[DCE Youth] Christian Education Leadership - Spring 2007 - Family Process in Church

Fri Apr 13 08:54:14 CDT 2007

Brothers and Sisters

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Blessings

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Without Jesus Christ, 

people will miss the best in 

this life and everything in the next

Christian Education Leadership
Developing Lifespan Servant Leaders in Ministry 
Published Quarterly by Concordia DCE Directors, LEA DCEnet & KINDLE

Spring 2007

Opening Thoughts 

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What do you find to be the most difficult element of ministry?  There are
many parts of ministry that can be complicated because people and
relationships can be complicated.  We are called to relational ministry
because the One we worship is relational.  However, administrating
relationships is challenging, considering the countless dynamics involved in
the process.  Through leadership studies, individuals have identified social
scientific approaches to the way group processes unfold.  

If you are anything like me, I wish someone could build a bridge between the
massive gap of research/theory and practice.  At times, I forget that God
created individuals with their own unique patterns, behavior and processes.
Instead, I believe everyone should think and act like I think and act.
Thankfully, I have come to realize that understanding these behavioral
dynamics is integral to viewing individuals as part of a big picture, God's
big picture - His Church.  As I appreciate the fact that God's Church is a
living, dynamic institution, and that each congregational member and guest
is part of an interacting or interrelating group, I become conscious of the
diversity, attempting to view the whole and not the single part.  This is
systems thinking. 

May you be encouraged by DCE Bob Brantsch's (and Edwin Friedman's) words on
the complex topic of family systems and group processes.  More importantly,
may you always be reminded that the Risen Savior who restores and walks with
us through the process of spiritual transformation also walks with us
through the process of relational ministry.

He is Risen! 

DCE Vanessa Seifert serves as Director of Youth and Family Ministries,
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, School & Childcare, San Antonio, TX,
and is a member of the LEA DCEnet Leadership Team. 

Generation to Generation:

Family Process in Church and Synagogue by Edwin H. Friedman
Reviewed by Bob Brantsch, DCE, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Hudson, OH 

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Over the past several years, I've heard many high recommendations about
Friedman and his writing on systems through KINDLE and from colleagues. This
book has been in publication for over 20 years and taught in university and
seminary classes. Finally this year, I hunkered down and took the time to
read this 300 page book. Don't wait eight years to read this book like I
did. And, you don't need to read the entire book to pull a lot out and apply
to your ministry setting. I am no expert on systems, but want to share what
I've learned about systems from this book. This article is a summary and
paraphrase of the main aspects of this fascinating topic. For more details,
information, and explanation, get the book and keep it on your shelf.
Because of the depth of this topic and the length of this article, I am not
peppering it with illustrations, reflections from my life, or examples from
my experience. If you would like specific examples or stories from my life,
contact me at 330.650.6550 x13 or  <mailto:RJBrantsch at aol.com>
RJBrantsch at aol.com.

Linear Thinking

We tend to think in linear and concrete fashions such as: A + B = C. In
linear thinking we tend to look at issues that must be solved and
personalities that must be addressed. Linear thinking tends to apply the
laws of math and physics to human dynamics. This type of thinking ends up
being reactionary and discounts the many factors of an organic system in
which we work. 

Systems Thinking

Systems thinking looks at A, B, C, and D together. It looks at the role and
position of people in the system and their function. It views all factors
related to each person individually, in pairs, triangles, and how they have
little or much influence on issues and people. 

Self Differentiation

We must define who we are, our role, our functioning, our boundaries, our
goals, and remain in relationship with everyone. It is the ability to be an
"I" in a system of "we." It is when and where we can say "no" and maintain
boundaries. It is the ability to be your self. It is the ability to find
common ground and agree with those whom you normally don't agree with. It is
the ability to disagree with your friends. Finally, differentiation requires
us to maintain a nonanxious presence in the midst of turmoil.

Nonanxious Presence

Developing an attitude and personality of being nonanxious and
nonreactionary is crucial, especially in stressful situations. Anxiety's
major tone is seriousness, so using humor is helpful. Ways of being humorous
include being paradoxical, challenging, earthy, sometimes crazy, and even
devilish. Using appropriate and well timed humor can help lower anxiety,
relax people, and bring about a spirit of playfulness in a system. It helps
us take issues less seriously. It helps refocus issues and can improve
relationships between people by giving them common ground - the ability to
laugh together. 

