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All People Considered | Never too late

More older students are pursuing theological degrees. What schools need to know.

By Trish Shea

The trend of older students continues. How should theological schools respond?

A New Look at Boards

In Trust Center initiative provides the first study of boards in theological education in more than a decade

By Matt Hufman

A new survey as part of the In Trust Center’s Governance Initiative provides a new look…

Memo to boards: It’s not about you

Today’s students have different needs. Wait-and-see is not a solution.

By Trish Shea

Rick Staisloff, a consultant with a long history in higher education, says that theological education are…

Power Points | Board Orientation Essentials

Here are five keys to for bringing new members on board

Power Points are short observations and statements to help leaders consider and sharpen the work they’re…

The Issue of Power

The shadow of abuse looms large in the Church today, a symptom of power dynamics between religious leaders and those they shepherd

By Patricia Paddey

There are any number of stories of prominent Christian leaders whose names have hit the headlines…

A Transformative Path

A Pathways for Tomorrow grant brings schools together to focus on a raising new leaders in the Church

By Mark Kelly

Latinos comprise nearly one-half of Catholic parishioners in the United States today, a dramatic cultural shift…

Shared Governance is Smooth Like Jazz

Finding the right way forward in shared governance is like getting everyone on the same page of music

By Heather Grennan Gary

Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or not, chances are that when you hear a jazz combo…

Relics | The Good Book(s)

The Studer Bible Collection at AMBS

By Heather Grennan Gary

With more than 5,000 items, the collection provides a wide range of interest.