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Intentional Interim Ministry
Contact Ruth Williams for more information
ABOUT
Intentional Interim Ministry (IIM) began in a formal way in the USA in 1980 with the inauguration of the Interim Ministry Network. The Network began as a cooperative venture between several denominatins when it was realised churches (and organisations) undergoing major transitions frequently benefit from the short term ministry or leadership of an interim specialist, before a new long-term placement is appointed.
The basic education program for IIM will be offered again in WA
13-17 June 2005
& 28 Nov-2 Dec 2005
Approx Cost: $1000
CE Points 24 in area of 'Practice of Ministry'
Required Reading
Critical Moment of Ministry by Loren Mead, Alban Institute 1988
Discovering your conflict mangement style by Speed Leas, Alban Institute
Personal Characteristics of an Effective Interim Minister
- A clear sense of calling to the ministry and to the role of interim ministry specialist
- Good ego strength: secure, mature and emotionally stable
- Action/goal oriented
- Flexible and adaptable
- Patient, empathetic and understanding
- Effective level of physical and emotional vitality
- Sound, positive and growing faith
- Optimistic attitude
- Good sense of humour
- Strong sense of and commitment to an educated, well prepared
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