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Archer Press is proud to publish Good Governance is Worth the Effort: A Handbook for Christian Churches and Charities in Aotearoa, by Martyn Norrie. Charities operate in an increasingly complex environment. Their charitable status does not excuse them from governing their organisation in a manner that complies with the myriad of laws and regulations that apply to their day-to-day operation. This book is written to help leaders and board members of Christian charities as they seek to outwork their calling in New Zealand. It aims to help you to encourage the team that God has placed you in and to outwork His purposes in and through your organisation.
Endorsements for Good Governance is Worth the Effort:
I am so glad Martyn has written this book. For over 30 years I have chaired a variety of boards and at other times reported to them. It is my experience that governance is often misunderstood and done badly. Which is a tragedy because good and effective governance underpins any sustainable successful organisation. Marytn’s book will be a fabulous resource for anyone who finds themselves on a board in a church or the wider not-for-profit sector. It is written by a man who has had vast experience in this subject and has personally been a great resource for myself over the years.
Naomi Cowan, CEO, Equip
This is Gold! I wish I had this when I started out as Carey [Baptist College] Principal … although I did have you in person! It is practical and the New Zealand based comments and examples are unique. I can imagine this being a text in training institutions like Carey. It will be an excellent resource for leadership groups to work through—it will become a handbook for pastors and elders/boards. A great gift for boards to give to new members!
Rev Charles Hewlett, National Leader, Baptist Union of Churches
Coming up in 2019:
The Sutherland Lecture:
See our Store page for the latest titles.
Archer Press is proud to publish Good Governance is Worth the Effort: A Handbook for Christian Churches and Charities in Aotearoa, by Martyn Norrie. Charities operate in an increasingly complex environment. Their charitable status does not excuse them from governing their organisation in a manner that complies with the myriad of laws and regulations that apply to their day-to-day operation. This book is written to help leaders and board members of Christian charities as they seek to outwork their calling in New Zealand. It aims to help you to encourage the team that God has placed you in and to outwork His purposes in and through your organisation.
Endorsements for Good Governance is Worth the Effort:
I am so glad Martyn has written this book. For over 30 years I have chaired a variety of boards and at other times reported to them. It is my experience that governance is often misunderstood and done badly. Which is a tragedy because good and effective governance underpins any sustainable successful organisation. Marytn’s book will be a fabulous resource for anyone who finds themselves on a board in a church or the wider not-for-profit sector. It is written by a man who has had vast experience in this subject and has personally been a great resource for myself over the years.
Naomi Cowan, CEO, Equip
This is Gold! I wish I had this when I started out as Carey [Baptist College] Principal … although I did have you in person! It is practical and the New Zealand based comments and examples are unique. I can imagine this being a text in training institutions like Carey. It will be an excellent resource for leadership groups to work through—it will become a handbook for pastors and elders/boards. A great gift for boards to give to new members!
Rev Charles Hewlett, National Leader, Baptist Union of Churches
Coming up in 2019:
The Sutherland Lecture: