Pastor & Deacons: Servants Working Together

by Carl Herbster, Ken Howerton

Overview

How should a church be organized" What functions do the pastors, deacons, and congregation serve" Who qualifies for the offices of pastor and deacon" How should a church manage its finances" How does a congregation biblically address problems" The authors answer theses important questions and many more.

As fellow servants in the same church, the authors have collaborated in the writing of this book. Pastors and Deacons is a practical exposition and application of biblical principles of church organization and leadership. The "on-the-job," real-life experiences of the authors make this a particularly practical book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781935507321
Publisher:	Emerald House Group, Incorporated
Publication date:	09/10/2010
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Carl Herbster has served for over 20 years as pastor of Tri-City Baptist Church in Independence, Missouri. The church has started several other churches, operates a Christian school, and a Christian camp (Southland Christian Camp), and is heavily committed to foreign missions.
Ken Howerton is a certified program manager with IBM. He has served as chairman of deacons in two churches. His wisdom and stability and his commitment to the Lord’s work, have made him a gracious servant and wise counselor.

Table of Contents

1 Local Church Organization 11

2 The Servant Leader 29

3 The Office and Qualifications of a Pastor 41

4 The Work of a Pastor 51

5 The Office and Qualifications of a Deacon 67

6 The Work of a Deacon 91

7 The Pastor/Deacon Relationship 109

8 The Congregation, Working in Unity 127

9 Let's Talk Finances 141

10 Dealing with Difficulties 157

Appendices 177

1 Eleven Commandments for an Enthusiastic Team 178

2 Sample Deacons Meeting Agenda 179

3 Sample Deacon Candidate Questionnaire 180

4 Sample Standards of Conduct 182

5 Sample Church Constitution and By-laws 184