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Indiana Ministries Update

July 11, 2011 - Vol 3, Issue 14

How's Your Emotional Intelligence?

by Dr. Doug Talley

That question often surprises people as many are not aware that emotional intelligence even exists. We are aware of IQ which measures one's cognitive ability, but emotional intelligence? What is it and why is it important?

Emotional Intelligence (EI or EQ) is a person's ability to understand and manage his or her emotions and the emotions of others. Four core components of it are:

Understanding & being aware of your own emotions,
Managing yourself and your emotions,
Understanding the emotions of others,
Managing relationships in light of other's emotions.

Emotional Intelligence is rooted in brain research and relates to the limbic system, so it actually has an empirical basis. It is almost like we have two brains - one for our emotions and one for thinking. What they are discovering in brain studies is that the emotional brain has significant influence on the thinking brain and can even overpower it. When it does, our ability to manage ourselves and influence others positively wanes.

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Our staff lifted these congregations and their pastors in prayer recently.

Join us in saying a prayer on their behalf:

Indianapolis

Pasadena Heights Church

Pastor James Morehead

Indianapolis

The Church at the Crossing

Pastor Steven Rennick

Indianapolis

Westlake Community Church

Pastor Mike Cottrell

Kendallville

First Church of God

Pastor James Kane

Kirklin

Church of God

Pastor Richard Pursifull

scott livingston integratEI

Emotional Intelligence Workshop

August 22, 2011

10:00am - 3:00pm

Indiana Ministries

What makes a person successful and effective in ministry? It might surprise you that along with a vibrant relationship with God, one of if not the most critical factors has to do with the pastor's Emotional Intelligence.

Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a model for leadership success for both the tasks we must complete and the important relationships that are critical to impactful outcomes. Many experts say that leadership comes down to two primary objectives: leading change and leading relationships. Leading both change and relationships brings tension and complexity into the life and role of the leader. Understanding and managing the impact that emotions can have on leaders is one step that can lead to success.

The overall goal of this workshop is to improve the participant's awareness of the impact emotions have on behaviors, decision-making, and judgment. The workshop will include a valid and reliable self-assessment, a workbook, and several work tools that can be used to continue the leader development journey.

This IM sponsored training event will be led by Scott Livingston (http://www.integratei.com/). Scott is an Executive Coach and Leadership Development expert who understands the role EI plays in ministry, as well as business and other areas.

Cost:

Pastors, Lay Leaders & Persons in the IM Credentialing process: $60

SHAPE Participants: $25

Cost includes an in-depth EI assessment tool and lunch. You can register by clicking here or emailing Cassandra:cmichel@indianaministries.org.

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2012 Church of God Ministries Yearbook??

Annual registration with Church of God Ministries provides updated information publishable in the 2012 Yearbook of the Church of God. It is an expression of connectivity with the Church of God.

The minister's registration, although often completed by a church, is separate from the church registration.

The clergy ID card is a benefit of registration. Cards are typically mailed to registered ministers in late December or early January.

www.chog.org/AnnualReg

*This registration is separate from your 2011 Indiana Ministries Credential Update*

*In March, Lonnie Bullock led the below workshop for Indiana Ministries. It is being offered again on August 6 in Plainfield (First Baptist Church, 1012 Stafford Road). So if you missed it in March, you can attend this offering for FREE!

Free Workshop...

"How to Open the Front Door and Close the Back Door in a Changing Culture."

Thanks to everyone who expressed interest in hosting the free workshop. We have decided on the locations of the workshops and they are listed below.

The workshop focuses on building bridges to the community in the 21st century, the importance of a strong first impressions ministry and how to build an effective follow up and assimilation process. We will share proven principles and best practice methods for opening the front door and closing the back door in today's culture.

If you would like to register for any of the workshops please click here. Registration is free.

August 6, 2011 (Indianapolis area)

Sponsored by the American Baptist Churches of Indiana & Kentucky

Local Church:

First Baptist Church

1012 Stafford

Plainfield, IN 46168

Pastors may attend for FREE!