Help We Just Lost Our Pastor - 9780911802924

{"id":13103843723,"title":"Pastor's Service Manual - ESV - 9780911802610","handle":"pastors-service-manual-esv-9780911802610","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This complete reference tool for pastors comes in a handy 6 x 9 - 3 ring binder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual helps pastors give shape and language to the many kinds of services they're called upon to officiate. New material has been added to this edition. Options and ideas for many different kinds of services are included: General worship service resources, Baptism, Communion, Concert of Prayer, A solemn assembly, Holidays, Ordination, Commissioning of a missionary, Installation of a pastor or lay leaders, Reception of new members, Groundbreaking, Laying of a cornerstone, Dedication of a church building or ministry tools, Burning of a mortgage, Celebration of a church anniversary, The wedding service, Renewal of wedding vows, Dedication of children, Dedication of a home, Family holidays and special occasions, The funeral service, Anointing the sick, Ministering to the sick, Ministering to the bereaved, and Pastoral records. General sections also contain ideas for more specific situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more from Pr. Lee at his website www.leeeclov.com\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-23T18:54:49-05:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T18:54:39-05:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"PASTORAL","tags":["NextStep Publishing"],"price":2500,"price_min":2500,"price_max":2500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":2995,"compare_at_price_min":2995,"compare_at_price_max":2995,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":61951600331,"title":"* \/ Lee Eclov","option1":"*","option2":"Lee Eclov","option3":null,"sku":"9780911802610","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Pastor's Service Manual - ESV - 9780911802610 - * \/ Lee Eclov","public_title":"* \/ Lee Eclov","options":["*","Lee Eclov"],"price":2500,"weight":544,"compare_at_price":2995,"inventory_quantity":-47,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780911802610"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371_e0ca8836-2e71-4cc0-b923-1083262044ba.jpg?v=1508802889"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371_e0ca8836-2e71-4cc0-b923-1083262044ba.jpg?v=1508802889","options":["Subtitle","Author"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":528801890382,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.69,"height":300,"width":207,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371_e0ca8836-2e71-4cc0-b923-1083262044ba.jpg?v=1569011535"},"aspect_ratio":0.69,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371_e0ca8836-2e71-4cc0-b923-1083262044ba.jpg?v=1569011535","width":207}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This complete reference tool for pastors comes in a handy 6 x 9 - 3 ring binder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual helps pastors give shape and language to the many kinds of services they're called upon to officiate. New material has been added to this edition. Options and ideas for many different kinds of services are included: General worship service resources, Baptism, Communion, Concert of Prayer, A solemn assembly, Holidays, Ordination, Commissioning of a missionary, Installation of a pastor or lay leaders, Reception of new members, Groundbreaking, Laying of a cornerstone, Dedication of a church building or ministry tools, Burning of a mortgage, Celebration of a church anniversary, The wedding service, Renewal of wedding vows, Dedication of children, Dedication of a home, Family holidays and special occasions, The funeral service, Anointing the sick, Ministering to the sick, Ministering to the bereaved, and Pastoral records. General sections also contain ideas for more specific situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more from Pr. Lee at his website www.leeeclov.com\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":13101958795,"title":"Pastor's Service Manual NIV - 911802002","handle":"pastors-service-manual-niv-911802002","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This complete reference tool for pastors comes in a handy 6 x 9 - 3 ring binder. \u003cbr\u003e This manual helps pastors give shape and language to the many kinds of services they're called upon to officiate. New material has been added to this edition. Options and ideas for many different kinds of services are included: General worship service resources, Baptism, Communion, Concert of Prayer, A solemn assembly, Holidays, Ordination, Commissioning of a missionary, Installation of a pastor or lay leaders, Reception of new members, Groundbreaking, Laying of a cornerstone, Dedication of a church building or ministry tools, Burning of a mortgage, Celebration of a church anniversary, The wedding service, Renewal of wedding vows, Dedication of children, Dedication of a home, Family holidays and special occasions, The funeral service, Anointing the sick, Ministering to the sick, Ministering to the bereaved, and Pastoral records. General sections also contain ideas for more specific situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more from Pr. Lee at his website www.leeeclov.com\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-23T17:11:56-05:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T17:11:47-05:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"PASTORAL","tags":["NextStep Publishing"],"price":2500,"price_min":2500,"price_max":2500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":2995,"compare_at_price_min":2995,"compare_at_price_max":2995,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":61951866891,"title":"* \/ Lee Eclov","option1":"*","option2":"Lee Eclov","option3":null,"sku":"911802002","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Pastor's Service Manual NIV - 911802002 - * \/ Lee Eclov","public_title":"* \/ Lee Eclov","options":["*","Lee Eclov"],"price":2500,"weight":544,"compare_at_price":2995,"inventory_quantity":32,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"911802002"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371.jpg?v=1508796717"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371.jpg?v=1508796717","options":["Subtitle","Author"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":528794550350,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.69,"height":300,"width":207,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371.jpg?v=1569011533"},"aspect_ratio":0.69,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/f306b6695ebd4b982f6327363b4ed371.jpg?v=1569011533","width":207}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This complete reference tool for pastors comes in a handy 6 x 9 - 3 ring binder. \u003cbr\u003e This manual helps pastors give shape and language to the many kinds of services they're called upon to officiate. New material has been added to this edition. Options and ideas for many different kinds of services are included: General worship service resources, Baptism, Communion, Concert of Prayer, A solemn assembly, Holidays, Ordination, Commissioning of a missionary, Installation of a pastor or lay leaders, Reception of new members, Groundbreaking, Laying of a cornerstone, Dedication of a church building or ministry tools, Burning of a mortgage, Celebration of a church anniversary, The wedding service, Renewal of wedding vows, Dedication of children, Dedication of a home, Family holidays and special occasions, The funeral service, Anointing the sick, Ministering to the sick, Ministering to the bereaved, and Pastoral records. General sections also contain ideas for more specific situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more from Pr. Lee at his website www.leeeclov.com\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":2342224461902,"title":"Little Seeds of Hope - 9780911802108","handle":"little-seeds-of-hope-9780911802108","description":"If you are someone who would not call yourself a Christian, but you are curious about Jesus and need encouragement, then this book is for you. If you are a burnt-out Christian whose heart has been broken and are tired of putting on the “My Life is Perfect” mask, then this book is for you. Maybe you’ve been friends with Jesus a long time but need a new perspective, to hear a fresh voice, then this book is for you as well.\n\u003cp\u003e“I wanted people to know that no one has it all together and that they are not alone in their pain,” writes Belyea. “Being a pastor’s wife and worship leader doesn’t mean I have to put on a phony mask of perfection. I will NOT be ashamed of the places where God has rebuilt and restored my life. I am a work in progress. He is making me beautiful and He ALWAYS finishes what He starts.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e About the Author: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaria Belyea is a pastor’s wife, mother of two, worship leader, Registered Nurse, Licensed Minister of the Gospel with the Evangelical Free Church of America, and an “Encouragement Ninja.” In her early forties, Maria had a mid-life revival. She went back to college, finished her bachelor’s degree in English, made a commitment to get healthy and lost over 100 pounds. Her ultimate goal is to write books that spread faith, hope, and love. “Little Seeds of Hope: 100 Days of Encouragement” is the first installment of that dream.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-11-21T12:37:03-06:00","created_at":"2018-11-21T12:39:02-06:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"CHRISTIAN LIVING","tags":["SALE"],"price":1000,"price_min":1000,"price_max":1000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1200,"compare_at_price_min":1200,"compare_at_price_max":1200,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21117365944398,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780911802108","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Little Seeds of Hope - 9780911802108","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":1000,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":1200,"inventory_quantity":204,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780911802108"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/Little_Seed_FRONT_COVER_final.jpg?v=1542826074"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/Little_Seed_FRONT_COVER_final.jpg?v=1542826074","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":841154592846,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.676,"height":2775,"width":1875,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/Little_Seed_FRONT_COVER_final.jpg?v=1569090722"},"aspect_ratio":0.676,"height":2775,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/Little_Seed_FRONT_COVER_final.jpg?v=1569090722","width":1875}],"content":"If you are someone who would not call yourself a Christian, but you are curious about Jesus and need encouragement, then this book is for you. If you are a burnt-out Christian whose heart has been broken and are tired of putting on the “My Life is Perfect” mask, then this book is for you. Maybe you’ve been friends with Jesus a long time but need a new perspective, to hear a fresh voice, then this book is for you as well.\n\u003cp\u003e“I wanted people to know that no one has it all together and that they are not alone in their pain,” writes Belyea. “Being a pastor’s wife and worship leader doesn’t mean I have to put on a phony mask of perfection. I will NOT be ashamed of the places where God has rebuilt and restored my life. I am a work in progress. He is making me beautiful and He ALWAYS finishes what He starts.