We’ve been through a lot. “A lot” could be the too-much of relentless demands, unrelieved pressures, and unrealistic expectations or it could be a … [Read more...] about Part One | Freedom Through Lament: Acknowledging Reality, Naming Pain, and Opening to Grace
About Guy Sayles
Guy Sayles is a dedicated advocate for clergy and the congregations they serve, bringing a thoughtful and compassionate approach to his work. Following a 13-year pastorate at First Baptist in Asheville, NC, and a four-year tenure as a faculty member in the religion department at Mars Hill University, Guy has become a respected coach and consultant.
In addition to his role as an adjunct faculty member at the Divinity School of Gardner Webb University, where he works with D.Min students and teaches congregational leadership, Guy is deeply involved in various aspects of teaching, preaching, and writing. His commitment to fostering clergy and congregational health and depth is evident in his collaboration with CHC.
With a particular focus on leading through processes of lament, especially in the post-Covid context, Guy welcomes discussions with individuals or congregations interested in his guidance. For those seeking to connect with Guy Sayles, he can be reached at GuyS@chchurches.org, and he operates within the CHC-Carolinas region.
Articles by Guy Sayles
Leading for Church Health in this Election Season
To say the least and the obvious, we live in a time of confusion and upheaval. It’s well-known that St. Anthony the Great, one of the church’s … [Read more...] about Leading for Church Health in this Election Season
Leading with the Good News
Congregational leaders use a variety of frameworks, processes, and tools in their work of guiding, shaping, and nurturing churches. Among others, I’ve … [Read more...] about Leading with the Good News
Ministry and the Gifts of Christmas
Among the myriad gifts of Christmas are: Assurance that God is with us—“Emmanuel.” God is not aloof from us or disinterested in us—not, as Bette … [Read more...] about Ministry and the Gifts of Christmas
Leading like the Good Shepherd
What’s your guiding image for ministry leadership? In addition to the traditional roles of “pastor,” “priest,” and “prophet,” there are many others. … [Read more...] about Leading like the Good Shepherd
Treasures New and Old
Jesus once said: "Every scribe who has been trained for the kingdom of heaven is like a householder who brings out of his treasure what is new and … [Read more...] about Treasures New and Old
Ministry in the Meantime and Mean Time
Ministry happens in the meantime and in the mean time. The meantime is a season of sometimes bewildering change and troubling transitions. It’s an … [Read more...] about Ministry in the Meantime and Mean Time
Prophetic Priests, Priestly Prophets
In my work as a pastor, I often felt an inescapable tension between the “priestly” and “prophetic” dimensions of my calling. To simplify a bit: … [Read more...] about Prophetic Priests, Priestly Prophets
Ministry in an Election Year
Across more than 35 years as a pastor, some of the hardest times in which to find a healthy balance between a prophetic engagement with the culture … [Read more...] about Ministry in an Election Year