Underfunctioning

If there is someone who is not doing their job or is not effective, you
address with them their ineffectiveness. You make them accountable for what
they say and do. But what often happens is that we avoid confrontation to
spare the person's feelings, make excuses for their ineffectiveness, or "let
it slide." This can be someone who underfunctions. However, someone who is
underfunctioning may be doing so, because of the overall health of the
system and the strong presence of someone who is overfunctioning. 

Overfunctioning

One who overfunctions is often the hero of the staff. S/he who overfunctions
will often feel being stuck with all the responsibility. The system will
often overlook his/her birthday or anniversary. S/he will be less likely to
be forgiven of mistakes and get less balance of credit due. Those who
overfunction will take pity on the one who underfunctions. One of the most
devastating effects of overfunctioning is that it destroys the spiritual
quality of the leader.

Triangles

Triangles are when you have two parties who have a problem and a third party
is brought in to create balance or to strengthen one of the relationships.
This evolves into two vs. one. Often the third party in a triangle is an
overfunctioner and the one taking responsibility for the entire relationship
system. 

When you find yourself in a triangle, maintain yourself. Maintain your
distance. Maintain your closeness. This is perhaps the toughest part of
maintaining triangles. Anyone can avoid people, disconnect from
relationships, distance themselves from situations. But we must remain
connected and in relationship with people. Still we must manage our ability
to be self differentiated. 

The Identified Patient

This happens when a system misdirects or assigns one person as the
"problem." This is when a scapegoat is found and assigned blame. S/he is
isolated from the functioning of the overall system. Once the person leaves,
old issues resurface or new ones develop, with new people. The issues
change. The people change. But the system remains the same.

Secrets

Secrets divide a family - those who keep the secret and those who don't know
the secret. The people who know the secret communicate better with one
another than those who do not know the secret. The gap may increase over
time creating an "in the know crowd" and a "don't need to know crowd."
Secrets also create false companionship between people. Secrets also distort
the perception of the person or situation because the whole story is not
revealed. Finally, secrets raise anxiety and increase dysfunction because of
the unknown information. 

Suggestions

*	Focus on process of the entire system rather than personalities or
issues. 
*	Modify structure, rather than eliminate dysfunction. 
*	Do not own issues that are not yours. 
*	Do not pursue issues that are not that important. Most are not that
important. 
*	Own yourself, your actions, and reactions. 
*	Remain flexible with multiple outcomes with multiple people. 
*	Remain self differentiated. Be your self. Be able to find common
ground and agree with those whom normally you don't agree with. Be able to
disagree with your friends. 
*	Remain connected to everyone in the midst of disagreements, crises,
and difficult times. 

"If we must conceive of leadership in terms of expertise, rather than self
definition, none of us will ever feel adequately prepared." 

- Edwin Friedman

Research

Dr. Jim McConnell, DCE Program Director, Concordia University Austin, TX

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While research is one of those things I rarely found the time, or actually
the need or desire to do as a parish DCE, my embarking into the field of
higher education seven years ago changed that.  The pursuit of a doctorate
brought about the emphasis and need to look seriously at research.
Honestly, I struggled with the selection of a "worthwhile" topic because I
wanted the results to be useful and understandable to those in my
profession.  Well, thanks to the nearly 400 DCEs who took the time to
complete my very lengthy survey several years ago, I did learn some useful
and encouraging information about DCE ministry.  No, you didn't read about
my results in a journal because I didn't seek that outlet.  Here's the
summary in simple, understandable language with no graphs or charts.  It's
good news and something we should all be pleased about.

About half of the DCEs actively serving a congregation are under the age of
36, yet almost 10% of those serving are over 51 years of age.  It is my hope
that this information encourages you, and your congregation, to see this
ministry as a life-long career.  Don't let age define or confine you.

DCEs are very satisfied in ministry, especially with the work environment,
their relationship with the pastor(s), relationships with parents of
children and youth, and relationships with the children and youth
themselves.  Over 80% of the nearly 400 DCEs who responded were somewhat or
very satisfied with their position.  More good news showed that in the areas
of compensation, continuing education, and personal and spiritual needs,
DCEs were very satisfied with salary and benefits and felt there was
adequate opportunity for continuing education, as well as the attainment of
personal spiritual needs.

DCEs view their job as a ministry and a calling from God and have a strong
sense of commitment to ministry.  In addition, there is strong agreement in
being treated as a valued professional and in feeling confidence, respect
and recognition from their teammate(s).

Additionally, DCEs strongly agree that their pastor is sensitive to their
needs and abilities, is a strong advocate for them and has a good
relationship with the church staff.  Finally, again over 80% stated an
overall satisfaction with ministry that is increasing or staying the same.

