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American Black Journal: Leadership Succession in the Black Church

, Dr. Tony Henderson, Dr. Jim Holley, Video, Bridge Detroit, MI, October 28, 2021

Description

In this video sponsored by PBS. Rev. Dr. Tony Henderson, associate professor of practical theology at the Ecumenical Theological Seminary, explains how succession planning and the process of selecting new church leadership varies according to the denomination. In addition, he speaks to the importance of churches having a plan in place.

Also in this video, host Stephen Henderson talks with Rev. Dr. Jim Holley, senior pastor of Historic Little Rock Baptist Church in Detroit, about his decision to step down at the end of the year after 50 years leading the church. They talk about his reason for retiring now, how the succession process is going, the next generation of leadership, and his hopes for the future of the church.

Features

  • Succession planning
  • Leadership development
  • Guiding a resistant church
  • Knowing when to transition

Recommended Audience

senior clergy and lay leadership

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Watch this conversation to learn more about succession planning and the process of selecting new church leadership, and apply this learning to your own congregation.
  • Learn ideas for navigating the challenges involved in transitioning to new leadership, and be reminded of the importance of having a plan in place.

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