Includes bibliographical references and index.

Why is it so tough to be a church leader? -- The interior attitudes of the leader -- The leader's spirituality -- The leader's call -- The leader's vision and ensuing mission -- Managing your own effectiveness -- The dark side of leadership -- The changing roles of today's pastor -- The congregation's spirituality -- The leader as guardian of the corporate vision -- Understanding the congregation's life cycle -- The leader's role in congregational renewal -- The leadership team of the congregation -- Don't forget to fly the plane -- Paradigms for church leadership -- Church leadership in a multi-cultural context: an emerging paradigm -- Women in church leadership: an emerging paradigm -- Leading for the leasts: a woman's story -- On finishing well.