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The whole church : congregational leadership guided by systems theory / Ken Reeves.

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General Note:	"An Alban Institute book."
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Systems theory -- Diagnosis -- The healthy church -- Working on yourself -- Church structure -- Calm -- Change -- Conflict -- Difficult behavior -- The unconscious -- Preaching -- The spirit -- Conclusion.
Summary, etc.:	The Whole Church offers congregational leaders an understanding of a church system as a whole community composed of interacting members in which change in one influences all. This understanding helps church leaders navigate change and conflict, while also supporting the congregation's wholeness and safety. This book addresses how effective leadership coincides with personal and spiritual development, and ultimately emphasizes the significance of one's own spirituality and faith in supporting and fulfilling the congregation's mission.