How do you help spiritually apathetic people? This post discusses some of the mistakes pastors make when caring for those who display a lack of emotion or concern about spiritual issues and activities. But before jumping into the list of mistakes, let’s take a moment to make sure you haven’t mistaken a member’s behavior for apathy when in fact it’s something else. … [Read more...]
Strategic pastoral care
Pastoral care doesn’t have to be reactive. This week’s Care Issue looks at ways pastors can strategically care for their sheep. Hear why Dr. Larry Crabb says we shouldn’t try to fix hurting people. Learn how to recruit effective care ministry leaders and how to correct common small-group leader mistakes. Plus, find out how to evaluate whether your pastoral care is helpful and … [Read more...]
Don’t try to fix people
When you put people into care ministry responsibilities (leading a care ministry group or providing one-on-one support), many of them are apprehensive that they won’t know what to say when caring for hurting people. In many ways that’s a good thing. You don’t want to empower people who overestimate their care ministry gifting and skills. A lot of people in your congregation can … [Read more...]
Are your small group leaders making these 6 mistakes?
Batman and Robin, Bo and Luke Duke, Bert and Ernie, pastors and home group leaders … Okay, that analogy fell apart—fast. But the point is that in many churches, pastors and home group leaders share care ministry responsibilities. Home group leaders coordinate care for members and notify their pastors when a member’s needs require additional pastoral care. But sometimes … [Read more...]
Helping parents of rebellious teens
Parents of rebellious teens. Some don’t know what to do. They wonder, Should I call the police? Others don’t know how to feel. They think, Do I love my child anymore? This week’s Care Issue focuses on preparing you to offer wise counsel to parents and guardians in these trying situations. Plus, do you know people who are about to take in a rebellious teen? If so, this week’s … [Read more...]
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