Overdorf, Ministering to Your Minister

Daniel Overdorf, Ministering to Your Minister. HeartSpring / College Press Publishing, 2008.

LifeandLeadership.com Summary

This volume, written Johnson University Professor, Dr. Daniel Overdorf, provides a very practical guide for congregations who love their ministers and want to do everything they can to “share in all good things” with them. He says, “I wish every minister could receive as much blessing as my family and I received from churches and church leaders. Many have, but sadly, many others have not.” (11) He then develops eight affirmations churches should repeat frequently and act on consistently to support their ministers: “We love you,” “We stand behind you,” “We respect you,” “We value your ministry,” “We seek your best,” “We seek your family’s best,” “To our incoming ministers: We welcome you,” and “To our outgoing ministers: We thank you.” This book is full of warm insight and practical ideas on how churches may secure a more productive ministry from their staff. Several side-bars and idea boxes are placed throughout. Highly recommended.

From the Publisher

Ministers serve countless hours, helping and encouraging others. Often, however, they themselves are neglected when it comes to encouragement and support. This book describes eight affirmations that people within the congregation should repeat frequently and act on consistently to support and encourage their ministry staff. By the time you reach the last page of this delightful book, you will be better equipped and highly motivated to minister to your ministers.

About the Author

Daniel Overdorf is the Assistant Professor of Preaching and Pastoral Ministries at Johnson University, Knoxville, Tennessee.

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