Lifelong Learning

Contents

IN FOCUS: A Matter of the Heart
Pastor John Wimberly describes the unexpected gifts of his unique and diverse path of learning, and how he won his congregation’s support for his continuing education endeavors

A Journey with One’s Peers
Freelance journalist Marlis McCollum reports on promising research and experimentation in ministerial continuing education

Partnership Possibilities
Alban consultant Terry Foland explores how collaboration with a pastor-parish relations committee can be the key to selecting the best continuing education program

Life After Seminary Begins in High School
Carol Lytch, Presbyterian minister and a sociologist of religion, illustrates how providing programs designed to allow youth to explore theology, issues of the public good, and vocational possibilities can provide valuable preparation for pastoral ministry.

The Moveable Feast
Pastor K.C. Ptomey describes how an ongoing continuing education program has transformed his preaching and provided him with a profound sense of community

One-on-One
Alban senior consultant Alice Mann explores how coaching differs from consulting and spiritual direction, and the circumstances under which it can be the best continuing education option for ministers

Coaching and Spirituality
Rector Mark Beckwith shares how coaching helped him shift his ministerial role from manager to vision bearer and the focus of his prayer life from atonement to redemption

FEATURES

Stopping: The Gift of Sabbath
Presbyterian minister Lynne Baab, author of Sabbath Keeping and Beating Burnout, offers sage advice about the power of honoring Sabbath to grant us gratitude and grace

COLUMNS

THE LEADING EDGE
Alban president Jim Wind calls our attention to the oft-unseen contributions of board members through the life and legacy of the late Dottie Yingling

ASK ALBAN
Alban senior consultant Dan Hotchkiss explores the pros and cons of hiring church members as staff

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