{"product_id":"9780687303496","title":"Pastoral Leadership","description":"This comprehensive problem-solving reference for pastors provides theological foundations and experience-tested techniques for effective clergy leadership. Robert D. Dale offers insight into the dynamics of clergy management by placing leadership into a congregational context and stressing servanthood as the primary biblical leadership image. Following a discussion of the three critical dimensions of organizational effectiveness, Dale explores and critiques the four basic leadership styles: catalyst, commander, encourager, and hermit. Out of this background exploration, Dale discloses decision-making guidelines that have proved effective in helping clergy: resolve conflicts; lead churches through change; define the congregation's dream; budget resources effectively; manage meetings; build teams; and, motivate oneself and others. \u003ci\u003ePastoral Leadership \u003c\/i\u003econcludes with a unique look at the effects of clergy leadership on the pastor as a person, offering valuable insight into clergy spirituality, burnout, family demands, and career development. Notes, a bibliography, and review questions accompany each chapter.","brand":"United Methodist Publishing House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47017808003312,"sku":"9780687303496","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780687303496_p0.jpg?v=1763787250","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780687303496","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}