Organizational Structure in the Larger Church Setting

Abstract In this paper, I discuss a pair of issues which have emerged during an investigation of administration in the larger church (e.g., over 1000 members) setting. In general, the churches surveyed appear to encounter problems with overly-decentralized structures, where all staff members report to the senior pastor, and with lack of coordination in the Christian Education function. I argue for a taller structure and for use of a professional administrator as methods for overcoming problems.