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e About the Author: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaria Belyea is a pastor’s wife, mother of two, worship leader, Registered Nurse, Licensed Minister of the Gospel with the Evangelical Free Church of America, and an “Encouragement Ninja.” In her early forties, Maria had a mid-life revival. She went back to college, finished her bachelor’s degree in English, made a commitment to get healthy and lost over 100 pounds. Her ultimate goal is to write books that spread faith, hope, and love. “Little Seeds of Hope: 100 Days of Encouragement” is the first installment of that dream.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":3967128600654,"title":"Disciplemaking - Helping Local Churches Understand What Disciples Are and How To Make Them","handle":"disciplemaking-helping-local-churches-understand-what-disciples-are-and-how-to-make-them","description":"\u003cp\u003eBy John Kimball, with Gayle Buford\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps the biggest issues facing local churches today is the lack of biblical Disciplemaking. We’ve become imparters of information rather than fomenters\u003cbr\u003eof transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very endof the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20 NIV) The Great Commission: Jesus’s last instructions to his disciples as recorded by Matthew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisciplemaking is a process, not an event. Disciplemaking is a commandment given by virtue of the one who has “all authority in heaven and on earth.” If we are to fulfill The Great Commission, we must obey everything He has commanded. In order to obey, we must understand. This book is intended to help believers do that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJOHN R. KIMBALL is the planter and lead pastor of Palmwood Church in Oviedo, Florida. He has been in pastoral ministry for over 30 years, serving in local, regional and national roles. He is the Director of Church Development\u003cbr\u003efor the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (St. Paul, MN), and is on staff as a trainer, coach and consultant with the Praxis Center for Church Development (Manchester, NH). John and his wife, Kathryn, love living in Central FL.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-07-15T10:41:54-05:00","created_at":"2019-07-15T10:49:46-05:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"Paperback","tags":[],"price":1000,"price_min":1000,"price_max":1000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1200,"compare_at_price_min":1200,"compare_at_price_max":1200,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":29468860940366,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780911802702","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Disciplemaking - Helping Local Churches Understand What Disciples Are and How To Make Them","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":1000,"weight":454,"compare_at_price":1200,"inventory_quantity":83,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"9780911802702"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/DiscipleMaking.jpg?v=1564151824"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/DiscipleMaking.jpg?v=1564151824","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":1335532650574,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.714,"height":420,"width":300,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/DiscipleMaking.jpg?v=1569189110"},"aspect_ratio":0.714,"height":420,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/DiscipleMaking.jpg?v=1569189110","width":300}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eBy John Kimball, with Gayle Buford\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps the biggest issues facing local churches today is the lack of biblical Disciplemaking. We’ve become imparters of information rather than fomenters\u003cbr\u003eof transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very endof the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20 NIV) The Great Commission: Jesus’s last instructions to his disciples as recorded by Matthew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisciplemaking is a process, not an event. Disciplemaking is a commandment given by virtue of the one who has “all authority in heaven and on earth.” If we are to fulfill The Great Commission, we must obey everything He has commanded. In order to obey, we must understand. This book is intended to help believers do that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJOHN R. KIMBALL is the planter and lead pastor of Palmwood Church in Oviedo, Florida. He has been in pastoral ministry for over 30 years, serving in local, regional and national roles. He is the Director of Church Development\u003cbr\u003efor the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (St. Paul, MN), and is on staff as a trainer, coach and consultant with the Praxis Center for Church Development (Manchester, NH). John and his wife, Kathryn, love living in Central FL.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":13103903947,"title":"Appearing Before the Council - 9780911802955","handle":"appearing-before-the-council-9780911802955","description":"\u003cp\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B009PFMAD6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHERE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for Kindle Verson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Guide for Effective Pastoral Evaluations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEndorsements for \u003ci\u003eAppearing Before the Council:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"As a pastor, I dreaded evaluation. Too often it missed the mark and failed to help my ministry. Using a simple narrative, Steve Musser unveils four distinct approaches to pastoral evaluation that are filled with great insight and practical guidelines. This book should become must-reading for any board seeking to make pastoral evaluation more effective.