The dissertation proposal hearing

A hearing sounds so ominous…but that is what it was. Yesterday was my proposal hearing at Asbury Seminary regarding my doctor of ministry dissertation. I have been writing and researching for 14 months on the subject of spirituality and leadership. The “proposal” was comprised of the first three chapters of my dissertation—85 pages worth. I am happy to report that the committee did approve my proposal and so I have the green light to proceed with my dissertation project, which will consist of interviewing pastors. The group gave me great feedback–including some areas of my dissertation that I need to expand. Their comments will only make my writing better. I shared with them that I have an idea for a popular book that I would like to write when the dissertation is done. They encouraged me to continue writing…