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At Home & Church
Mark’s Latest
Making More COVID Lemonade
Like you, I’m tired of talking about that stupid virus. We are all ready to move on with our lives and ministries, but before we do, let’s take stock of some of the sovereign surprises we have seen this spring and summer. What are some of the COVID lemons that church...
I’m Not Sure What To Do About Racial Issues
Can I be honest and admit that I'm never sure what to say or do when cultural chaos ensues? I don’t typically shake my fist or point my finger at every news update, but when sinful, systemic racism and/or injustice takes center stage, men and women of God need to...
Does Your Pastor Need A Support Team?
While everyone wants a healthy pastor who lives and serves with integrity, some church leaders are in a strategic position to help their pastor stay above reproach. My last church created a Pastoral Support Team to help me to lead my life, family, and ministry well....
My Simple Quarantine Routine
The Gospel is the good news about the finished work of Jesus, yet a pastor’s work never seems to be finished – especially during a crisis. Pastors and ministry leaders have been in a hard ministry sprint for over a month, and we are tired. This season has brought both...
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Shepherding in the Shadow of Death
Paul W. Powell & Mark Dance
The Struggle is Real
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About Mark & Janet Dance
Mark Dance, D.Min. is the Director of Pastoral Development for Oklahoma Baptists, as well as the Executive Director of Care4Pastors. Mark previously served as a senior pastor for 28 years before becoming an associate vice president at LifeWay in 2014. Mark and Janet moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2020 and have two adult children and a son-in-law living in Arkansas.
About Mark & Janet Dance
Mark Dance, D.Min. is the Director of Pastoral Development for Oklahoma Baptists, as well as the Executive Director of Care4Pastors. Mark previously served as a senior pastor for 28 years before becoming an associate vice president at LifeWay in 2014. Mark and Janet moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2020 and have two adult children and a son-in-law living in Arkansas.