had read the same books and now approached congregational leadership with some common assumptions. From this base, the leaders have been able to make better decisions and earn trust from the congregation. • Put the best people in the areas of highest priority. The immediate needs of a congregation do not remain static. During the early years of a pastor’s tenure, a great deal of energy may be spent in recruiting staff or developing structures. Those tasks monopolize time for a while. Once they are
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