Transitional Ministry in order to discourage poor

in order to discourage poor

The illustrations celebrate love

In this prequel to Entertaining Angels: Hospitality Programs for the Caring Church

Co-edited by Shalem graduate and board member Westina Matthews

Transitional Ministry in order to discourage poorTransition is the word we use to describe the time following significant change. In congregations, that change might be the departure of the pastor, a catastrophe such as Hurricane Katrina or 9 11, or simply the changes caused by growth. Transition calls for clergy with special training to respond to the needs generated by the special time. Task, training, and time limit are the hallmarks of transitional ministry. Trained intentional interim clergy