Dr. Jesse Middendorf talks about the use of ritual, and developing ritual for pastoral care.

Staff relationships can be complicated. Different personalities, leadership styles and philosophies can quickly derail and debilitate a church – not to mention the senior pastor. Join Dr. Judi Schwanz (Pastoral Care and Counseling Professor at NTS) and Dr. Jess Middendorf (longtime pastor and exe...

During the 2017 General Assembly, delegates adopted a resolution designed to address social media practice. This webinar explores the impact of social media, its influence in congregational life, and suggestions for future practice through the 'lens' of that resolution.

This webinar focuses on how seasoned pastors (mentors) can help emerging pastors (mentees) form the character, understanding, and practices essential for a lifetime of fruitful ministry.

A study of pastors on the Michigan District Church of the Nazarene revealed several essential components of healthy pastors. This webinar details those findings and considers how pastors can take steps towards greater health that will lead to thriving in life and in ministry.

Long time denominational leaders in the Church of the Nazarene, Dr. Jesse Middendorf and Dr. Tom Nees share how they have engaged in mentoring and coaching over the course of their varied ministries and take questions about mentoring from the webinar audience.

Scott Couchenour of Serving Strong (executive coaching and consulting) offers strategic advice on how to avoid burnout. With a combined 30 years of experience in ministry, business, and entrepreneurship, Scott has the perspective any leader needs to grow further in their personal and professional...

Dr. Jeren Rowell, Dr. Ed Robinson, & Rev. Dana Preusch discuss the Pastoral Offices of Christ: Prophet, Priest, & King

Dr. Roger Hahn:
A Week in the Life of Corinth by Ben Witherington III
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0830839623/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_dbBpEbYS8BDTW

2 Corinthians (Teach the Text Commentary Series) by Moyer V. Hubbard
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MUANAIM/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_GkBpEbQKN34DD

Judy Schwanz
Accompany Them with Singing--The Christian Funeral by Thomas G. Long https://www.amazon.com/dp/0664239706/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_GxBpEbXMHQW1Q
Presence: A Pastor's Guide to Funerals by Jonathan K. Twitchell https://www.amazon.com/dp/1940402042/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_pyBpEbK0B1RY1

Pastor in a Secular Age (Ministry in a Secular Age) by Root
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0801098475/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_ACBpEbNRMH3SG
How to Lead When You Don't Know Where You're Going
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538127687/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_.CBpEb8MFQ9ZR

Dr. John Nielson presents a workshop on biblical lament for a cohort of young clergy. His insights here give pastors and congregations a way to navigate the grief and loss so many are experiencing in this cultural moment.