I have found the meaning of this ministry in several important ways. First, every believer is a minister. This comes …
The Matter of Giftedness
At one of our conferences, a pastor’s wife shared an insightful observation. She said she had noticed that those who …
The Central Message: “Lay People Are Pastoring”
Dr. Melvin’s repeated declaration, “Lay People Are Pastoring,” is more than a slogan; it is a theological conviction supported by …
SIB.KIS Ministry Concept
Many people say, “Look at the forest, not just the tree.” When I searched this expression again, I found several …
Pastoring or Pestering
Caring can be called “pastoring” in pastoral language. But there is another similar-sounding word: “pestering,” which means bothering or annoying …
Characteristics of Lay Pastors Ministry
Naming the Ministry The ministry we are describing is called the Lay Pastors Ministry, meaning a ministry of pastoral care …
Change and Paradigm Shift
We cannot avoid change in this ministry. Once we begin Lay Pastors Ministry or PACE, we must accept that some …
They Will Make Many Mistakes
There are also some uncomfortable issues in this ministry. We call this a “paradigm shift.” Changing the way we have …
Partners in Ministry
At the beginning of my seminars on lay pastoral care, I often ask participants a simple question: “Do you see …
PACE Training Manual Summary (Modules 1–12)
The PACE Training Manual consists of twelve training modules derived from Dr. Melvin J. Steinbron’s first book, Can the Pastor Do It …
