Foreword / William H. Willimon -- Chapter 1. Biblical Model for Team Leadership -- Chapter 2. Choosing the Team: Nominations -- Chapter 3. Overview of the Training Course -- Chapter 4. Begin with Worship -- Chapter 5. Teaching Tips -- Chapter 6. Lesson Plans for Four Sessions on Theology and Polity -- Chapter 7. Sharing Personal Faith in Small Groups -- Chapter 8. Officer Examination -- Chapter 9. Moving Away from "Bored" Meetings -- Chapter 10. Other Team-Building Opportunities -- Appendix A. Study Guide for New Elders and Deacons -- Appendix B. Book of Confessions Presentation Outline -- Appendix C. Worship Services for the Four Training Sessions -- Appendix D. Theology and Polity Worksheets and Handouts -- Appendix E. Small-Group Worksheets -- Appendix F. Miscellaneous Correspondence and Forms -- Appendix G. Resources for Church Officer Development -- Books to Aid in Church Officer Development.