Overview

The third volume of Shawchuck and Heuser's trilogy, this title will focus on the relationships and processes common to the religious congregation. The emphasis will be on the identification and maximization of effective processes within church structures. Key Features: Detailed analysis of the congregation as a network of systems and relationships; Explores four areas of potential transformation for the congregation: mission, spiritual formation,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0687088984
• ISBN13: 9780687088980
• Release Date: March 1996
• Publisher: Abingdon Press
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

One of the Best Ever for Congregations

I read a ton of books concerning congregational leadership and management. All of the books I have read on this topic, this one is the best. It was recommended by Everett Huffard. I read this book for research into the dissertation I am writing. This book is one of the best for an eldership, a deacon, and a minister. It will help with any ministry or congregation. The material is excellent and well developed. There is so much great stuff that it is difficult to wrap it all up. All I can say is "read the book." There is another title in this series called "leading the congregation." Anyway, for one of the best books for understanding and leading and helping a congregation to grow in number and in influence, this is the title to purchase.

A Systems Perspective on Ministry

All of the prevailing management theories are built around systems theory. Shawchuck does an excellent job of helping us understand ministry through a systems perspective. The book is spiritually sensitive and practically helpful.