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Summary
Dr. Dee Dee Mayer discusses the importance of board governance within the church and the need for training and support for governing boards. She shares her research on the role of elder boards in supporting wellness in pastoral leadership and the challenges they face. Dr. Mayer emphasizes the importance of selecting board members based on spiritual maturity and creating a culture of accountability and healthy conflict resolution. She provides nine essential conversations for governing boards to have, including defining culture, guiding principles for recruitment, and managing difficult leaders. Dr. Mayer highlights the need for proactive leadership to prevent church hurt and create a space for healing.
Takeaways
- Board governance is crucial for supporting wellness in pastoral leadership and preventing leadership failure within the church.
- Elder boards often lack training and preparation, leading to a disconnect between the board and the pastors they serve.
- Selecting board members based on spiritual maturity and wisdom is essential for effective governance.
- Creating a culture of accountability, healthy conflict resolution, and proactive leadership is necessary for preventing church hurt and promoting healing.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background 01:00 - Heartbreak over Leadership Failure 02:23 - The Role of Governing Boards 03:17 - Lack of Training for Elder Boards 04:35 - The Need for a System 06:16 - Selecting Board Members Based on Spiritual Maturity 07:11 - Balancing Success and Spiritual Qualifications 08:21 - Creating Healthy Ways to Navigate Conflict 10:19 - Essential Conversations for Governing Boards 13:47 - Structuring Roles and Responsibilities 15:16 - Maintaining Healthy Leadership 16:44 - Taking Care of Pastors and Their Families 17:26 - Creating Systems of Accountability 18:16 - Navigating Concerns and Allegations 19:06 - Managing Difficult Leaders 21:39 - Reactivity vs Proactivity in Elder Boards 23:08 - The Responsibility of Holding the Church 26:43 - Preventing Church Hurt 28:35 - Focusing on the Culture and System
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