Vulnerability

We all love to keep up our appearances. But hiding our struggles and weaknesses doesn't help us—or the people around us.Use this 22-page training theme to explore with fellow staff members and volunteers the value of, and place for, vulnerability in ministry. Included are assessments, a case study, devotionals, how-to articles, and more. Table of Contents:Dropping the MaskNo one is perfect--including church leaders.by Dave StoneRagamuffinThe patched-up life and unshabby message of Brennan Manning.Agnieszka Tennant's conversation with Brennan ManningAbsence of TrustDo you trust one another enough to be vulnerable?by Nancy OrtbergFear of ConflictConflict can be scary--and constructive.by Nancy OrtbergAvoidance of AccountabilityVulnerability must lead to accountability.by Nancy OrtbergWhen to Declare One's DoubtsOne pastor was uncertain about publicly questioning his calling.by James D. BerkeleyTruthtelling ValueBeing fully truthful sometimes requires admitting feelings that might not see