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In a cultural context where the church is struggling to survive amid other competing organizations and commitments, what do pastoral leaders need to change the tide? A new leadership paradigm that equips ministers to serve as chief executives for making disciples for Christ. Father-and-son coauthors, Vincent Howell, MDiv, DMin, and Vincent Howell Jr., MBA, offer this quick-book styled resource, designed to introduce ministers to ""Pastoral MBA Competencies""--the practical knowledge of leadership and management skills that will benefit those serving today's congregations and other ministry settings. Highlighting topics that are addressed in a master's level program in business administration, this accessible resource also provides wisdom from clergy who have already completed the MBA. Chapters include: Decision AnalysisHuman Resource ManagementFinanceOperations ManagementInformation TechnologyProject Management Strategic PlanningAnd more!

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Vincent W. Howell, D.Min., is pastor of the Centenary United Methodist Church in Clemmons, NC. He previously served as pastor at the Westside and Webb Mills United Methodist Churches in the Elmira, NY area. During his ministry, his leadership has focused on training clergy and laity on applying project management in the church to achieve effective project implementation, as well as to better utilize the limited resources within the local church. Vincent writes on issues of leadership and local church history. He is the author of Managing Projects in Ministry, published by Judson Press (2017). Vincent W. Howell, Jr., MBA, and is an active lay member of the First Baptist Church, Murfreesboro, TN. He has a B.S. in Computer Science from Tennessee State University, MBA in Project Management from Strayer University. Vincent has held a variety of IT positions and is currently a Senior IT Business Analyst. Over the years, he has participated local church audio visual ministries, website development, and transportation ministries. When not participating in various ministries at his church, Vincent and his wife are raising their two young children.

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