Governance and Ministry has become an indispensable resource for ministers and congregations looking for information on successful leadership models during challenging times. The book summarizes research on governance from the nonprofit sector and translates it into a church setting for clergy and lay leaders. The book highlights the ways congregations are unique and the distinctive challenges they face. This second edition of Governance and Ministry is updated and revised throughout, reflecting new research and the additional experience the author has gained through his frequent consulting work on the topic.