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Dr. Kevin E. Richardson, Executive Director, Eastern Regional Conference, Churches of God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Dr. Musser addresses an explosive subject with the sensitivity, clarity and practicality that only someone who has been on both sides of an evaluation can write about!! \u003cbr\u003e I highly recommend it to every Pastor and Church Board!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Dr. Anthony Balsamo, Senior Pastor, Integrity Christian Fellowship Church, Yaphank, Long Island, NY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Steve Musser has done a huge service to the church by providing an evaluation approach that is principled and adaptable. I think every church should buy this book and work to implement this evaluation process.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Pastor John Nesbitt, Executive Pastor, West Shore Evangelical Free Church, Mechanicsburg, PA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Steven Musser\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-23T18:58:25-05:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T18:58:15-05:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"PASTORAL","tags":["EFCA Authors"],"price":1000,"price_min":1000,"price_max":1000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1000,"compare_at_price_min":1000,"compare_at_price_max":1000,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":61951592843,"title":"A Guide for Effective Pastoral Evaluations \/ Steven Musser","option1":"A Guide for Effective Pastoral Evaluations","option2":"Steven Musser","option3":null,"sku":"9780911802955","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Appearing Before the Council - 9780911802955 - A Guide for Effective Pastoral Evaluations \/ Steven Musser","public_title":"A Guide for Effective Pastoral Evaluations \/ Steven Musser","options":["A Guide for Effective Pastoral Evaluations","Steven Musser"],"price":1000,"weight":198,"compare_at_price":1000,"inventory_quantity":-1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780911802955"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/fdf58eb48e7c8bed1c100b097285a56a.jpg?v=1508803105"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/fdf58eb48e7c8bed1c100b097285a56a.jpg?v=1508803105","options":["Subtitle","Author"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":528802742350,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.639,"height":313,"width":200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/fdf58eb48e7c8bed1c100b097285a56a.jpg?v=1569011535"},"aspect_ratio":0.639,"height":313,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/fdf58eb48e7c8bed1c100b097285a56a.jpg?v=1569011535","width":200}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B009PFMAD6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHERE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for Kindle Verson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Guide for Effective Pastoral Evaluations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEndorsements for \u003ci\u003eAppearing Before the Council:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"As a pastor, I dreaded evaluation. Too often it missed the mark and failed to help my ministry. Using a simple narrative, Steve Musser unveils four distinct approaches to pastoral evaluation that are filled with great insight and practical guidelines. This book should become must-reading for any board seeking to make pastoral evaluation more effective.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e - Dr. Kevin E. 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{"id":13103897931,"title":"Redevelopment - 9780911802917","handle":"redevelopment-9780911802917","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nWho this book is for\r\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nIt's for pastors who are thinking about transitional ministry\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nMany pastors are curious about what it would be like to do transitional ministry. Some of you have acquired a great deal of knowledge, skill and wisdom through many years of serving as a solo pastor (the only pastor of a small church), a senior or lead pastor, an associate pastor or a youth pastor. If you're looking for something easier, this book is not for you. If you're looking for an adventure then this book and the ministry it describes is worth your consideration. This book won't give you all the training you need but it will tell you what you need to study and what skills you may need to develop. \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nIt's for transitional pastors\r\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nSome of you are already doing a great job in the ministry of helping churches survive and thrive during their transitions between long-term pastors. You may call yourself an interim pastor, an intentional interim pastor, restoration pastor or a transitional pastor. (I will have more to say about the confusing terminology of this profession later in the book.) As a professional who strives for excellence, you're always interested in improving your skills and increasing your effectiveness. If you're serving as a traditional transitional pastor - providing good teaching and loving shepherding care but not very involved in changing the churches that you serve - this book will definitely help you take your ministry to the next level: that of the redevelopment transitional pastor. \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nIt's for lay leaders\r\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n Some of you are interested in finding out what a transitional pastor might be able to bring to your congregation. You might want to go right to chapter one and learn about the value of these unique ministers of the gospel. Transitional pastors are increasingly being recommended by denominational leaders who know how much good they can do in churches. This book (and especially chapter one) will help you understand why. \r\n\r\n\u003ci\u003e\r\n\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nBuy this book and keep it on your desk if you are a transitional pastor. Brian Thorstad has hit another home run for the growing network of transitional pastors. This wonderful addition to the church revitalization and church health community has so many key resources added to the appendix that everything you will need is included. If you are a pastor, denominational leader, or layperson within the church you will find this book highly beneficial. I foresee this resource becoming the quintessential work on preparing the transitional pastor to lead a church, which just lost its pastor, towards renewed vitality, refocused vision, and restored gospel witness to the community it has been called to reach for the sake of the gospel. