Community service is becoming a normal part of being a regular churchgoer whether that means participating in large scale, church wide opportunities, or independent projects with small groups members. More church leaders are encouraging members to serve outside the church walls so that it becomes a natural part of the church DNA. Author and Leadership Community Director, Eric Swanson examines these trends and other developments as more churches embrace an externally focused mindset.

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The Changing Role of Large Church Senior Pastors: Trends and Developments
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