2008
Hannah Pederson Anderson
An Artist Priest’s Guide To The Parish Ministry: Calling Forth Adaptive Leaders In The Church
This thesis explores the connections between art, priestly ministry and the fostering of adaptive leadership in the Episcopal Church at this point in time. Drawing from both practical and academic sources, the author underscores the importance of leadership in the church that can adequately meet the tasks of transition and change facing our denomination. For any creative priest who wonders how to access and use their particular gifts as a servant leader within a parish setting, this thesis will bring you encouragement and hope.