The Ministry of Administration
Administration is a spiritual gift to serve the church (1 Corinthians 12:8). What is the role of an administrator in church life, and how can they be supported best?
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In this episode, Phil Topham (Executive Director) is joined by Gavin Smith (Christ Church Newport) to discuss the role of administrator in the church, where it fits into church life, and support and resources for administrators.
00:00 - Introduction
03:02 - The role of an administrator
08:37 - 'The Church Office'
14:12 - What policies should churches have in place?
18:41 - First steps for smaller churches
22:53 - Delegating administration responsibilities
27:51 - What policies do churches often miss?
Show notes
- The Church Office (thechurchoffice.co.uk)
- Essential Employment Policies and Procedures Every GB Church Should Have (thechurchoffice.co.uk)
- thirtyone:eight (thirtyoneeight.org)
- Christian Safeguarding Services (thecss.co.uk)
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