What Nobody Tells the Pastor’s Spouse Before the Move
What Nobody Tells the Pastor’s Spouse Before the Move The pastor gets a new congregation. The spouse loses everything they […]
Pastor Search & Transition
Pastor search and transition. Guidance for churches searching for a new pastor and for pastors navigating transitions.
The Bi-Vocational Pastor Interview Question Bank: 50 Questions for Small Church Search Committees
Generic pastor interview questions produce generic answers. These 50 questions are designed specifically for small and rural church pastor searches, organized by category.
The Small Church Pastor Search Timeline: What to Expect Month by Month
Most small church pastor searches take 12-18 months. Most search committees expect 3-4 months. That gap is where most searches go wrong. Here is what to actually expect, month by month.
When Your Small Church Cannot Afford a Full-Time Pastor: Your Options
Most small churches cannot afford a full-time pastor. That is not a failure. It is a reality that has several workable solutions. Here is how to evaluate your options honestly.
How to Onboard a New Pastor in a Small Church: The First 90 Days
Most small churches do almost nothing to onboard a new pastor. They announce his arrival, hand him the keys, and expect him to figure it out. Here is what to do instead.
How to Interview a Pastoral Candidate for a Small Rural Church
The candidating weekend tells you how someone preaches. The interview tells you whether they will last in your specific context. Here is how to interview for rural fit, not just pastoral competence.
How to Write a Church Profile That Attracts the Right Bi-Vocational Pastor
Most church profiles fail to attract bi-vocational candidates because they were written for full-time pastors. Here is how to write one that speaks directly to the bi-vocational pastor you are actually looking for.
Rebuilding Trust After a Painful Pastoral Departure
Rebuilding Trust After a Painful Pastoral Departure A painful pastoral departure leaves a congregation wounded and skeptical. Here is how
The Long-Tenured Pastor’s Guide to Succession: How to Hand Off Well
The Long-Tenured Pastor’s Guide to Succession A pastor who has served a congregation for 10, 15, or 20 years has
What Happens When You’ve Been at the Same Church Too Long
What Happens When You’ve Been at the Same Church Too Long Long pastoral tenure is generally a good thing. But