Becoming a Community of Disciples

Chapter 3: Legislative Teachings – Other Monastic Offices

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Discussion Questions

What would be the equivalent of the dean, cellarer, and prior in our churches and ministries today? What can we learn from their separation of duties?

Why is it necessary to have offices or positions within a monastery or church? Why can’t we all just do what we feel like doing (Rom 12, 1 Cor 12)?

Why is humility such an important quality of a leader? How does humility make stronger leaders, not weaker ones?

What steps can leaders in ministry take to promote living at peace with one another?

What habits in your life foster humility? What habits would help you develop this character quality?