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n Tom Cheyney,\u003cbr\u003e Executive Director of Missions, Greater Orlando Baptist Association, Author of Thirty Eight Church Revitalization Models for the Twenty-First Century, Founder and Directional Leader, Renovate National Church Revitalization Conference \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-23T18:57:55-05:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T18:57:45-05:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"PASTORAL","tags":["NextStep Publishing"],"price":1500,"price_min":1500,"price_max":1500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1500,"compare_at_price_min":1500,"compare_at_price_max":1500,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":61951594763,"title":"Transitional Pastoring That Transforms Churches \/ Brian A. 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Some of you have acquired a great deal of knowledge, skill and wisdom through many years of serving as a solo pastor (the only pastor of a small church), a senior or lead pastor, an associate pastor or a youth pastor. If you're looking for something easier, this book is not for you. If you're looking for an adventure then this book and the ministry it describes is worth your consideration. This book won't give you all the training you need but it will tell you what you need to study and what skills you may need to develop. \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nIt's for transitional pastors\r\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nSome of you are already doing a great job in the ministry of helping churches survive and thrive during their transitions between long-term pastors. You may call yourself an interim pastor, an intentional interim pastor, restoration pastor or a transitional pastor. (I will have more to say about the confusing terminology of this profession later in the book.) As a professional who strives for excellence, you're always interested in improving your skills and increasing your effectiveness. If you're serving as a traditional transitional pastor - providing good teaching and loving shepherding care but not very involved in changing the churches that you serve - this book will definitely help you take your ministry to the next level: that of the redevelopment transitional pastor. \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nIt's for lay leaders\r\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n Some of you are interested in finding out what a transitional pastor might be able to bring to your congregation. You might want to go right to chapter one and learn about the value of these unique ministers of the gospel. Transitional pastors are increasingly being recommended by denominational leaders who know how much good they can do in churches. This book (and especially chapter one) will help you understand why. \r\n\r\n\u003ci\u003e\r\n\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nBuy this book and keep it on your desk if you are a transitional pastor. Brian Thorstad has hit another home run for the growing network of transitional pastors. This wonderful addition to the church revitalization and church health community has so many key resources added to the appendix that everything you will need is included. If you are a pastor, denominational leader, or layperson within the church you will find this book highly beneficial. I foresee this resource becoming the quintessential work on preparing the transitional pastor to lead a church, which just lost its pastor, towards renewed vitality, refocused vision, and restored gospel witness to the community it has been called to reach for the sake of the gospel. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n Tom Cheyney,\u003cbr\u003e Executive Director of Missions, Greater Orlando Baptist Association, Author of Thirty Eight Church Revitalization Models for the Twenty-First Century, Founder and Directional Leader, Renovate National Church Revitalization Conference \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":13103886155,"title":"Sheltered By Jesus - 9780911802863","handle":"sheltered-by-jesus-9780911802863","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\nWhat can the church do to about the problem of homelessness? Can a single church really make a difference when there are so many in need? Sheltered by Jesus shares the story of how one pastor, struck with a vision to serve the least, motivated his church to make a lasting difference in their Central Maine community. The journey to being the hands and feet of Jesus was not without significant struggle, but over the years the shelter has shown the love of Christ to hundreds upon hundreds of residents and volunteers, and with a new family shelter in development, thousands more lives will be touched. An inspiring story with humble beginnings, Pastor Richard Berry shows that complete dependence on Jesus and a heart to serve no matter the cost can make a disproportionate eternal impact for the Kingdom of God as men and women in need find their true shelter in Jesus. \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003e About the Author\r\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nRichard Berry is the Sr. Pastor of Trinity Evangelical Free Church and the Skowhegan Miracle Homeless Shelter in Skowhegan, ME. Richard has over 30 years in ministry and holds Ordinations with the EFCA and the ABC.