In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership

Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ not the marketplace at the center of their mission? Drawing on biblical material and business wisdom, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership explores the critical leadership decisions and practices that shape the success of Christian organizations. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with over forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and international ministries. Mike Bonem leverages his background as an MBA-trained manager and an experienced church leader to bridge the gap between the analytical and structured world of business and the faith-driven approach that is essential for healthy churches. Written to offer practical solutions for senior pastors, executive pastors, key laypeople, and leaders of other Christian entities, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership clearly shows the ways that secular practices can be imported into their organizations. Bonem addresses a variety of topics such as planning, finances, personnel management, measurement, team dynamics, and organizational change. In doing so, he points to the AND that every spiritual organization should strive to achieve.

Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secularleadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ--not themarketplace--at the center of their mission? Drawing onbiblical material and business wisdom, In Pursuit of Great ANDGodly Leadership explores the critical leadership decisions andpractices that shape the success of Christian organizations. Thesedecisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with over fortyleaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, andinternational ministries. Mike Bonem leverages his background as anMBA-trained manager and an experienced church leader to bridge thegap between the analytical and structured world of business and thefaith-driven approach that is essential for healthy churches.Written to offer practical solutions for senior pastorsexecutive pastors, key laypeople, and leaders of other Christianentities, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership clearlyshows the ways that secular practices can be imported into theirorganizations. Bonem addresses a variety of topics such asplanning, finances, personnel management, measurement, teamdynamics, and organizational change. In doing so, he points to theAND that every spiritual organization should strive to achieve.

About the Jossey-Bass Leadership Network Series ixPreface xi1 Is Great the Enemy of Godly? 12 Where Should You Begin? 20Part One: Tools for Great and Godly Leadership 333 Is God in Your Plans? 374 Are Your Plans Fruitful? 595 Who Is on the Bus? 746 Do You Measure What Matters? 977 How Will You Finance the Dream? 1178 Are "All Systems Go"? 135Part Two: Beyond the Tools 1479 Is Everyone on the Same Page? 14910 Why Is Culture Important? 16811 Are You Prepared to Change? 18412 Are You Guarding Your Heart? 205Appendix A: The People Behind the Stories 221Appendix B: Practical Tips for Managing People 231Appendix C: Practical Ideas for Measurement 235Notes 241Annotated Bibliography 249Acknowledgments 253The Author 257Index 259