The Pastor and Sober Humility
A rediscovery of humility is in order, if pastors are to maintain the mental, emotional, and spiritual health that allows them to continue faithfully in the ministry.
Avoiding burnout in ministry
Shortly after being ordained, I found myself completely overwhelmed. Within a year, I was teetering on burnout.
Leading ‘fortissimo’ and other dynamics: A response
Bishops, clergy, and lay leaders need to understand the full range of leadership dynamics in their task as leaders of the Church.
Advice for the weary pastor: Seneca and the Stoics
A commonplace among clergy is that seminary hardly prepares the pastor for all the difficulties and trials found in the crucible of parish life, but a good seminary education at least furnishes an ability to identify the hardships as they come.
Helicopter pastoring
The work of the Church must belong to the body of Christ, which is much, much more than the bodies of the priested.
Pulling rank, quoting canons in Anglican pastoral leadership
"Let me give you a piece of advice," said the man. Wishing he wouldn't, I nevertheless nodded my head.
Pastoral love, pastoral care
Part of the art of pastoral leadership is the abiding sense, firmly planted in the people of God, that their pastor's love for them is there from the start.
The real secrets of successful pastors
Fr. Jonathan Mitchican considers the four secrets of successful pastors.