Houston E. Thompson

Conflict Management for Faith Leaders Houston E. Thompson

Is conflict a dirty word? Does it bring to mindimages of disagreement, fights, and shatteredrelationships? For ministry leaders, the likelihoodof conflict comes with the job, but the result doesnot have to be destructive. Conflict Management for Faith Leaders is abouthandling conflict in a way that is positive andconstructive. With this book readers will discovermultiple techniques for assessing and managingconflict and learn guidelines for choosing whichtechnique to use in a given situation. A practical resource for pastors and ministryleaders, Conflict Management for Faith Leadersacknowledges that leadership brings with it therisk of opposition. Packed with useful insights andstories based on the experiences of other faithleaders, this book is the ideal tool when the risk ofopposition becomes reality.