We are all told to expect the unexpected. Those of us in ministry certainly know one thing: we never know what’s coming next. Hurricane Sandy or other natural disasters, unexpected plant closings that leave thousands unemployed, or the tragic shooting right here in my own hometown of Chardon earlier this year — a crisis like any of these can blindside us, leaving ministry leaders wondering how to best prepare their ministry for a crisis they can’t see coming. We certainly saw this happen... Read more