Reflections on Leadership
Overview
Reflections on Leadership was a series of testimonials written by members Andover Newton’s Advisory Council that focused on the future of leadership in light of Andover Newton’s historic mission:
Deeply rooted in Christian faith and radically open to what God is doing now, Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School educates inspiring leaders for faith communities.
As guardians of this mission, board members share wisdom they have acquired from their own personal context, whether that be parish ministry or another professional setting.
As they consider the phrase, “radically open to what God is doing now,” they offer insight about where and how they see Andover Newton’s mission informing, shaping, and healing spiritual leadership as we all move through today’s perfect storm of pandemic, anti-black racism, and economic distress.
What experience and/or wise counsel might be offered to those currently leading or those who will soon be leading faith communities navigating this storm? When communities are rooted in hope, what will leadership look like when we come out of the other side of these events?
These reflections come from a rich diversity of sources – clergy, deans, communications professionals, philanthropists, and professors. Each reflection is grounded in the individual trustee’s own discipline and offered in a discerning and thoughtful way. T
Trustees care about Andover Newton and they care about the church. They are inspired and inspiring leaders. In times like these, we all need direction that comes from careful and care-filled discernment. We draw on their generous wisdom, and we are grateful for it.
Reflections
| Author | Title |
|---|---|
| Jim Dana | “Comfort and Empowerment” |
| F. Timothy Moore (MDiv ‘89) | “God’s Kairos and Systems Theory” |
| Don Ng (MDiv ‘75) | “Perfect Storm” |
| Davida Foy Crabtree (MDiv ‘72) | “A Ministry of Absence” |
| Abner Cotto-Bonilla (‘18) | “Inspiring Leaders?” |
| Susan Townsley | “Essential Leadership Skills, Now, and Always” |
|
Charles “Chaz” Howard (MDiv ’03)
|
“On Leadership, the Inner Life, and Beards” |
| Nancy Nienhuis | “Anchored in the Storm” |