Working with the church's governing board is a leadership task like no other, and many pastors struggle to avoid its pitfalls. With this guide, pastors will learn to establish expectations for board members, run effective board meetings, manage clashing opinions and personalities, work through boards to stimulate progress, and develop long-term strategies.
"Few leaders think of themselves as natural leaders, and all of them tend to fall into one of three groups: those whose leadership is taken for granted; budding leaders who are relatively untested on the job; and untrained leaders who have found themselves suddenly thrust into a leadership position. The Exceptional Leader calms the fears and boosts the confidence of all untrained leaders and serves as a refresher course for seasoned leaders. Written as a dialogue between a seasoned leader and a young businessman, the one-on-one conversation reveals proven, commonsense leadership principles and instruction on how to lead holistically- with your heart and soul. When Paul picks up a starfish on the beach and shares with Tim the five secrets of an exceptional leader, the result is leadership excellence."--Back cover.
Teachers invest so much in our children, but who invests in them? Here are inspirational and practical readings compiled just for teachers. With a refreshing mix of insight and humor, Toler encourages teachers to help see past the day-to-day challenges of the classroom and have a lasting impact on the students in their care.
Contains 6 weeks of daily devotional studies including a devotional reading, questions for reflection, a prayer and action steps for moving closer to a Total Quality Life. Maintaining a healthy body can be a daily struggle. But when we experience victory in this struggle, we not only become healthier; we become better parents, spouses, employees, and friends.
With warmth and wisdom, Toler offers practical advice for the pastor whose staff meeting is held with the mirror. Subjects include spiritual leadership, organizational management, organizing a lay workforce, basic church finances, effective communication, and personal life.
A rich treasure chest of practical principles and life application to help guide you to the quality and balanced life God desires for each of us to live. Tools needed to grown in Thought life, Physical well being, asset management and spiritual life.
Based on more than thirty years of leading growing, healthy churches, Toler offers practical advice for pastors on topics covering every aspect of ministry, including vision casting, managing risk, retaining volunteers, funding your vision, and more.
The Christian life is not always easy, especially if you are just starting your walk with Christ. But you are not alone in the journey. Scripture, tradition, and experience testify that, although losing your life to find it is a challenging call, it yields a life filled with boundless joy, love, and purpose. In these pages, you will discover fresh insights and inspiration for your spiritual growth. More than that, you will gain new motivation to love and serve your Savior.
Getting the right staff at the right time can make or break a congregation s momentum. Drawing from his vast experience as a senior pastor and leader of large organizations, Toler shares the secrets that will make your first hire the right one. Subjects include: casting the vision for staff expansion, funding a new position, communicating vision to staff members, setting staff expectations, interviewing, the first thirty days, and how to be a great boss."
A hilarious look at... The Lighter Side of Life in the Church!