So, does that mean there are no problems in DCE ministry?  No, certainly
there were areas of dissatisfaction related to duties and responsibilities,
especially in the areas of volunteer recruitment and work load.  As with any
vocation, there is also concern over the viability of the profession and
employability for the future.  Even though 20% of the DCEs were entertaining
thoughts of leaving the ministry, most were due to career change or family
issues, such as attending the seminary, starting a family or getting
married.  

As DCEs, we have much to rejoice about.  While there will always be areas of
contention among staff and days of doubt, overall our ministry is strong as
is our staff relationships, sense of calling and commitment to ministry.
That's the simple explanation of three years of research.  It's good news to
me and hopefully, to you too!  However, if you want the charts and
statistics, drop me an email and I'll send you 174 pages that will guarantee
to put you to sleep on those nights when the challenges of ministry tend to
keep you awake.

Online Survey

Watch for an online survey on what you need from a professional
organization.  

Resource Review

DCE Cynthia Wheeler, Senior Editor of Vacation Bible School Materials,
Concordia Publishing House, St. Louis, MO

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Title of Resource: You Want Me to Lead Devotions? 
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Author: DCE Jeffrey E. Meinz 
Publisher: Concordia Publishing House 
Date Published: 2007
Number of Pages: 112 
Cost: $14.99

Purpose 
You're asked to do devotions for a group on short notice. You want to do
something Scriptural, Christ-centered, meaningful, creative, encouraging,
and active . . . all in a few minutes! Impossible? Not if you use this
resource of 52 devotions. The author envisioned this non-traditional
devotion book as an effective way to offer "a deeper understanding of who
Jesus is" without hours of planning.

Each devotion includes these parts: 1) Scripture springboard; 2) activity;
3) commentary; 4) personal story; 5) concordance (your chance to add other
related Scripture); 6) meditation; and 7) prayer springboard. 

Emphasize a few parts if time is short; use all of them or extend sections
if time permits. This resource easily adapts to fit your unique time,
people, and place.

Issues Addressed 
This devotion book garners creativity, participation, Christ-centeredness,
adaptability, resourcefulness, and appropriate time usage for the busy
church professional or volunteer. 

The resource equips leaders with a host of creative ideas based on a variety
of Old and New Testament verses. Because people learn and remember better by
doing, each devotion has a brief activity to give new perspective and deeper
understanding of the selected Scripture. Activities are insightful, fun, and
quickly illustrate the point with easy-to-find, inexpensive resources, such
as index cards, paper clips, paper plates, pennies, and flashlights. 

Inductive commentary sections have real-life tie-ins and Christ-centered
insights. Leaders may share brief personal stories on a specific topic or
ask people to share experiences with the same guidelines. Brief mediation on
a related Bible verse expands understanding and personal application.

In a few minutes, you have a great devotion ready to use. The only problem
will be trying to decide which to use first! 

Major Assertions 
Author Jeffrey Meinz, Director of Youth Ministry at Holy Cross Lutheran
Church in Colorado Springs, defines devotions as "those five-minute
meditations conducted just prior to a meeting or event." Many of these
devotions fit this time frame, but others would or could take longer,
depending on group size and participation.

Jeff also says, "Devotions set the framework by which we agree to meet: God
is present in this place, and we will be Christlike to one another." The
resources offered certainly carry this intention forward. 

Finally, Jeff also succeeds at offering a resource that lets the devotion
leader "plan efficiently and effectively, without spending hours planning
for one simple, five-minute devotion."

Usefulness
The pick-up-and-go characteristic of "You Want Me To Lead Devotions?!" make
it highly useful. If used for youth activities, some devotions would be
better suited as extended youth nights, others could be used for two-part
sessions, especially at a retreat or lock-in.

Many devotions would also work for board meetings or other small groups.
They were well received at department devotions at Concordia Publishing
House.

Reading /Viewing Difficulty

Although written for use by adult leaders, this resource could also be used
by youth or volunteers to plan devotions for their peers.

Recommendations

"You Want Me To Lead Devotions?!" would be a great addition for youth
activities, board or committee meetings, and small groups. Plan ahead,
choose devotions for the year or wait until the last minute. Either way this
resource won't disappoint.

Click for More Information

DCEnet News

DCE Cindy Twillman, DCEnet Leadership Team Chair 

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Greetings in the name of our risen Savior!

May God bless each of you as you seek to serve Him and His church, sharing
with others the wonderful news of Easter!

