Crisis Leadership

In a world of so many crises, this little book is essential for leaders who want to be effective. -US senator Tim Kaine, Virginia An insightful and practical series of steps are offered for leaders in religious and nonreligious organizations to respond to their situations . . . reinforced by Margaret's own story as a leader of the Shalem Institute. -The Rev. Tilden Edwards, PhD, Founder and Senior Fellow, the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation We are desperately in need of spiritual guides who can stand with us in our disorientation: mentors who will show us how to embrace our own unraveling and how to discover what lies on the other side of letting go. Margaret Benefiel, the executive director of the Shalem Institute, is one of our proven guides. -from the preface by Susan Beaumont, author, coach, consultant, and spiritual director Written during a crisis of global magnitude, Margaret encourages us to place our trust in God and keep our wits about us. We can-and will-emerge from the pandemic stronger in faith and ministry. -The Rt. Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop, Episcopal Diocese of Washington Converging in one year, three national crises served as an invitation to soul work for some courageous leaders. As she has done so well in her prior books, Margaret Benefiel again gifts us with the stories and learnings from leaders who welcomed this deep work through to evolutionary change for themselves and their organizations. In this powerful little book, Margaret reveals the opportunities that crises offer and the potential hope that is inherent therein for all leaders. -Mary J. Novak, Executive Director, NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice In the crises of today's world, this is a must-read for leaders who want to stay deeply grounded, reflective, and effective. -Joyce Ajlouny, General Secretary (executive head), American Friends Service Committee