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6. Conclusion
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Complete this lesson by sharing these final thoughts
Now that you have completed this course, identify the action items you want to make personally and together as a board.
Anything else? Share it here:
Proposed Changes | Author | Created Date |
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1. Commit to regularly attending Bible study. 2. Commit to personal daily devotions. 3. Commit to personally visiting members in my assigned zone of responsibility. 4. Preparing one or more devotions that I can use in my home visits. 5. (If not the chairperson) Commit to preparing any reports for my board and sending them to the chairperson at the time requested. 6. (If the chairperson) Commit to requesting reports well ahead of meetings, preparing, and sending in advance the agenda, minutes, and all reports to those responsible for attending the meeting. 1. Commit at least 30 minutes per meeting for studying the Word together as a board. 2. Commit at least 15 minutes per meeting for prayer together as a board. Each board person will pray for someone in his/her zone. 3. Commit to praying for our pastor(s) in his(their) presence during board meetings. 4. Commit to reviewing all reports between meetings so that our time together can be better spent discussing and making decisions. 5. Commit to organizing our board so that every member is visited regularly every year. 6. Commit as a board to getting together one Sunday evening per month for calling to make appointments for home visits to members. PLUS: | nathanielcnash@gmail.com | 07/19/2024 |
I just made a pastoral visit to an elderly lady at our church who has been having heart issues and surgeries. She's been a bit discouraged by the whole situation. She is a believer, but she's been going through a tough time. When I came into her house, her sister was there to help her out. So I spent a few minutes talking to both of them and getting to know her sister from out of state. We talked about family and politics, since the RNC has been going on. I then mentioned that I should get going soon, and asked if I could share a brief devotion. I read her 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:9. I then shared some of my own reflections on those verses. That despite all we're going through, we shouldn't loose heart, because as 4:16 says, "Though our outer-self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day." And vs 17 says, "this light and momentary affliction is preparing us for an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison." I encouraged her to keep her eyes on Jesus as she goes through these trials and difficulties. Ultimately he will wipe away every tear in heaven, and we will be with Him forever as he takes away all sickness, death, and suffering. That will be greater than anything we experience, and completely worth it all. After I shared, and she made a few comments. A few tears were shed. I offered to pray for her. So I asked the Lord to encourage and strengthen her in the middle of her health issues. Then I ended, said my goodbyes, and left. | nathanielcnash@gmail.com | 07/19/2024 |
My senior pastor and elders. | nathanielcnash@gmail.com | 07/19/2024 |
The Word of Christ is to be spoken to one another and provide that accountability. | nathanielcnash@gmail.com | 07/19/2024 |
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November 15, 2023 at 2:57:54 AM
November 15, 2023 at 2:57:16 AM
1.Commit to regularly attending Bible study.
2.Commit to personal daily devotions.
3.Commit to personally visiting members in my assigned zone of responsibility.
4.Preparing one or more devotions that I can use in my home visits.
5.(If not the chairperson) Commit to preparing any reports for my board and sending them to the chairperson at the time requested.
6.(If the chairperson) Commit to requesting reports well ahead of meetings, preparing, and sending in advance the agenda, minutes, and all reports to those responsible for attending the meeting.
3.Commit to praying for our pastor(s) in his(their) presence during board meetings.
5.Commit to organizing our board so that every member is visited regularly every year.
7.Commit to regular performance reviews for our pastor(s), prioritizing listing things that he does well, identifying one or two areas for improvement, and together developing a continuing education plan supported by the congregation.
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2.Commit to personal daily devotions.
3.Commit to personally visiting members in my assigned zone of responsibility.
4.Preparing one or more devotions that I can use in my home visits.
5.(If not the chairperson) Commit to preparing any reports for my board and sending them to the chairperson at the time requested.
6.(If the chairperson) Commit to requesting reports well ahead of meetings, preparing, and sending in advance the agenda, minutes, and all reports to those responsible for attending the meeting.
3.Commit to praying for our pastor(s) in his(their) presence during board meetings.
5.Commit to organizing our board so that every member is visited regularly every year.
7.Commit to regular performance reviews for our pastor(s), prioritizing listing things that he does well, identifying one or two areas for improvement, and together developing a continuing education plan supported by the congregation.
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PLUS:
October 28, 2023 at 5:07:32 PM
Read Gen 41
Pray for faith in God even during times when we feel forgotten.
Joseph was thrown into jail for something he didn't do. He was not glorified but God was glorified. Joseph was left in jail for several years, and he was not glorified but God was glorified. He was forgotten by the cup bearer whom he helped and Joseph was not glorified but God was glorified. Joseph was brought into Pharos court and though Joseph could have grasped at glory gave it all to God. We were not made to be glorified, that only belongs to God.
God can be glorified at all times even when we are being humiliated.
October 28, 2023 at 5:05:37 PM
1.Commit to regularly attending Bible study.
2.Commit to personal daily devotions.
3.Commit to personally visiting members in my assigned zone of responsibility.
4.Preparing one or more devotions that I can use in my home visits.
5.(If not the chairperson) Commit to preparing any reports for my board and sending them to the chairperson at the time requested.
1.Commit at least 30 minutes per meeting for studying the Word together as a board.
2.Commit at least 15 minutes per meeting for prayer together as a board. Each board person will pray for someone in his/her zone.
3.Commit to praying for our pastor(s) in his(their) presence during board meetings.
4.Commit to reviewing all reports between meetings so that our time together can be better spent discussing and making decisions.
