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Vocation

Lead with your life 

Posted on January 13, 2025 by Emily Lund

The question, “What good work can I do with the rest of my life?” animated the late president’s years.

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A different kind of power

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Emily Lund

Power is not a dirty word. The question is what kind of power you choose.

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In search of a mentor

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Emily Lund

Faithful ministry resides at the intersection of knowledge and wisdom. Mentorship bridges the two.

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Faithful reinvention

Posted on November 25, 2024 by Emily Lund

Reinvention is essential, especially for a long-term pastorate.

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A pastor’s pastor

Posted on November 18, 2024 by Emily Lund

A conversation with Dr. Gary Simpson about the work of pastoring: listening to God and helping others listen.

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As you love yourself

Posted on October 21, 2024 by Emily Lund

Modeling self-care is a gift for your entire congregation

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Don’t forget to slow down

Posted on July 29, 2024 by Emily Lund

Are you fruitful? Or just busy?

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The courage to be humble

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Emily Lund

Knowing how to practice the virtue of humility starts with understanding what humility is.

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Managing pastoral transitions

Posted on June 10, 2024 by Emily Lund

Starting in a new ministry role is hard work. Set yourself up to do it well.

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Beyond spiritual gifts

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Emily Lund

We need both God-given gifts and well-developed skills to flourish and make an impact.

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When Women Lead the Flock

by Ann Svennungsen For over 30 years I have thought about the pioneering role of women as leaders. It began in 1972 when I lost to a boy in the vote for student body president of my high school in Shelby,…

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