After a long and sometimes difficult years of ministry, many are in need of Rejuvenation, Renewal and Revival. For a small group of Philadelphia urban ministers and ministry executives that “Rejuvenation, Renewal and Revival” comes every month at meetings of THE CLERGY COMMITTEE (TCC). TCC is a safe, supportive, and trusting community where members learn to work smarter, are made more effective, and God is glorified. TCC’s monthly meetings provide help and prevention of burn-out through: [1] expert skills development ; [2] peer consultation on personal and ministry-related issues; [3] support, encouragement, and prayer. For information on TCC membership contact David Apple at dapple@tenth.org. To read more about TCC click here.
Working with Addicted Persons
When we work in a ministry to addicted persons, homeless or not, we take up our crosses by being available to and suffering with those we seek to reach. Bearing the cross for addicted persons means holding them accountable for their actions. It also means that we are not totally responsible for their recovery. At the same time that we are ministering to their needs, it is vital that we consider the risk to us and our own vulnerability. For the rest of this article, click here.
