Shaping Spiritual Leaders: Supervision and Formation in Congregations
Johnson's broad and rich approach to supervision opens up a new world. Building on a lucid, practical explanation of church systems,Shaping Spiritual Leaderslays out ways that ministers can encourage transformative, faithful leadership. --Donna Sinclair, coauthor,Emmaus Road: Churches Making Their Way ForwardAbigail Johnson's exciting book supports leaders of congregations who want to develop or enhance healthy leadership practices. Her wide experience and reflective insights lead her to a collaborative supervision method that invites congregational leaders to accountable learning covenants. An absolute 'must read' for those who long for a healthy congregational life! --Gary L. Redcliffe, Professor of Pastoral Theology, Emmanuel College, TorontoIf left untended, the learning process and the resulting formation that unfolds in congregational life can be haphazard and unfocused. This book offers the steps to shepherd an intentional process that appreciates the unique learning environment of congregations and creates the conditions for success for all spiritual leaders. --Carol Pinkham Oak, rector, St. John's Episcopal Church, Ellicot City, Maryland