Looking Forward: Facing the Future of Christian Leadership [Paperback]

Jamie Arpin-Ricci (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 8, 2005

A lot of us often think... "If only I had a million dollars" "If only I was a gifted singer" "If only I was a great athlete" "If only I was better looking" "If only I was a flashy leader" What does that tell us about our view of God? By making our "success" as Christian leaders dependent on our circumstances, we say that God is no bigger than those circumstances. Rather, let's declare, "I can do ALL things though Christ who strengthens me!" That is what this book is about. Each author brings unique challenges, perspectives and emphasis that come together to help us pursue a solid foundation of Christian leadership for the future. It is intentionally ecclectic in its content, style and focus. Even the study guides have been designed to challenge you, so don't skip past those. So as you read this book, let yourself think and dream big. Don't assume there are things you cannot do, especially if God seems to be calling you to do it. You will make mistakes and you will experience failure. That's okay! Don't allow the success of your calling be measured in human terms. Let the level of your success be measured by the degree of your obedience to God. It is my hope that this book will give some ideas, inspiration and practical tools to do just that."

Product Details

• Paperback: 188 pages
• Publisher: Healing the Land Publishing (April 8, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1897091281
• ISBN-13: 978-1897091289
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #740,654 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jamie Arpin-Ricci C.J., is a writer, pastor & missionary living and serving in the inner city of Winnipeg, Canada. He is co-director of Youth With A Mission Urban Ministries Winnipeg with his Australian wife, Kim. His primary role is functioning as the pastor of Little Flowers Community, an inner city missional church they planted in cooperation with Mennonite Church Manitoba. He is also the founder and head of Chiara House, a new intentional Christian community initiative in their neighbourhood.

Jamie is a third order Franciscan with the Company of Jesus, an ecumenical order (in the Anglican rite), with both Franciscan and Benedictine charisms. His study of the life of St. Francis of Assisi and practice of Franciscan spirituality has deeply impacted his life and ministry.

(NOTE: "Rise Up" by Anita Keith is listed on the authors page as Jamie wrote the Forward for the book)

Links:
www.missional.ca
www.littleflowers.ca
www.chiarahouse.ca