FIRST-PERSON: Lift your pastor
ALPHARETTA, Ga. (BP) -- Michael Lewis, the North American Mission Board's executive director of pastoral care and development, invites your church to #LiftMyPastor. "When a pastor is lifted up, the entire church is lifted with encouragement," Lewis notes.
FIRST-PERSON: Why sabbaticals matter
Michael Lewis, executive director of pastoral care and development for the North American Mission Board, advocates for sabbaticals for pastors, whether at large or small churches.
Tips for beating holiday stress
ALPHARETTA, Ga. (BP) -- The holiday season is one of my favorite times of year. I love the opportunities it brings to spend time with my family and friends, enjoying good fellowship and good food in the process.