This discussion-based guide explores the unique influence of the board chair in shaping culture and spiritual tone within the church board. With Scripture-based reflection, it prompts chairs to examine their example, influence, self-awareness, and relationships, offering practical insights into leading with humility, clarity, and integrity. Ideal for onboarding or ongoing leadership development.

An evaluation framework designed to foster clarity, communication, and effectiveness in ministry roles. This six-part resource helps churches assess staff performance against goals and job descriptions, identify areas of growth, and support ongoing development through structured reflection, supervisor-reviewee dialogue, and actionable planning. Ideal for annual reviews, leadership development, and team alignment.

This discussion guide equips board chairs to lead with greater intentionality by focusing on meeting preparation, agenda design, and board readiness. It offers practical insights on shaping spiritual and strategic board agendas, fostering meaningful participation, and encouraging a culture of thoughtful preparation across the board.

Exploring the spiritual, emotional, and practical value of sabbaticals in pastoral ministry, offering theological grounding, personal reflection, and practical guidance for planning intentional seasons of rest and renewal.

A practical guide and weekly reporting form designed to help pastors and leaders foster constructive staff meetings, track time-related factors like hours worked and ministry away, and provide clear communication on personal and project progress. Includes helpful insights on vacation, sabbaticals, and study leave to support healthy, sustainable ministry.

A step-by-step resource to equip EMCC congregations and leadership teams with a spiritually grounded, practical framework for discerning, evaluating, and calling new pastoral leadership, including guidance on transitional pastors, search committee formation, interviewing, candidating, and finalizing the call process.

This staff evaluation tool helps EMCC supervisors and employees reflect on performance over a set review period. It includes sections for analyzing job results, identifying strengths and development areas, and recording contributions beyond regular duties. With space for both self-assessment and supervisor feedback, the guide supports honest, two-way conversations that lead to growth, clarity, and shared planning for the future.