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nFor more information about Richard Berry and his ministry to www.shelterbyjesus.org\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-23T18:57:11-05:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T18:57:01-05:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"CHRISTIAN LIVING","tags":["NextStep Publishing"],"price":1000,"price_min":1000,"price_max":1000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1200,"compare_at_price_min":1200,"compare_at_price_max":1200,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":61951595851,"title":"A Voice for the Homeless \/ Richard Berry","option1":"A Voice for the Homeless","option2":"Richard Berry","option3":null,"sku":"9780911802863","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Sheltered By Jesus - 9780911802863 - A Voice for the Homeless \/ Richard Berry","public_title":"A Voice for the Homeless \/ Richard Berry","options":["A Voice for the Homeless","Richard Berry"],"price":1000,"weight":363,"compare_at_price":1200,"inventory_quantity":47,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780911802863"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/5a0f6a440694e7e97f139585c6d7d524.jpg?v=1508803031"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/5a0f6a440694e7e97f139585c6d7d524.jpg?v=1508803031","options":["Subtitle","Author"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":528802611278,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.673,"height":297,"width":200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/5a0f6a440694e7e97f139585c6d7d524.jpg?v=1569011535"},"aspect_ratio":0.673,"height":297,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/5a0f6a440694e7e97f139585c6d7d524.jpg?v=1569011535","width":200}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\r\nWhat can the church do to about the problem of homelessness? Can a single church really make a difference when there are so many in need? Sheltered by Jesus shares the story of how one pastor, struck with a vision to serve the least, motivated his church to make a lasting difference in their Central Maine community. The journey to being the hands and feet of Jesus was not without significant struggle, but over the years the shelter has shown the love of Christ to hundreds upon hundreds of residents and volunteers, and with a new family shelter in development, thousands more lives will be touched. An inspiring story with humble beginnings, Pastor Richard Berry shows that complete dependence on Jesus and a heart to serve no matter the cost can make a disproportionate eternal impact for the Kingdom of God as men and women in need find their true shelter in Jesus. \r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cb\u003e About the Author\r\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nRichard Berry is the Sr. Pastor of Trinity Evangelical Free Church and the Skowhegan Miracle Homeless Shelter in Skowhegan, ME. Richard has over 30 years in ministry and holds Ordinations with the EFCA and the ABC.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\nFor more information about Richard Berry and his ministry to www.shelterbyjesus.org\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":13103868043,"title":"Five Stones - 9780911802818","handle":"five-stones-9780911802818","description":"\r\nIf you want to journey through life actively engaged in following Jesus rather than just learning the facts about Him and attending religious services then we invite you to join us in learning and living The Five Stones. This book is a guide to an everyday way of life in Christ that begins in the hearts and homes of those who desire to follow Jesus. \r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.the5stones.org\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFor more information \u003cb\u003eclick here\u003c\/b\u003e to visit the author's web site. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\u003ci\u003e\"Foye Belyea and Samuel Huggard have provided readers with a fresh, insightful, \r\nreadable, and practical guide to help Christ-followers move toward a life of\r\nkingdom faithfulness. The Five Stones will encourage transformative and \r\nChrist-centered discipleship, as well as the strengthening of churches, small \r\ngroups, individuals and families. I am pleased to recommend this fine book.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003e-David S. Dockery, President\u003c\/b\u003e\r\nTrinity International University\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\u003ci\u003e\"This is a refreshing, challenging, highly practical book that will be very helpful in showing people how to live in the presence of Jesus each day.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Wayne Grudem, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e - Research Professor of Theology \u0026amp; Biblical Studies \r\nPhoenix Seminary, Phoenix, Arizona\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ci\u003e\"There is a lot of discussion today among church leaders about the importance of making disciples. What's missing are actual practitioners-people who are living a lifestyle of disciple making. What I love about this book is that it is not offering theory but rather practices that actually work. Implement the insights from this book and watch the impact of your life significantly increase.\"\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\r\n \u003cb\u003eAlan Kraft,\u003c\/b\u003e Author of More: \u003ci\u003eWhen a Little Bit of the Spirit is Not Enough\u003c\/i\u003e, and pastor of Christ Community Church, Greely Colorado.