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Book SynopsisMany churches today find themselves in frequent transition, whether due to the changing culture, the struggles of mainline churches, or the changing nature of mission. Interim Ministry in Action helps guide churches and their leadership through these times of change. The book will guide readers step-by-step through the process of how and why to decide to call an interim minister, the process for deciding what’s next, and more. Each chapter concludes with exercises for readers, search committees, or boards to illustrate key themes and help them determine the best path forward.
Trade ReviewWhen a pastor departs after a short or long tenure, a unique season of possibilities opens up for a congregation. Based on his own extensive experience in leading congregations through the interim season and educating transitional pastors, Norman Bendroth offers insight and inspiration for navigating those possibilities from the best of current wisdom. -- David R. Sawyer, Flourishing Church Consulting and Coaching; retired professor of ministry, Louisville Presbyterian Seminary; author of Pathmarks to New Church: A Workbook for Leaders of Communities in Search of Innovation
This marvelous resource reaches deeply into the actual practice of transition ministry and delineates the What, the How, the When, and especially the Why in a marvelously accessible manner. This work will be of enormous benefit to lay and ordained leaders and their congregations for many years to come. -- John F. Keydel, Jr, professional transition specialist
I recommend that all ministers of the Gospel, especially interim ministers, as well as lay leaders and Church search consultants, have this tool in his or her repertoire. This book will beautifully guide churches and their leadership step-by-step through the transition process. It will also help ministers to know what to say and when to say it during the transition. I wish Interim Ministry in Action had been available five years ago when I started my ministry as Director of Transition Ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. -- Jean Baptiste Ntagengwa, Director of Transition Ministry, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts
