Training the staff and lay leadership in shared decision making in two Montana churches

Gordon E Parke

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Training the staff and lay leadership in shared decision making in two Montana churches

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MLA citation style (9th ed.)

Gordon E Parke. Training the Staff and Lay Leadership In Shared Decision Making In Two Montana Churches. Boston University School of Theology. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/e7562c85-1b24-4768-a2d2-9d33228b2184?q=1989.

APA citation style (7th ed.)

G. E. Parke. Training the staff and lay leadership in shared decision making in two Montana churches. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/e7562c85-1b24-4768-a2d2-9d33228b2184?q=1989

Chicago citation style (CMOS 17, author-date)

Gordon E Parke. Training the Staff and Lay Leadership In Shared Decision Making In Two Montana Churches. Boston University School of Theology. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/e7562c85-1b24-4768-a2d2-9d33228b2184?q=1989.

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Gordon E Parke

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Church leaders need appropriate tools to make quality decisions. Decision making as systematic process can be learned. Intentionally sharing this comprehensive process, including theology and ethics, improves relationships and produces effective choices. The author presented the decision making process found in Acts 15, Presbyterian polity, management principles, and systems theory to two church sessions. Participants shared mind style preferences, analyzed decisions theologically and rationally, and explored systems issues. The separation of process from content helped clarify leadership dynamics. Shared process produced solid, satisfying decisions. Pastors cited improved communication and coordination. Statistical analysis indicated preference for participatory style. Shared decision making could inform minorities and empower women.

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