Four Tips for Dealing with Church Antagonists. However, they become antagonistic when the pastor and other ministry staff do not conduct ministry they way they think it should be done. When decisions that are made that are not decisions they would make. Often their preferences and their issues–theological persuasion, political temperament.
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- Antagonism exists in the church. It leaves in its wake broken lives: people who are hurt, discouraged, and apathetic. Although only a very few persons are antagonists, these individuals have the potential to disrupt and even destroy a congregation's mission and ministry.
- AFRICAN THEOLOGY OR BLACK THEOLOGY? TOWARD AN INTEGRAL AFRICAN THEOLOGY Mokgelhi B G Motlhabi Itumeleng Mosala concludes his essay OD 'TheRelevance of Traditional African Religions and Their Challenge to Black Theology' in thewords.
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Kenneth Haugk shows how congregational leaders can prevent or reduce much of the pain and suffering caused by antagonism in the church. He distinguishes between healthy conflict and destructive antagonism and shows how to cope productively with disruption.
Published January 1st 1988 by Augsburg Fortress Publishing
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I found this book quite helpful. I was nice to give language to particular behaviors, gather helpful response techniques, and especially not feel so crazy about things I have experienced/observed.
I am intrigued by the idea of a more up-to-date, similar book being written which connects these behaviors to the use of technology and social media... I can only hope someone might be working on that somewhere.
I am intrigued by the idea of a more up-to-date, similar book being written which connects these behaviors to the use of technology and social media... I can only hope someone might be working on that somewhere.
Jun 27, 2012Rev. Sharon Wylie rated it it was amazing
We assume that people in our congregations come into community to try and be our best selves together, and it can be jarring when that sometimes doesn't appear to be the case. In fact, it is often not the case! As this book describes, religious community can be a magnet for bad behavior because such behavior is often tolerated, in the name of peace and love, rather than confronted.
I first read this book as a lay leader, and it immediately helped me and the leadership group I was working with bet...more
Jul 29, 2010Nathan rated it really liked itI first read this book as a lay leader, and it immediately helped me and the leadership group I was working with bet...more
Recommends it for: denominational and congregational leaders
Section on identifying antagonists is helpful, but seems a little weak. Sections addressing how to handle an antagonist from beginning to end are excellent. Very good book for church leaders.
I wish I had read this book a long time ago
Aug 01, 2018Stephanie H Park rated it really liked it
Sad that I needed to read it, but very informative.
Nov 25, 2017Michael Nielsen rated it it was amazing
A book that every seminarian should read in their final year!
Sep 06, 2018Stephanie Cage rated it really liked it
Useful and interesting, in more than just a church context. They should write a version for the workplace generally.
It is sad that books like this are necessary, but we live in a fallen world and so they are necessary. This has been helpful to quantify destructive behaviors and how to address them.
May 07, 2017Jeannie Chambers rated it really liked it
One of the books of suggested reading for our church Vestry. Good information.
I'm not sure that I have encountered the type of antagonism Haugk describes, still, I wish I had read this book earlier in my ministry career. Haugk has given a great gift to Christian community with this writing. With the decline of cultural Christianity in the last 25 years, one wonders if the type of antagonism Haugk describes has diminished in the church. Regardless, this is a helpful read for clergy and all church leaders who are experiencing the frustration and fear that comes with dealing...more
Mar 15, 2016Timothy Olson rated it really liked it
This book helps you identify, deter, and overcome 'antagonists' while protecting yourself and your ministry.
'Antagonist' is used as a technical term to describe someone with (likely) psychological issues that make them unable to reason when they are in 'antagonist' mode. The book teaches methods on how to overcome their unreasonableness, mitigate their damage to the community, put a stop to the attacks, and get on with your life.
'Antagonist' is used as a technical term to describe someone with (likely) psychological issues that make them unable to reason when they are in 'antagonist' mode. The book teaches methods on how to overcome their unreasonableness, mitigate their damage to the community, put a stop to the attacks, and get on with your life.
Jul 28, 2010Jillberry rated it it was amazing
This book comprehensively defines this issue and offers tested wisdom and practice advice for biblically dealing with antagonism in the church. I hope I never need to deal with this in its full-blown state, but now I feel equipped to do so should the need arise, and I know how to spot the warning signs and put safeguards in place. This should be on every church leader's (staff and volunteer) book shelf.
Even though this book is written from a Christian perspective, I believe it would be very helpful for anyone in a religious, charitable or fraternal order. It clearly explains who to identify antagonists and how to deal with them. If more people paid attention so this sort of advice there would be less people for antagonists to prey on out there.
Oct 22, 2012Jefferson rated it liked it
Haugk described how to identify antagonists well, but his suggestions for working with/handling antagonists fell short. Shelley's Well Intentioned Dragons handled that aspect better than Haugk did here.
Jul 16, 2008Jonathan Watt rated it really liked it
This book was recommended to me by my pastor, when I told him I was going to the seminary. I recommend it for the same reasons he did. Hopefully you'll never have to deal with this kind of problem, but if you do, this is a first rate book.
Jan 30, 2016Alex rated it liked it
Describes how there are some people in some congregations who just want to stir up trouble and there's nothing you can do to satisfy them. It gives clues of what to look for so you can spot these people and gives guidelines for how to handle them so that they don't do permanent damage.
This book can be dangerous as some pastors might wish to make every disagreeable person an antagonist. Haugk demonstrates a Christian way to deal with people who make not only a pastor's life but other Christians' lives miserable. Highly recommended.
As the name suggests, this book is a bit of a manual. The advice is really quite good, and the book takes good Christian stances on the issues at stake. Very helpful.
Really clear understanding into churches which have experienced more than just the normal conflicts.
Jul 13, 2012Pete Williamson rated it really liked it
Very helpful.
Oct 08, 2014Tessa in Mid-Michigan rated it really liked it
Excellent help for pastors and anyone involved in church life. Gives guidelines for determining when enough is really enough.
Jan 28, 2009Douglas Wilson rated it really liked it
Very good.
A friend recommended that I get this book and read it. Useful book for a church leader who is dealing with trouble makers in the church.
Jan 30, 2016William Chamberlin rated it it was amazing
Practical ways on identifying problem people in your organization and ways for handling them.
Jun 28, 2012Cathy Schumacher rated it it was amazing
Another must-read for church workers, because we are as imperfect as those we serve -- and yet God loves us anyway!
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This study guide enables church boards, study groups, clergy convocations and other groups to discuss key questions, share experiences, and learn valuable skills for dealing with antagonism.
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This book provides a list of questions to accompany each chapter of the book. There are also suggestions for conducting a study group (how many sessions, how long should they last). The questions were helpful, but I expected more from a 'study guide.' I could imagine more dynamic ways of studying the book (more guidelines for role plays, case studies, how to talk about things that have happened in your own congregation, etc.). This would have felt more appropriate as a free and downloadable pdf...more
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