The Elder's Handbook, Paperback

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Serving your church as an elder is an important task, but it can seem daunting. Whether you're a first-timer or have years of experience, The Elder's Handbook (a revised and updated version of Guiding God's People in a Changing World) will help you carry out your ministry with compassion, grace, and effectiveness. In this book you'll learn how to minister sensitively to your parishioners, including those who are ill, grieving, or in trouble, how to work with your church council and consistory, how to make home visits comfortable and meaningful, how to deal with conflict effectively, and much more