By Michael Mooney, Ministry Practitioner Let’s face it, there is no fun in correcting people or telling them that they are wrong about something… However, if you are in ministry, or especially a pastor, you are bound to have to do it sometime. Consider the following words of wisdom: “People ask you … Read more
By Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder A minister needs to keep an ever-watchful ere for this varmint known as the “either/or.” Sometimes he is called the either/or fallacy –also referenced as a false dilemma. He is a pest because of the way in which he causes confusion over subjects and choices that might otherwise not be … Read more
By Michael Mooney, Ministry Practitioner The Need for Affiliation is a term that is defined simply as it is labeled, it is the need by people to be associated with something other than themselves. This need is deep in most humans and the choice for affiliation has the potential to build or ruin a person’s … Read more
Ordained Minister’s Online Guide to Mentorship, Pastoring, Personal & Leadership Development Equity Theory in Ministry By Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder Heb 10:35 MKJV (35) Therefore do not cast away your confidence, which has great recompense of reward. Equity Theory is in essence the concept of what is fair and unfair (J. A. Adams). The … Read more
By Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder The self-fulfilling prophecy is a false definition of a situation that results in behavior that makes the prediction come true. Here are a few examples: * A pastor takes a position at a new church. Soon he picks a person from the crowd that seems to conflict with his own personality. After … Read more
By Michael Mooney, Ministry Practitioner Personal growth is a major part of the human experience; although some people experience much more than others. Growth without change is inconceivable; therefore, it follows that both are a part of the process. The natural desire for familiarity is likely one of the biggest reasons why change is often resisted (Welch … Read more
By Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder Management assumes the idea of levels within organizations to which people may be appointed (Shivers-Blackwell, 2006). Yet, leadership caries the idea of individual callings that are not appointed but rather birthed. Over the years it has been a common belief that people are leaders because of a certain “specialness” with … Read more
By Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder The goals of a Christian Leader are: 1) To help others discover and develop their gifts 2) To guide others to a heart of service The leader (in any organization) should be a facilitator. One who empowers others to reach their highest competence and potential. What you will gain: Leading … Read more
By Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder It seems reasonable to say that people typically have goals, dreams, and aspirations. Such is often noted as being the driving force behind mankind’s search for purpose. When life is lived without this qualities people tend to lose sight of things, and depression is a very possible outcome. Contrarily, well … Read more
Present State of Christian Fellowship Written by Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder For Ministry Training and Development at (NACM). There is one Bible and Christians are supposed to be one Body, unified in Christ. Yet, there are a multitude of sects and denominations in Christianity. The National Association of Christian Ministers reports a … Read more