In the January edition of this publication I announced the purpose for the
2007 DCE Leadership Summit which was held February 1-2, 2007, in St. Louis.
Through this event, DCEs from several ministry areas, field DCEs, Concordia
University representatives, District Executives and a representative of
Synod, were together to discuss the future of DCE ministry.  A detailed
summary of the event can be read by clicking on the link provided below.

In addition to participating in this event, members of the LEA DCEnet
Leadership Team were also privileged to be included as participants in the
KINDLE Vision Summit held at the end of February.  Through opportunities
such as this, we continue to seek to provide representation for all DCEs in
the advancement of DCE ministry.

As my service on the DCEnet Leadership Team comes to a close at the end of
June, I thank each of you for the opportunity and the privilege it has been
to serve and represent you throughout the past six years.  It is my prayer
that God will continue to bless the ministry of all DCEs as together we seek
to serve Him and His church through the advancement of the Gospel.

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KINDLE News

DCE Jack Giles, KINDLE Board of Directors

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We have just concluded the KINDLE Vision Summit (Feb. 22-24) in Mundelein --
and the view from the Summit is grand! KINDLE Board members and guests (23
people in all) spent time exploring KINDLE's mission and operations, moving
forward. One exciting outcome of the Summit: a new mission statement! 

KINDLE'S mission is to enhance the Church by fostering and multiplying
servant leaders. 

Watch more information on KINDLE's future!! 

Applications are being accepted for the 2008 KINDLE Learning Cycle.  The
deadline for submitting applications is May 1, 2007.  With many
congregations setting their budgets for the coming year, don't delay in
exploring the possibility with your congregation. The 2008 residency dates
are -- 

October 1-4, 2007
January 28-31, 2008 
August 11-14, 2008

The KINDLE Board of Directors set the 2008 registration fee for the
year-long KINDLE Learning Cycle at $2,200.  An initial deposit of $100 is
required at the time of application.  If you are accepted you will be asked
to submit $1,050 by July 15, 2007 and the remaining $1,050 at the first
learning event in October 2007.

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Concordia DCE Program Update

Paul Schoepp, DCE, PhD, Concordia University College of Alberta 

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congregations as teachers of the faith across the lifespan exists north of
the 49th parallel.  The letters are a little different in Canada-DPS
(Director of Parish Services) rather than DCE-just think of it as a
conversion into metric.  DPS students in Canada prepare for ministry with
religious studies coursework concerning the content, history and
interpretation of scripture.  They also receive education and psychology
coursework regarding theory and skills in teaching and counseling and giving
them a solid grounding in the developmental characteristics and phases of
people across the lifespan. Additionally, they take other specific
coursework in the areas of youth ministry, administration and team ministry,
evangelism, world missions, adult education, family ministry, and the
foundations of Christian education ministry.  All this combined with
extensive fieldwork and internship experiences prepare them to function in a
congregational ministry setting and effectively teach the faith to children,
youth, adults and families.  

Next time you hear the weatherman blaming the latest cold weather on a
Canadian air mass remember your DPS partners in the gospel to the north-both
those in the field and those at Concordia Edmonton preparing to serve.
Know that the warmth of the gospel gives life no matter where we live and
serve.

District & Synodical News

DCE Jim Bradshaw, Kansas District LCMS

Greetings Easter people!

All LC-MS rostered educators are required to regularly update their Lutheran
Educator Information Form (LEIF) online at www.lsportal.net
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approved by the Council of Presidents in November, 2005, includes DCEs along
with all other rostered Minister of Religion - Commissioned workers of Synod
(teachers, principals, DCOs, etc.).

The process of completing the LEIF is easy as you simply fill in the blanks
and click the "finished" button.  The forms are then electronically
available to District Offices for the search process for congregations and
schools desiring a call list.   Again, the Lutheran School Portal is the
delivery system for DCEs to navigate their LEIF.  Although the Portal
requires a membership fee, DCEs have been granted "LEIF only" access at a no
charge basis through their District Office.

I have invited Dr. Perry Bresemann, LCMS Associate Director of School
Ministry and National Technology Director, to address this important issue
in more detail through the following article.  Thank you Dr. Bresemann for
your efforts in bringing clarity to this process for our DCEs! 

Easter joy - He lives!

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Christian Education Leadership

Published quarterly by:

*	DCE District Executives 
*	DCE Program Schools 
*	KINDLE 
*	LEA DCENet 

For Information contact:

DCE Vanessa Seifert 
DCEnet Resource Coordinator
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Permission is granted to copy this newsletter for local ministry use. 

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