For years I’ve used this form below when I perform my twice-annual staff evaluations. I have every staff person complete the form on themselves and attach their goals for the previous and upcoming year.  These documents provide the talking points for the eval. Afterwards, I compile a one page written evaluation I give to them.

Mindfulness is a big deal in today’s culture. Businesses such as Apple, sports figures such as basketball player Kobe Bryant, and the popular press such as Time magazine have all given it their stamp of approval. Governments are spending hundreds of millions of dollars researching it[1]and it has become a billion dollar a year business[2]  In

In our journey of shepherding others, it’s pivotal to acknowledge our own vulnerabilities. Reflecting on recent conversations and recent data, I’ve distilled the top five pain points that resonate with many of us in pastoral roles today: 1. **Burnout and Stress** – The mantle of leadership weighs heavily, often leading to long hours and a