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Expertise
I will answer questions about strategic planning, conflict management, fund raising, and clergy transition in synagogues and churches.
Experience in the area
I have fifteen years' experience assisting congregations as a consultant and denominational official. As a Senior Consultant for the Alban Institute I work with a wide range of churches and synagogues across North America. Previously I served 12 years as a parish minister.
Organizations
Society for Professionals in Dispute Resolution.
Unitarian Universalist Ministers Association
Publications
Ministry and Money: A Guide for Clergy and Their Friends (Alban, 2002).
Congregations: the Alban Institute Journal.
The Journal of Unitarian Universalist History.
Education/Credentials
B.A. Oberlin College
M.Div. Harvard University
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathy | 05/08/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks. You confirmed my concerns. I appreciate ..... |
| kendall | 01/09/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Wow! asked my question at 6:24 got ..... |
| Terrell Pugh | 03/12/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank You Much! |
| Lee | 10/20/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for your guidance...I will consult ..... |
| Concerned leader (non-minister) | 09/23/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you. There are some things to ..... |
Recent Answers from Dan Hotchkiss
2012-05-11 previous question:
Dear Kathy, I see two questions in your message. One is whether your Pastor is at risk for the way he handles his taxes, and the other is whether you may be at risk for the way you are managing his
2011-12-05 ministry name and tagline:
Dear Tom, The most important challenge in starting a new ministry is to get to know the people you hope to reach, so that you can communicate with them in terms of the things they are already looking
2011-02-02 Is the God of the Bible an Imposter?:
If you begin by thinking--as some churches teach--that the Bible is one book, perfect and consistent in every detail, then you can easily find passages in the Bible that shock you. The Bible actually
2011-01-09 tax exempt ministries:
From the information you give, the arrangement certainly looks fishy. IRS oversight of congregations is looser than for other charities, but the same essential criteria apply. You can learn more about
2010-12-12 dealing with sickness:
Brother Ed, When the pastor gets sick, the congregation often responds as a child might to an ailing parent. A few may be mature enough to see you as a person and respond with real compassion, but most
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