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\"Whether developing a new church plant or revitalizing an existing congregation, the non-negotiable key is always making disciples. Discipleship is a buzzword today in many Christian circles, but too often it is equated more with providing information than fostering transformation. Five Stones is an incredible tool to both explain and lead people through truly transformative discipleship. I cannot recommend it more highly.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e Dr. John Kimball,\u003c\/b\u003e Director of Church Development for the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\u003ci\u003e\"The world today as well as the church are demanding that the way of Jesus be lived out in and through our lives and not just something we talk about. The Five Stones powerfully and practically addresses what it means to live out the way of Jesus beginning in our own lives, our families and in our churches. Beginning with the scriptures, the authors provide everyday practices that are especially effective for marriages and families, which people in the church today desperately need. I believe this book will help raise up a new generation of Christ-followers and disciplemakers who will transform families, church, communities and the world.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nFritz Dale\u003c\/b\u003e\r\nExecutive Director, Reach National, EFCA\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\"The Five Stones presents a challenge to move beyond knowledge and into practice. The authors desire implementation and not just information. I commend them and share the desire to see a generation live out their faith for God and our nation revived. I encourage you not only to read this book, but to live a life sold out to Jesus.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThomas White, \u003c\/b\u003ePresident, Cedarville University\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\r\n\"People who are serious about doing real discipleship with real people in the real world need to read \"The Five Stones Primer\". Foye and Sam have done an excellent job outlining an approach to discipleship that is both biblical and practical. Their work is clear and insightful, as well as passionate and full of conviction. The Christian life is much more than a set of doctrinal beliefs or an assertion of faith. The Christian life is to be lived. This book inspires and instructs Christians to live that life as Jesus intended.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTodd J. Williams, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e\r\nPresident, Cairn University\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\"The only imperative in Jesus' Great Commission (Mt. 28:19) is to make disciples. This book goes a long way in enabling us to understand the meaning of discipleship as a way of life under God's reign that touches all dimensions of everyday life. With richness of Scripture, suggestions for reflection and daily practices, this is an exceptional tool for personal, small group and church use. I highly recommend it.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nDennis P. Hollinger, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e\r\nPresident \u0026amp; Colman M. 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Implement the insights from this book and watch the impact of your life significantly increase.\"\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\r\n \u003cb\u003eAlan Kraft,\u003c\/b\u003e Author of More: \u003ci\u003eWhen a Little Bit of the Spirit is Not Enough\u003c\/i\u003e, and pastor of Christ Community Church, Greely Colorado.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\"Whether developing a new church plant or revitalizing an existing congregation, the non-negotiable key is always making disciples. Discipleship is a buzzword today in many Christian circles, but too often it is equated more with providing information than fostering transformation. Five Stones is an incredible tool to both explain and lead people through truly transformative discipleship. I cannot recommend it more highly.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e Dr. John Kimball,\u003c\/b\u003e Director of Church Development for the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\u003ci\u003e\"The world today as well as the church are demanding that the way of Jesus be lived out in and through our lives and not just something we talk about. The Five Stones powerfully and practically addresses what it means to live out the way of Jesus beginning in our own lives, our families and in our churches. Beginning with the scriptures, the authors provide everyday practices that are especially effective for marriages and families, which people in the church today desperately need. I believe this book will help raise up a new generation of Christ-followers and disciplemakers who will transform families, church, communities and the world.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nFritz Dale\u003c\/b\u003e\r\nExecutive Director, Reach National, EFCA\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\"The Five Stones presents a challenge to move beyond knowledge and into practice. The authors desire implementation and not just information. I commend them and share the desire to see a generation live out their faith for God and our nation revived. I encourage you not only to read this book, but to live a life sold out to Jesus.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThomas White, \u003c\/b\u003ePresident, Cedarville University\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\r\n\"People who are serious about doing real discipleship with real people in the real world need to read \"The Five Stones Primer\". Foye and Sam have done an excellent job outlining an approach to discipleship that is both biblical and practical. Their work is clear and insightful, as well as passionate and full of conviction. The Christian life is much more than a set of doctrinal beliefs or an assertion of faith. The Christian life is to be lived. This book inspires and instructs Christians to live that life as Jesus intended.