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Becoming a Resilient Pastor for "Unprecedented" Times
Marie Burrus Marie Burrus

Becoming a Resilient Pastor for "Unprecedented" Times

Ministry has always been challenging, but the hurdles most pastors and ministry leaders face today are—dare I use the cliche?—unprecedented. And unprecedented times call for resilient leaders.

But how can we develop resilience? Here are five places to start.

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5 Ways to Become a More Resilient Pastor
Marie Burrus Marie Burrus

5 Ways to Become a More Resilient Pastor

The Resilient Pathway includes monthly gatherings of 4-6 pastors, quarterly larger gatherings for leadership conversations, an annual retreat, learning cohorts, and one-on-one coaching. Which might you benefit from?

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Pastor, God's Got This
Marie Burrus Marie Burrus

Pastor, God's Got This

Anxiety is at an all-time high, and church leaders and pastors are not immune. If you were honest and expressed the fears going through your mind during COVID-19 and the economic shutdown, what would it sound like? How should leaders respond in the midst of this swirling internal storm of anxiety?

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St. Patrick and a Missional Mindset
Marie Burrus Marie Burrus

St. Patrick and a Missional Mindset

As we learn about the call of Maewyn Succat—better known as St. Patrick, let’s think about our call to Houston for “such a time as this.” We pray for specific UBA initiatives, local events, and various organizations God is using to advance his gospel throughout our city, state, and world.

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