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What kind of help do you need?

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Is it time for your congregation to ask for help?

MLK still speaks

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

“Letter from a Birmingham Jail” continues to speak to the church

Be humble

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Pastors need not always be the person with the answers

Let it go

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Key questions to ask when considering what to delegate

Find a rhythm for work and rest

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Does the frenetic pace of our work destroy the good we are doing?

Make conflict count

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Church history shows us how great conflicts often spark clarity

Inspired stewardship

Posted on March 3, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Tithing is increasingly prompted by inspiration more than obligation.

Pastoral presence matters

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

The work of ministry has shifted tremendously in the last 50 years. What has not changed is the critical need for authentic pastoral presence

Discern together

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Congregations need to cultivate practices for discerning together.

Good questions help us see better

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Leaders only learn when they have time to reflect on their experience.

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