When I completed “Leading Turnaround Churches” in 2001, I had no idea what God would do with this simple book. Six years later, we have shared the LTC principles in 50 states, 7 countries, with over 30 different denominations.

Leading Turnaround Churches is now in its third printing.

I have been asked to share these principles across the nation in well over 100 various settings. During the past six years, I have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions (FAQ). At the request of our publisher, these are being compiled for our new book.  

The 10 FAQ’s listed below will also provide new material for our newest seminar: BEYOND TURNAROUND which is now being booked for 2008.

1)    In LTC training, you speak of the need to confront divisive and difficult church members. Is confrontation always necessary?

2)    In LTC training, you talk about “blood shed” as a probable ingredient in turnaround. What exactly are you suggesting?

3)    When dealing with chronically difficult people, should we just tell them to leave?

4)    It appears that you and many other turnaround leaders are “Type A” personalities. What if we are not that type of person? Can God use us to implement effective turnaround? At the end of this training, I have concluded I do not have what it takes to be a turnaround leader. What should I do?

5)    In the first day of LTC you seem to imply the leader is the CEO. What about the team work, collegiality and congregational imput?

6)    The second day of LTC you talk much about building consensus. I thought it was the Pastor’s job to lead. Explain how a leader can be a consensus builder?

7)    My denomination has an appointment system. They move pastors routinely every so many years. If it takes up to 7 years to become the “leader”, how can I ever do what you are suggesting?

8)    My denomination wants the people to be loyal to them, not to the pastor. If I begin to do anything which creates short term dissatisfaction, they will simply move me. Why bother trying to create healthy change?

9)    Is there anything wrong with shepherding a church and not being worried about growth? Why is growth so necessary?

10) You talk about the importance of having a ministry coach. Where can I find such a person at a price I can afford?