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Availability:In StockContributor:Darren Iselin, Daniel PampuchTheme:Religious Orientation/ChristianPublish date:7/22/2026Pages:236
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Amba PressISBN-13:9781923569508ISBN-10:1923569503UPC:9781923569508Book Category:Religion, EducationBook Subcategory:Christian Education, Leadership, SchoolsBook Topic:TypesSize:9.21 x 6.14 x 0.50 inchesWeight:0.336Product ID:SC4GH0ER7C

Every generation of Christian school leader stands in the quarry, chisel in hand, cutting stone for something far greater than themselves. Grand Designs: Building Faithful Christian Schools That Endure is a compelling guide for leaders committed to building Christian schools that endure as living communities of faith, formation, and purpose. Dr Darren Iselin and Dr Daniel Pampuch argue that the greatest risk facing Christian schools today is not external pressure but internal drift. When foundational vision fades, a once vibrant community becomes an impressive but empty monument.

Structured around four foundation stones of Alignment, Belonging, Excellence, and Imagination, and four dimensions of formation for the next generation, Grand Designs offers both a framework and a call to action for Christian school leaders, educators, and board members. Rich with research, theological grounding, and honest reflection from the field, this is a book for those who understand that Christian schooling is an intergenerational project, one that demands clarity of purpose, courage of conviction, and the wisdom to prepare those who will continue building long after we are gone.

Languages:EnglishPublisher:Amba PressISBN-13:9781923569508ISBN-10:1923569503UPC:9781923569508Book Category:Religion, EducationBook Subcategory:Christian Education, Leadership, SchoolsBook Topic:TypesSize:9.21 x 6.14 x 0.50 inchesWeight:0.336Product ID:SC4GH0ER7C
Iselin, Darren: - Dr Darren Iselin is a seasoned leader in Christian education with more than 30 years of experience across Australia and internationally. He has served in a range of roles including CEO, principal, president, and executive leader across K-12 and higher education contexts. He currently serves as Director of Research and Innovation with Christian Schools Australia, where he leads national research initiatives, strategic partnerships, and thought leadership across the sector.Darren holds a PhD from the University of Queensland. His award-winning thesis on how principals cultivate sustainable school cultures in times of change reflects his expertise and deep interest in leadership, school culture, formation, and innovation in Christian schooling.Pampuch, Daniel: - Dr Daniel Pampuch is a highly respected leader in Christian education with over 30 years of experience in Australia and internationally. As CEO of Christian Schools Australia, he provides strategic leadership to a network of more than 200 schools serving nearly 100,000 students. His work spans advocacy, media, governance, research, strategic planning, and sector development.In addition to his work with CSA, Daniel also serves in key governance roles, within the community services, aged care, and education sectors. He holds a PhD focussed on next generation leadership from the University of Queensland, along with postgraduate qualifications in educational leadership, business management, and theology. Accordingly, Daniel brings a wealth of insight, wisdom, and practical industry experience.
Publisher: Amba Press

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