Leading the Elder Board

Healthy elder teams make healthy churches. In addition to stewarding the church's resources, the elders lead by example in service, relationships, and giving. Selecting the right people for this group, and leading them well, is an essential task of church leadership.This 17-page resource will help you select the right people for the elder board, make the most of your meeting time together, and disciple the elders to model the community the church wants to be.Table of Contents:Missional EldersHelping elders look beyond just the business aspects of ministry.Interview with J.R. BriggsThe 5 Biblical Functions of an ElderPrepare elders with expectations for the role.J.R. BriggsRecruiting Team Players5 practical questions to ask before adding new leaders.Larry OsborneChoosing Wise LeadersQuestions to help you identify this important quality.Mel LawrenzGrowing on the BoardHelp elders continue to grow in the fruits of the Spirit.Wayne Brouwer6 Elder Team KillersAvoid these common distractions