Decently and In Order: Pastoral Suggestions in Matters Official and Personal is a book written by William Converse DeWitt and published in 1914. The book is a pastoral guide that provides suggestions on how to conduct oneself in official and personal matters. DeWitt was a prominent Presbyterian minister and his book is a reflection of his experience in the ministry. The book is divided into two parts: the first part deals with official matters, while the second part deals with personal matters. In the first part, DeWitt provides guidance on how to conduct oneself in church business meetings, how to handle finances, and how to deal with church members who are causing trouble. He also provides suggestions on how to handle discipline in the church and how to manage conflicts between members.In the second part, DeWitt provides guidance on personal matters such as how to conduct oneself in social situations, how to deal with personal finances, and how to handle personal conflicts. He also provides suggestions on how to maintain a healthy work-life balance and how to deal with stress.Overall, Decently and In Order is a comprehensive guide for pastors and church leaders on how to conduct themselves in both official and personal matters. It provides practical advice and guidance on how to handle various situations that may arise in the ministry. The book is still relevant today and is a valuable resource for anyone involved in church leadership.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
