Podcast Episode Details

Seven Power Groups in Churches (The Good and the Bad)

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Where people organize, power will be present. The church is no exception. Thom and Sam discuss seven common power groups in churches. Hint: They are not all bad. How can you manage power dynamics among congregants in a way that is helpful to the church and glorifying to God?

1. 1. Family-owned and operated.
   2. Benevolent dictators.
   3. Formal alliances.
   4. Money managers.
   5. Past-is-present protectors.
   6. Ministry militia.
   7. Network connectors.

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• Rooted

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• The Hope Initiative

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  Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago