An invitation to pastors to become disciples, teachers, and like St. Francis, joyous troubadours of the King. Howard A. Snyder Henderson knows the trials and tribulations of the pastor. He also understands the integrity of the Christian faith. Any minister reading the book will be encouraged and strengthened for the demands of ministry. William H. Willimon Full of realism and hope, graced with theological insight and personal experience, Henderson’s book faces our churches as they are and looks with faith to what they can be. All who care about local congregations and what makes them vital will treasure this book. David Allan Hubbard