"The key for world evangelization is the Christ-mastered
Church. The discipleship and unity of such healthy churches are the
leverage tools to transform the world. But for the church to be
healthy, there must first be empowered, intentional leadership. In this
regard, T.J. has offered us a much needed book! It is full of practical
truths that I have found to be provocative, insightful and practical. I
highly recommend High Impact Church Boards as an
essential read for effective church leadership."
–
Rev Edmund Chan, Senior Pastor Covenant EFC, Singapore.
"As a young pastor I would have yawned at a book entitled High
Impact Church Boards. But I have come to realize no group has
greater impact on church's vitality, or my own personal sense of
fulfillment than the church board. Thanks T.J., for this labor of love!
We will put High Impact Church Boards to work as a
catalysts to
maximize our leadership at Two Rivers Church!"
– Brad Brinson, Two Rivers Church
"Regardless of context or ministry style, an increasing number
of church leaders are asking, how can we best organize to embody Christ
in our community and get on with his mission? T.J. Addington has years
of experience and a proven track record of guiding congregations into a
satisfying answer to this potentially fractious question.
That’s why I’m so excited about the publication of
T.J.'s new book, High Impact Church Boards. It
clearly and crisply outlines a biblically sound strategy of church
governance that works. I consider T.J.'s book a strategic addition to a
church leader’s 'must have' library of church health
resources. My recommendation is to buy a copy of High Impact
Church Boards for every member of your oversight team then
work and pray through it together."
– Jim Fann, EFCA Church Health Director
"High Impact Church Boards should be required
reading for all church leadership boards. T.J.'s ability to cross over
the issues of varying polities and structures to provide timeless and
practical concepts, strategies and methods is second to none. The
church often finds itself in an identity crisis with regard to how
things should be done, what is most important and who is in charge...
most of which can be traced back to the church boardroom and its
members. High Impact Church Boards will start a
movement in your leadership that will bring focus and equip change,
while providing applicable practices that will pave the way for greater
Kingdom impact. The church needs this book!"
– Mark Stevenson, consultant to faith-based organizations and
local congregations; Managing Director of People Management
International, Inc.
"The insights from High Impact Church Boards have
helped our elders to see the unhealthy behaviors and practices that had
been dividing the board for years. The lack of unity on the board
caused unrest in the congregation and lack of direction for the church.
Now with the insights from this book and the help of Mr. Addington we
have developed and are now implementing a strategy for change. We now
believe that we will be able to make a significant impact for Christ
and His Kingdom.
"I highly recommend this book for all church leadership boards, no
matter how healthy they think they might be."
– David Donle, Elder, Grace Community Bible Church, Fort
Worth, Texas
"Finally, a cohesive, comprehensive guide for implementing and
regulating a structure consistent with His teachings. T.J. Addington
masterfully demonstrates the ability to develop a heightened
sensitivity to His will by starting with the basics of defining roles
and appreciating the clarity of Christ. In tandem, T.J. Addington
delivers brilliant illustrations that leave the leader or reader with a
renewed sense of awe that Christ has such patience for those willing to
learn, humble themselves, and embrace the Great Commission. Well Done."
– Christopher Exline
"Somebody once quipped, 'when the horse is dead, dismount.' Too many
committed leaders and talented pastoral staff are spending far too much
time in committee meetings and board meetings that are either dead or
dying a slow death. Quit complaining and do something about it.
Dismount. Reading High Impact Church Boards as a
team will help you dismount a
dead system and get on the solution side of church polity nightmares.
The stakes are too high. The world needs to hear the message of the
gospel from healthy churches that are not hindered by conflict over the
latest by-laws changes. Shame on us for replacing the New Testament
with
Robert's Rules of Order. Dismount!"
– Chris Dolson, Sr. Pastor, Blackhawk Church, Madison, WI
"Every member of every church board should read High Impact
Church Boards. T.J. Addington tells it like it is and
provides valuable insight to help church boards get past the garbage
that so easily ensnares them. The reality is, every church board has an
'impact' on their church – T.J.'s book can help make the
impact a positive one."
– Jim Seybert, Consulting Futurist, Member of Board at Grace
Bible Church, Arroyo Grande, CA
"T.J. Addington's practical wisdom on leadership issues guided our
church board through some dark and difficult days. That wisdom,
distilled in this book, will be a sure guide for all leaders and
churches who want to increase their effectiveness for the advance of
the gospel."
– Colin Smith, Senior Pastor, Arlington Heights Evangelical
Free Church
"When our church leadership was facing what appeared to be a daunting
mountain of structural and organization change, T.J. Addington's book
was a friendly guide through the thickets of confusion. We found his
counsel to be biblically sound, organizationally transparent, and
pragmatically workable. He gave us the ramp we needed to attain a new
level of leadership wisdom and confidence. We continue to reference the
coaching we received as the beginning of a new day. To God be the
glory!"
– Roger Thompson, Sr. Pastor, Berean Baptist Church,
Burnsville, MN
"If you would like to break and bridge the apparent impasse between
Pastor-led vs. Board-led models of church ministry, I heartily
recommend reading T.J. Addington's High Impact Boards.
He brings mature experience from counseling churches across varied
organizational cultures to foster healthy thinking and implementation
of processes by which the bride of Christ that God has placed in the
sphere of your board service will 'build itself up in love' (Eph.
4:16)."
– Ramesh Richard PhD, ThD, Professor, Dallas Theological
Seminary,
President, Ramesh Richard Evangelism and Church Health
"High Impact Church Boards is a recommended book for every leader and
every pastor. It is one of those books which will mark your life and
create intentional change that will shape your ministry. T.J. Addington
has poured his life experience in the field of worldwide church
leadership into this book to make it available so that God's Kingdom
can move forward in a healthier way. This is a great book to consult as
a guide and to use as a textbook for today’s leaders who long
for such valuable insights to assess their present situation and pave
the way for healthy changes tomorrow."
– Joseph Najem, Pastor of the Evangelical Free Church of
Beirut, Lebanon.
"High Impact Church Boards is a must read for anyone serving the local church.
"T.J. Addington is an expert in how churches work and why they do not work.
"T.J. clearly explains how leaders, board members and pastors can not only work together more effectively but how they can build a culture and a team that can be used by God to impact their community and their city.
"High Impact Church Boards is a wonderful blend of Biblical Principles,
years of experience and expertise that is both actionable,
understandable and believable. T.J. has made a significant contribution
to the Church."
– Kenneth Larson, President Slumberland Furniture
"Wow, what an excellent resource for the challenges and opportunities
that exist in ministry work! I believe this tool will unleash healthy,
unified organizations and leaders to make huge Kingdom impact."
– Mark Bankord, Founder and Directional Leader, Heartland
Community Church, Rockford, IL