The Church and Management Science

Abstract

This article explores the use of management sciences in the Church and examines the appropriateness of importing modern organizational principles into the ecclesial world. It highlights management principles used by four growing Evangelical Churches. It then it explores the birth and development of modern management. Finally, a principle is proposed from which it is possible for the Church to maintain a healthy dialogue with management sciences that combines openness and prudence.

Keywords

• The Church and Management Science