Question: What should a pastor look out for to avoid focusing on managing instead of leading?
Answer: I work on balancing my involvement. I do not want to get too involved or controlling in the details or the choices. That is micro-management…which is management. I want for those I am leading to discuss options and make recommendations not just present me with the information. I want them to explain their thinking. This gives me either teachable moments if I process differently or opportunities to affirm if I agree.
Ask yourself about your involvement based on your actions…Managing says “do this.” Micro-managing says “do it my way.” Leading says “accomplish these results” understanding there are often many methods. Worse than all of these would be “let me just do it” or “I will take over now.”
Blog Author
- C. Paul Glenn
- is the Executive Director of Finance & Operations at Grace Covenant Church in Cornelius, NC. He is also Chairman of Harvests of Hope Int'l. He has an accounting degree from Oral Roberts University and has been married to Susan since 1989. They have two children. Prior to ministry Paul packed a wealth of experience into his career path which includes positions as a public accountant, a financial analyst, a controller and CFO, as well as a management consultant. His pastor’s heart guides a passion to oversee the business aspects of ministry to (1) see the lost find Christ and (2) to allow other pastors and leaders to more freely shepherd their congregations. He regularly consults churches regarding his unique insights on church construction and is also coaching and mentoring over 120 churches in aspects of administration. Working with a team to found Harvests of Hope Int'l he now has the privilege as its Chairman to bring hope to families affected by HIV/Aids throughout Africa.
Friday, February 1, 2008
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