The Peacemaking Pastor A Biblical Guide to Resolving Church Conflict by Alfred P

Description: The Peacemaking Pastor A Biblical Guide to Resolving Church Conflict by Alfred Poirier A survey on the importance of reconciliation ministry plus practical tools for facilitating the peacemaking process within a church. Perfect for seminarians, ministry leaders, and pastors. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Seminaries generally are not very effective in equipping pastors to be ministers of reconciliation, says pastor and experienced mediator Alfred Poirier. The result is pastors trained in biblical exposition, well-ordered worship, and good theology, but with little practical know-how about one of the most important functions they will be expected to perform: conflict resolution. The Peacemaking Pastor provides a survey of the nature and kinds of conflict typical in the pastorate to bring to light the need to recover the ministry of reconciliation. Poirier, chairman of the board of Peacemaker Ministries, shows pastors the importance of a reconciliation ministry, gives them a theological framework for peacemaking, and provides practical tools for facilitating the peacemaking process. Written by a pastor for pastors, this insightful book will encourage and equip seminaries and ministry leaders in their original calling-promoting a culture of peacemaking in the church. Back Cover Peacemaking: The healing alternative to conflict in the churchEvery pastor faces conflict in the church, and Alfred Poirier has this loving reminder: we can run, but we cant hide. Jesus set the example as the Incarnate Peacemaker, and Scripture clearly calls his servant-pastors to be ministers of reconciliation. So the issue is not whether to be a mediator but what kind of mediator to be.Thoroughly exploring the theology of reconciliation, Poirier adds lessons from personal experience and lists practical steps for effective mediation. With this comprehensive guide, you can embrace peacemaking confidently as a way to glorify God through the overcoming power of the gospel. And, as Jesus promised all peacemakers, you will be blessed."This book provides a gospel-centered strategy for equipping pastors to be highly effective peacemakers who can lead their flocks safely through conflict while building a culture of peace in the church."--Ken Sande, president, Peacemaker Ministries"In solidly scriptural fashion a veteran pastor here explains how the local church through its leaders can become the community of peace and safety that it is called to be rather than the hotbed of hostilities that it too often is."--J. I. Packer, board of governors professor of theology, Regent College"A culture of peace should characterize Gods covenant people. The Peacemaking Pastor by Alfred Poirier is a solid overview of biblical peacemaking, which can help pastors and their churches carry forth the gospel of peace in their personal, family, church, and community lives."--Tony Evans, senior pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship; president, The Urban Alternative"Funded by an unusual combination of research and practical experience, Alfred Poiriers The Peacemaking Pastor is essential reading for everyone who cares about the peace and purity of Christs visible church. Read it before the storm and you will be much better prepared to handle it!"--Michael Horton, professor of systematic theology and apologetics, Westminster Seminary CaliforniaAlfred Poirier is chairman of the board for Peacemaker Ministries and serves it additionally as adjunct instructor and mediator. He is senior pastor of Rocky Mountain Community Church in Billings, Montana. Author Biography Alfred Poirier (M.A., M.Div., D.Min., Westminster Theological Seminary) is chairman of the board for Peacemaker Ministries and serves it additionally as adjunct instructor and mediator. He is senior pastor of Rocky Mountain Community Church in Billings, Montana. Long Description Seminaries generally are not very effective in equipping pastors to be ministers of reconciliation, says pastor and experienced mediator Alfred Poirier. The result is pastors trained in biblical exposition, well-ordered worship, and good theology, but with little practical know-how about one of the most important functions they will be expected to perform: conflict resolution.The Peacemaking Pastor provides a survey of the nature and kinds of conflict typical in the pastorate to bring to light the need to recover the ministry of reconciliation. Poirier, chairman of the board of Peacemaker Ministries, shows pastors the importance of a reconciliation ministry, gives them a theological framework for peacemaking, and provides practical tools for facilitating the peacemaking process. Written by a pastor for pastors, this insightful book will encourage and equip seminaries and ministry leaders in their original calling-promoting a culture of peacemaking in the church. Review Quote "Pastors serve on the front lines of the spiritual war that engulfs this world. All too often their greatest battles take place within the church itself, where they are caught in the crossfire of personal, theological, or congregational conflicts. These endless skirmishes leave many pastors--and their families--so exhausted and wounded that they lose their joy for ministry or leave the pastorate altogether. This book provides a gospel-centered strategy for equipping pastors to be highly effective peacemakers who can lead their flocks safely through conflict while building a culture of peace in the church."--Ken Sande, president, Peacemaker Ministries"In solidly scriptural fashion a veteran pastor here explains how the local church through its leaders can become the community of peace and safety that it is called to be rather than the hotbed of hostilities that it too often is. This is a very salutary book on a very sensitive subject."--J. I. Packer, board of governors professor of theology, Regent College"A culture of peace should characterize Gods covenant people. The Peacemaking Pastor by Alfred Poirier is a solid overview of biblical peacemaking, which can help pastors and their churches carry forth the gospel of peace in their personal, family, church, and community lives."--Tony Evans, senior pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship; president, The Urban Alternative"Funded by an unusual combination of research and practical experience, Alfred Poiriers The Peacemaking Pastor is essential reading for everyone who cares about the peace and purity of Christs visible church. Every pastor and elder knows the challenges to preserving the unity of Christs body in the bond of peace, but this book offers rich wisdom for this task. Read it before the storm and you will be much better prepared to handle it!"--Michael Horton, professor of systematic theology and apologetics, Westminster Seminary California"Pastor Poirier calls himself a peacemaker-wannabe but he does something in this book that can really help the church today deal with conflicts and schisms that disrupt our life together in Christ. He gives us a thoroughly biblical, theologically sound perspective on the ministry of reconciliation within the local church. Every pastor and church leader, and every student preparing for the ministry, should read this book!"--Timothy George, dean, Beeson Divinity School of Samford University; executive editor, Christianity Today"The Bible tells us to be at peace with all, as much as it is up to us. In a world full of conflicts comes this welcome new book by Alfred Poirier, The Peacemaking Pastor: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Church Conflict. The book provides great insights on how pastors can be a significant part of the solution, and not merely on the sidelines."--D. James Kennedy, senior pastor, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church"The Peacemaking Pastor is pastoral theology at its best. It is, first, theology, a profound biblical exploration of the gospel of Gods grace in the cross of Christ and of its power to overcome the conflicts that divide us and damage our witness. This is not, first of all, a handbook of negotiation techniques and communication skills, but rather an exploration of what it means for pastors to cast themselves on the mercy and heart-changing power of God, and then to lead people in conflict to do the same. And, because The Peacemaking Pastor is theological, it is profoundly pastoral and practical, peppered with illustrations from the authors experience that show Christs power to smash our hearts idols, break down walls of suspicion and self-defense, and bring us together in surprising unity and love. Pastor, if you are looking for tools to make others behave better and to make conflict just go away, while you yourself remain unchanged, you should steer clear of this book. But if you are prepared to be challenged to live by faith in a God whose grace can heal relationships in ways beyond our imagination, ta Details ISBN0801065895 Author Alfred Poirier Short Title PEACEMAKING PASTOR Language English ISBN-10 0801065895 ISBN-13 9780801065897 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Year 2006 Subtitle A Biblical Guide to Resolving Church Conflict Country of Publication United States Birth 1952 Place of Publication Ada, MI Imprint Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group DOI 10.1604/9780801065897 UK Release Date 2006-08-01 AU Release Date 2006-08-01 NZ Release Date 2006-08-01 US Release Date 2006-08-01 Pages 320 Publisher Baker Publishing Group Publication Date 2006-08-01 DEWEY 248.4 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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