Publisher's Synopsis
""Church Folks: Being Practical Studies in Congregational Life"" is a book written by Ian Maclaren that explores the lives and experiences of members of a church congregation. Maclaren uses his own observations and experiences to provide practical insights into the challenges and joys of congregational life. He discusses topics such as the importance of community, the role of the pastor, and the challenges of maintaining a healthy church. Through his engaging and insightful writing, Maclaren provides a compelling portrait of the joys and struggles of being a member of a church community. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of congregational life and the role of the church in the lives of its members.1900. Ian Maclaren is the pen name of Dr. John Watson, who was known as a popular preacher and able minister, Content: How to Make the most of a Sermon; How to Make the Most of Your Minister; The Candy-Pull System in the Church; The Mutineer in the Church; Should the Old Clergyman Be Shot?; The Minister and the Organ; The Pew and the Man in it; The Genteel Tramps in Our Churches; Is the Minister an Idler?; The Minister and His Vacation; and The Revival of a Minister. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.