Foreword, Rick Foss Preface Acknowledgments PART 1: THE LEADER'S PRESENCE Chapter 1: Anxious Souls Chapter 2: The Balancing Act Chapter 3: The Nonanxious Presence PART 2: THE LEADER'S FUNCTIONING Chapter 4: Holy Tissue Chapter 5: Influencing the Emotional Field Chapter 6: The Essential Edge PART 3: THE LEADER'S CHALLENGES Chapter 7: We versus They Chapter 8: Rocking the Emotional Boat Chapter 9: To Challenge or to Survive Postscript: People of the Charm Notes
Peter L. Steinke is an internationally respected congregational systems consultant who has also served as a parish pastor, an eduator, and a therapist for clergy. He is the author of the best-selling books How Your Church Family Works and Healthy Congregations.
This is the book you'll want on your shelf and will want to read carefully and digest if you hope to master a rudimentary understanding of the way family systems theory addresses leadership in a congregation. New England Lutheran Theological Forum Dr. Steinke once again illuminates the path towards healthier, more effective church leadership. He consistently provides deep wisdom that is both relevant and transformative. -- James Boyer, pastoral psychotherapist and organizational consultant A faithful book, full of insight and illustration. -- Rick Foss, Bishop, Eastern North Dakota Synod, ELCA In his first two books, Peter Steinke effectively offered the lens of family systems through which to see congregational life. In this new book, he continues his tradition of wit, clarity, and insight while moving to a new level of depth and artistry. -- W. Craig Gilliam, Director, The Center for Pastoral Effectiveness, The Louisiana Annual Conference of the UMC
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