5.Commit to organizing our board so that every member is visited regularly every year.
PLUS: I would also recommend that the board look for quarterly "social" gatherings. Befriending one another can prove to aid in the desire for unity and joy in the ministry.
2.Commit to personal daily devotions.
3.Commit to personally visiting members in my assigned zone of responsibility.
4.Preparing one or more devotions that I can use in my home visits.
5.(If not the chairperson) Commit to preparing any reports for my board and sending them to the chairperson at the time requested.
1.Commit at least 30 minutes per meeting for studying the Word together as a board.
2.Commit at least 15 minutes per meeting for prayer together as a board. Each board person will pray for someone in his/her zone.
3.Commit to praying for our pastor(s) in his(their) presence during board meetings.
4.Commit to reviewing all reports between meetings so that our time together can be better spent discussing and making decisions.
5.Commit to organizing our board so that every member is visited regularly every year.
PLUS: I would also recommend that the board look for quarterly "social" gatherings. Befriending one another can prove to aid in the desire for unity and joy in the ministry.
October 25, 2023 at 10:07:05 PM
Philippians 4:4-7: Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness[d] be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Prayer: Lord God in heaven, we thank you that you carry our burdens and long to give us peace. As we look to your Word, we ask that you would guide our thoughts, guard our minds, and encourage us in the faith. Help us to respond to your Spirit and follow in your ways. In the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever, amen.
There are times when it is difficult to rejoice in the Lord. When our lives are filled with sorrow, stress, or anxiety, we can feel that the Lord is distant. The Apostle Paul exhorts the believers in Philippi to rejoice, not just once, but again. He is suggesting that we are always looking for ways to rejoice. If we cannot find something to be thankful for in the moment, we can always be thankful that Christ has died for us and our future is secure. When we spend the time to be thankful, we can find the peace of Christ seeping into our thoughts and our lives. Though our problems may not immediately be removed, we can know that God is trustworthy as the Holy Spirit ushers the assurance of God's love for us. Once we rejoice, we can be honest with the Lord and give our concerns, hurts, and desires to him. Once we realize that God has the best plan for our lives and we submit our petitions to him, the peace of Christ is evident. May we be rejoicing in every moment, trusting the Lord, thus receiving the peace of Christ.
October 25, 2023 at 10:05:05 PM
The Elder Board is responsible for the care and performance of the pastor. The pastor is responsible for the part-time employee. These evaluations are in line with current practice.
October 25, 2023 at 9:49:08 PM
The Elder Board is responsible for the care and performance of the pastor. The pastor is responsible for the part-time employee. These evaluations are in line with current practice.
October 25, 2023 at 9:49:07 PM
The Elder Board is responsible for the care and performance of the pastor. The pastor is responsible for the part-time employee. These evaluations are in line with current practive.
October 25, 2023 at 9:49:00 PM
The Elder Board is responsible for the care and performance of the pastor. The pastor is responsible for the part-time employee. These evaluations are in line with current practive.
October 25, 2023 at 9:48:59 PM
We are to have a relationship that is vulnerable and supportive. We ought to be thankful for one another and exhort one another with the words of Christ, namely the forgiveness of sins. Additionally, Jesus prayed that we would be one in John 17 and when we support one another we are fulfilling that prayer.
October 25, 2023 at 9:46:31 PM
We are to have a relationship that is vulnerable and supportive. We ought to be thankful for one another and exhort one another with the words of Christ, namely the forgiveness of sins. Additionally, Jesus prayed that we would be one in John 17 and when we support one another we are fulfilling that prayer.
October 25, 2023 at 9:46:31 PM
Simply picking up the phone and asking. Taking an interest in the church leader and their families is important. It is also essential that the church member see the pastor and church leaders as people, part of the body of Christ.
October 25, 2023 at 9:44:53 PM
Simply picking up the phone and asking. Taking an interest in the church leader and their families is important. It is also essential that the church member see the pastor and church leaders as people, part of the body of Christ.
October 25, 2023 at 9:44:52 PM
The board members and church members. These are the people who should provide care. Each member of the church works together to build one another up in love.
October 25, 2023 at 9:43:30 PM
The board members and church members. These are the people who should provide care. Each member of the church works together to build one another up in love.
October 25, 2023 at 9:43:29 PM
Spiritual: They can pray for their pastors and encourage the pastor to take time for personal prayer and devotion.; Church Responsibilities: Ask the pastor what they can do to help.; Family: Support the pastor's family by including them in activities. If the pastor has children, offering babysitting so they can go on a date with their spouse.; Physical: Encourage physical activity and healthy living by giving a gym membership or golf membership to the pastor. Also, telling the pastor how important their health is for the church.; Mental: Make sure the pastor or church worker is genuinely cared for. Affirm that they are doing a good job. Encourage them by helping in stressful times. Make sure pastors are taking time off.; Social: Invite your pastor to dinner, golfing ,fishing, ball games, family gatherings, etc....; Financial: Provide for their needs. Too often pastors are paid a considerable amount below the church members.
October 25, 2023 at 9:42:47 PM
Church members should understand the importance of taking care of their pastors and church workers. Paying them well and providing their needs is important.
October 25, 2023 at 9:37:59 PM
Church members should understand the importance of taking care of their pastors and church workers. Paying them well and providing their needs is important.
October 25, 2023 at 9:37:59 PM
The Apostle Paul was shown care for his physical needs.
October 25, 2023 at 9:36:45 PM
Progress
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