A critical study of pastors who have served congregations from 7 to 14 years' duration in the American Baptist Churches of the Northwest

Paul D Aita

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A critical study of pastors who have served congregations from 7 to 14 years' duration in the American Baptist Churches of the Northwest

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Paul D Aita. A Critical Study of Pastors Who Have Served Congregations From 7 to 14 Years' Duration In the American Baptist Churches of the Northwest. San Francisco Theological Seminary. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/82a9135f-f3bf-4106-aac6-6106e3f871a6.

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P. D. Aita. A critical study of pastors who have served congregations from 7 to 14 years' duration in the American Baptist Churches of the Northwest. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/82a9135f-f3bf-4106-aac6-6106e3f871a6

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Paul D Aita. A Critical Study of Pastors Who Have Served Congregations From 7 to 14 Years' Duration In the American Baptist Churches of the Northwest. San Francisco Theological Seminary. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/82a9135f-f3bf-4106-aac6-6106e3f871a6.

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Paul D Aita

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Clergy--Performance standards

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This dissertation begins by examining literature pertaining to the theology and practice of ministry, and reflecting on the implications for tenure in ministry. Special attention is given to a research-action project of the Alban Institute. Insights of three area ministers (denominational personnel who serve as resources to local churches and pastors) concerning matters of long tenure are then summarized from interviews. The main body of the work involves case studies of five pastors whose tenure in a given location has been from 7 to 14 years. Written materials provided by each are examined and compared, after which highlights from personal interviews are reported. Observations from the case studies are made in the final chapter, as are recommendations for pastors, churches, and denominational staff to enhance long-tenured pastorates.

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