In this episode, Justin interviews Dr. Dustin Benac about his research on how churches can adapt during times of uncertain circumstances, which seemed perfect to talk about during this time of COVID. Dustin's work can help listeners think about how to face difficult challenges in ministry and meet them in ways that build community and grow deeper roots in their work. He talks about his dissertation research at Duke Divinity School in which he looks at the ministry of The Parish Collective and the Office of Church Engagement with the frame of organizational theory in mind, so this might be an ideal episode for folks trying to figure out the best way to tighten the relationships in their organizations in ways that also reach out to fulfill your organization's mission.
Some of Dustin's work can be found here, here, and here. You can also find Dustin on Twitter @dustindbenac.
