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The Mysterious and the Manageable

Posted on August 28, 2023August 1, 2023 by ptsblog
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In the May 2023 meeting of the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Board of Directors, outgoing Board Member the Rev. Dr. Donald K. McKim ’74 gave these remarks, titled “The Mysterious and the Manageable.” Addressed to the Board of Directors, McKim’s words will resonate with all religious and nonprofit leaders. Dr. Ernest T. Campbell was minister of…

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Retirement Advice for Pastors

Posted on August 14, 2023August 1, 2023 by ptsblog
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Cruising into a “Sterling” Retirement From the beginning of my ministry in 1985, my spouse, Dara, had warned me that I should plan to retire on June 30, 2021, should I live that long. As United Methodists, this would be the end of the appointment year after I had turned 67. Since she is a…

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Starting Well in a New Church

Posted on August 10, 2023August 1, 2023 by ptsblog
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  Life is like a mountain railroad, With an Engineer that’s brave; We must make the run successful, From the cradle to the grave; Watch the curves, the fills, the tunnels; Never falter, never quail; Keep your hand upon the throttle, And your eye upon the rail. Blessed Savior, Thou wilt guide us, Till we…

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