Evangelist Dobson parts with Focus on the Family

[Esther]

James Dobson, the voice of conservative Christian group Focus on the Family, will no longer host its flagship radio broadcast and is cutting formal ties with the organization that he founded more than 30 years ago, the evangelical group said Friday.
Dobson, 73, and the board of directors both agreed about the moves, which will go into effect at the end of February, ministry officials said. The decision to part ways was amicable and long anticipated, said Gary Schneeberger, spokesman for the Colorado Springs-based group.

Dobson has distanced himself in recent years from the organization he founded in 1977 and built into an influential force — both as a political powerhouse and provider of conservative family and moral advice. Dobson resigned as Focus on the Family president in 2003 and as chairman of the board in February.

Read rest of story here: http://www.usatoday.com/news/religio...s-family_N.htm

[MissBrattified]

"In announcing his resignation as board chairman earlier this year, Dobson said: "One of the common errors of founder-presidents is to hold to the reins of leadership too long, thereby preventing the next generation from being prepared for executive authority ... Though letting go is difficult after three decades of intensive labor, it is the wise thing to do."

[coadie]

I don't think USA today has the story right or complete. we have to hear what he says.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by coadie

I don't think USA today has the story right or complete. we have to hear what he says.

My word.

[MissBrattified]

It doesn't sound like there was any kind of problem; he's just handing over leadership to someone else.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by MissBrattified

It doesn't sound like there was any kind of problem; he's just handing over leadership to someone else.

Makes complete sense to me - he's 73 time to relax and enjoy his family!

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by MissBrattified

"In announcing his resignation as board chairman earlier this year, Dobson said: "One of the common errors of founder-presidents is to hold to the reins of leadership too long, thereby preventing the next generation from being prepared for executive authority ... Though letting go is difficult after three decades of intensive labor, it is the wise thing to do."

Good words on Dobson's part. I know of Senior pastors who have caused more trouble staying on staff and not being able to let go of their authority.

[coadie]

http://johnfullerblog.com/2009/11/02...e-in-the-wind/

He discusses his winding down several months from now on the air on the second.

This is for Feb 2010

I suspect the Liberal media is trying to make it's own story.

[coadie]

These events are called succession planning.

Earlier this year, Focus on the Family laid off 8% of its work force, casualties of a donation shortfall. That came on top of another round of layoffs last year.

A child psychologist and author, Dobson has become more vocal about politics in recent years. He sharply criticized Democratic candidate Barack Obama in the buildup to the 2008 election, saying Obama distorted the Bible and had a "fruitcake interpretation" of the Constitution — characterizations Obama rejected.

Critics portray Dobson as part of an older generation of evangelical leaders whose influence is waning, and point to younger leaders who are taking up the environment and poverty as political causes.

USA Today is making it their own story.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by coadie

These events are called succession planning.

You know, we aren't your classroom. Do you think we are all idiots?