Ep. 103 - What Makes a Good Board Member? (with Steve Porter)
Description
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting, chats with Steve Porter, chair of the Stadia board. They delve into the essential qualities and functions of a good church board member, highlighting the challenges church leaders face in financial management due to their lack of training in this area. Steve shares his extensive experience on various boards, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy and transparency for nonprofit leaders. They also discuss the role of policy governance in maintaining an effective board by setting clear boundaries and responsibilities.
[00:00:18 ] - Introduction of Steve Porter, background on his board experience.
[00:01:03 ] - Steve joins the podcast, discusses his journey with Greg and involvement in church boards.
[00:02:15 ] - Importance of financial education for pastors.
[00:05:29 ] - Discussion on ensuring transparency and understanding financial controls.
[00:06:44 ] - Shift to policy governance, its benefits and pitfalls.
[00:12:00 ] - Characteristics of an effective board member: encouragement, wise counsel, accountability.
[00:14:49 ] - Ideal composition of a church board and strategic member selection.
[00:19:04 ] - The personal connection between board members and their support for the leader.
[00:22:11 ] - The role of a board in supporting personal and spiritual goals of the leader.
[00:24:52 ] - Wrapping up, the joys and challenges of serving on a nonprofit board.
[00:26:37 ] - Conclusion and thanks to Steve Porter.
Connect with Greg and Stadia at https://stadia.org
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