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTodd J. Williams, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e\r\nPresident, Cairn University\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\r\n\"The only imperative in Jesus' Great Commission (Mt. 28:19) is to make disciples. This book goes a long way in enabling us to understand the meaning of discipleship as a way of life under God's reign that touches all dimensions of everyday life. With richness of Scripture, suggestions for reflection and daily practices, this is an exceptional tool for personal, small group and church use. I highly recommend it.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\r\nDennis P. Hollinger, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e\r\nPresident \u0026amp; Colman M. Mockler Distinguished Professor of Christian Ethics, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":13103839371,"title":"Heaven Help Our Church - 9780911802542","handle":"heaven-help-our-church-9780911802542","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeaven Help Our Church!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are a member of or have even been a member of a troubled church, or just want to be a force for unity and effectiveness in your congregation, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHeaven Help Our Church!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is just what the doctor ordered. The author gives the reader a large dose of hope, based on the promises of the Bible and his own experiences at leading churches through revitalization. He then provides the reader with a step-by-step guide to surviving and even thriving in what can often be a painful and perplexing situation. The author has \"been there and done that\" and is still smiling and helping troubled churches to get healthy and happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrian A Thornstad\u003c\/b\u003e is greatly helped by his wife Donna in his ministry of redevelopment interim pastoring. The Thorstads have moved nine times in ten years in completing five interm pastorates in three states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00HCMBDP0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHERE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for Kindle Verson.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-23T18:54:35-05:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T18:54:25-05:00","vendor":"NextStep Resources","type":"PASTORAL","tags":["NextStep Publishing"],"price":1200,"price_min":1200,"price_max":1200,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1200,"compare_at_price_min":1200,"compare_at_price_max":1200,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":61951601099,"title":"* \/ *","option1":"*","option2":"*","option3":null,"sku":"9780911802542","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Heaven Help Our Church - 9780911802542 - * \/ *","public_title":"* \/ *","options":["*","*"],"price":1200,"weight":340,"compare_at_price":1200,"inventory_quantity":-4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780911802542"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/9cd1ef8fdd614590be0a6d48024f090b.jpg?v=1508802875"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/9cd1ef8fdd614590be0a6d48024f090b.jpg?v=1508802875","options":["Subtitle","Author"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":528801857614,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.66,"height":303,"width":200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/9cd1ef8fdd614590be0a6d48024f090b.jpg?v=1569011535"},"aspect_ratio":0.66,"height":303,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2110\/3579\/products\/9cd1ef8fdd614590be0a6d48024f090b.jpg?v=1569011535","width":200}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eHeaven Help Our Church!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are a member of or have even been a member of a troubled church, or just want to be a force for unity and effectiveness in your congregation, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHeaven Help Our Church!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is just what the doctor ordered. The author gives the reader a large dose of hope, based on the promises of the Bible and his own experiences at leading churches through revitalization. He then provides the reader with a step-by-step guide to surviving and even thriving in what can often be a painful and perplexing situation. The author has \"been there and done that\" and is still smiling and helping troubled churches to get healthy and happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrian A Thornstad\u003c\/b\u003e is greatly helped by his wife Donna in his ministry of redevelopment interim pastoring. The Thorstads have moved nine times in ten years in completing five interm pastorates in three states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00HCMBDP0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHERE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for Kindle Verson.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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His childlike faith and incredibly close relationship with his \"Daddy,\" are the result of Pastor Berry's willingness to humble himself and ask \"Daddy\"for help in taking care of the \"least of these.\" I am reminded of the words of James, \"... You do not have, because you do not ask God.\" (James 4:2, NIV) The homeless in rural, central Maine are truly sheltered by Jesus, because one man had the faith to simply ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE AUTHOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Berry is the senior pastor of Trinity Evangelical Free Church and director of Skowhegan Miracle Homeless Shelter in Skowhegan, Maine. 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