Ruth Haley Barton
Ruth Haley Barton (Doctor of Divinity, Northern Seminary) is Founder and Chief Essence Officer of the Transforming Center. A teacher, seasoned spiritual director (Shalem Institute), and retreat leader, she is the author of numerous books and resources on the spiritual life including Life Together in Christ, Pursuing God’s Will Together, Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership, Sacred Rhythms, and Invitation to Solitude and Silence.
Articles for Worship & Creative
When Prayer and Corporate Worship Aren’t Working
I was sure I could make it all work if I just tried harder. And try harder I did—to the point that I was not only exhausted from ministry but exhausted from trying to become a better person.
Articles for Pastors
Pastor, Do You Need a Pastor?
Many church staffs have a performance-oriented driven-ness that is hard to quiet. There is a longing for more, but more of what?
Articles for Pastors
When Leaders Lose Their Souls
Jesus indicates that it is possible to gain the whole world but lose your own soul. If he were talking to us as leaders today, he might point out that it is possible to gain the whole world—including the world of ministry success—and lose your own soul in the midst of it all.
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