Ch. 1. A challenge to all Christians -- Ch. 2. Being frazzled wasn't one of Jesus' strong points -- Ch. 3. Convergence factors -- Ch. 4. The experience that changes everything -- Ch. 5. Misdirected calls -- Ch. 6. What if I haven't yet discovered my call? / Linnea Nilsen Capshaw -- Ch. 7. Five leadership styles : which one matches your call? -- Ch. 8. Does your context fit your call and style? -- Ch. 9. Does your skill set match your call? -- Ch. 10. My personal mission statement -- App. 1. My journal -- App. 2. Opportunities for withdrawal -- App. 3. Alternative careers for today's distressed clergy -- App. 4. Faith at work guidelines for groups -- App. 5. Changing your enabler style -- App. 6. The problem with mercy gifts -- App. 7. Turnaround leaders -- App. 8. The small dysfunctional church.

"At the heart of this book lie two key ideas: First, you can't give what you don't have. It is imperative that as pastors we keep close to our call, close to our mission, and close to our God. In other words, leaders must take care of themselves before they can do anything for anyone else. And second, the ministry of pastors it not to fulfill all the tasks of ministry ourselves, but rather to equip others for their own ministry. If you want ministry as usual, then this book is not for you. But if you want to rediscover that primal, original moment with God that left you feeling as if you could change the world - or if you'd like to discover that call for the first time - then this book can serve as a guide along your journey."--BOOK JACKET.