There are some astonishing gaps in the information with which church leaders are expected to guide their congregation. Some things are never said that would be of great usefulness if brought to the fore, discussed honestly and learnt from. How much pain, heartaches and mistakes would be prevented if the topics in this book were explored.These short and thought provoking chapters will enable you to think through the issues involved in leading a congregation in your own context and enable you to serve your flock with greater success.

SUBJECTS Novelty; Your suffering Wife; Special interest groups; Sleep; Worship; The Flagging Flock; Giving; What is 'Service'?; Style versus Substance; How to Laugh; Continuous Learning; Spiritual temperatures; Avoiding Controversy; Ministry is not about you!; How to leave a church.