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Winter 2004: Pastorable Moments

Volume 25
Winter

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In this Issue
Burden Bearing
The price of pastoring that we weren't ready for
Facing the Self-Sufficient
How do you pastor someone who doesn't see a need for God?
How to Run a Great Staff Meeting
The best practices of ministry include keeping the key people in touch.
Immersion Experiences
Planned, dramatic settings provide the catalyst for change.
It's OK to Preach Repentance
In fact, that's what preaching is all about.
Pastor Good Sam
Can a purposeful church leader stop long enough to personally help individuals along the road?
REVIEWS: 3 books to change your church
The Porpoise-Driven Church
What on earth (or sea) is your church here for?
Time-Release Reconciliation
After our fight, Doug and his wife left the church. So why do I, and they, still care?
Vision Leaks
Vision Leaks
How do you keep the church's passion for ministry from deflating?
Waiting for the Bombs
Waiting for the Bombs
How a young pastor braced his people in the fear-filled days before London's Blitz.
Holy Tension
Creating and seizing opportunities for spiritual transformation.
New Rites of Passage
Finding and celebrating significant life moments.
Times When Ministry Is Welcome
Signs that the time is right.
I Love Hospital Visitation—Sort Of
It's sad, routine, and sometimes very sweet.
The Not-So-Gay Lifestyle
Pastoral care for homosexuals who want out.
Got a Moment, Pastor?
Do you approve the minutes of the meetings God arranges for you?
The Age/Attendance Paradox
Those most open to the gospel are least likely to visit church.
Wired, Wired World
Making ministry a little E-asier.
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