African American Church Management Handbook

This may be the best handbook I have ever read on this topic. I have to admit that I was never a big Floyd Flake fan. I first heard him preach many years ago at my former church, and I tabbed him as "not my style." However, at my commencement from New Brunswick Theological Seminary in May 2007, the keynote speaker was none other than Dr. Flake. My expectations weren't very high, but I could never have been more wrong. Dr. Flake was phenomenal. He spoke a word to and through the lives of any seminarian who has any aspiration at all of being a world changer. He preached life lessons and instructions for going out and spreading the gospel message while addressing issues of contemporary significance. I could not resist giving a few "amen's" and "hallelujah's" because the man was so on target.I left with an inspiration and new level of respect for Dr. Flake. A respect duly deserved as I looked at his resume later. Dr. Flake chronicles in very practical language, and with very clear instructions the path that God led him on in his journey as pastor of Greater Allen Cathedral in this book. He gives sound advice that cannot be ignored because the man has a track record of success. I read this book in one day. I just couldn't put it down. I honestly feel that this is a resource that I will keep with me and use often as a pastor. Its just one of those books that you have to keep with you until you have absorbed all of the principles.If this book has one flaw, it's the title. This book does address issues specific to the African American church (and does so quite well), but any inner city/urban pastor will benefit from Dr. Flake's marvelous insights.

I have read this book and found it to be very helpful. The material covered much of what I needed to know. I work in the office of the church I attend and wanted to increase my knowledge. The book was very helpful. I also got some new ideal of how to be a help to my pastor and the church for the upbuilding of God's kingdom. The book was very knowledgeable regarding leadership and how to conduct oneself and how to handle church books and church business . I have added the book to my library and will keep it to refer back to.When I purchased the book it was in great codition and was delivered promptly.

This book has so many salient points unique to the black church perspective. It's refreshing to study the church through the lens of the black experience. The authors have correctly prescribed a book for African -American church leadership. 20-20

Great book for pastors, executive & administration pastors. If you want a place to start getting the church administration in order look no further this is the book for you. It's a great springboard.

A MUST read for church Administrators. Excellent insight by the authors. It is now a part of my library and is a go to book for me!

Very good and informative book

Excellent materials for Pastors....whether you are new or seasoned...you've got to read this to assist with the management of your church and staff.

This book will be used as a tool.