By Ruth Perkins-Lee Our elementary teachers staged a parade and I cried! My children were not surprised, and mostly just ignore me when my emotions leak out through my eyes. These teachers decorated their cars, divided up addresses and meandered through neighborhoods of the students in their school. With windows rolled down, streamers flowing, painted … Continue reading
By Bob Fox For almost thirty years, I was a pastor. During that time, there were always a few things I wanted to say to my church members but did not. I was always reticent for fear that they would sound selfish or might be taken in the wrong way. I always hoped there was … Continue reading
By Ashleigh Bugg For pastors and ministers, especially those just starting their careers, ministry can be a lonely place. “Isolation is a real thing, and it happens everywhere,” said Courtney Stamey, senior pastor of Northside Baptist Church in Clinton, Mississippi. “You can be in Atlanta, Chicago or a very populated place; but you get so stuck in … Continue reading
This is the first of several blog postings over the coming weeks introducing a new CBF resource, Well-Being and Excellence in Ministry—A Practical Resource for Ministers and Caring Congregations. Each day in ministry holds incredible moments for life to be shared together. From the first day until the last there are shared opportunities for ministers … Continue reading
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