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Staying power

Reflections on a long pastorate

Mar 07, 2013 by Martin B. Copenhaver

I have pastored the same church for 18 years. That's not exactly a towering pinnacle, but it does provide some interesting views.

Faith Matters

Clear call

Jan 17, 2011 by M. Craig Barnes

He finished seminary at the head of his class and could have gone on to earn a Ph.D. But he wanted to serve a local congregation--preferably a small one.