Features

10	Lay leadership: Not an oxymoron Four challenges for the future of ministry By: John B. Klassen, OSB
12	Linking parishes: Six strategies for the future Creative ways to meet today’s challenges By: Marti R. Jewell
14	Multicultural ministry in your parish Become a border-crosser and a bridge-builder By: Rufino Zaragoza, OFM
16	Case study: Pastor, plumber, or CEO? Manage multiple parishes with less stress By: Kevin C. Mullins, OSA, and Marc G. Reamer, OFM
19	Today’s Parish Leader: Initial steps toward effective Christian leadership Planning for the future of the parish By: Kathy Kleinlein

Columns

4	Editor's note By: Nick Wagner
5	Liturgy Tip By: Nick Wagner
6	Tools for evangelization By: Mike St. Pierre
8	Lay ecclesial ministry guide By: David DeLambo
23	The Good Steward By: Cathy Rusin
24	Five Simple Steps By: Deborah McCann
25	The Soulful Minister By: Colleen Griffith
26	Adult Faith Formation By: Mary Birmingham
28	Q&A By: Paul Boudreau
30	Initiation Ministry By: Joseph P. Sinwell
32	Can I Get an Amen? By: Jim Schmitmeyer
34	Pastoring on Purpose By: Jason and Jodi Womack
36	Diary of a Parish Priest By: Tony Meadows
38	Blessings for Parish Life By: Diana Macalintal

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