Transitional Ministry authorized by the 2003 General

authorized by the 2003 General Convention

Co-edited by Shalem graduate and board member Westina Matthews

and outline a positive new way forward

Part one addresses church functions under categories of governance

The Gospel According to Sam is still touching reader’s hearts

Transitional Ministry authorized by the 2003 GeneralTransition is the word we use to describe the time following significant change. In congregations, that change might be the departure of the pastor, a catastrophe such as Hurricane Katrina or 9 11, or simply the changes caused by growth. Transition calls for clergy with special training to respond to the needs generated by the special time. Task, training, and time limit are the hallmarks of transitional ministry. Trained intentional interim clergy