How to Build Your Ministry Network Before You Need It
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Pastor Search & Transition
Pastor search and transition. Guidance for churches searching for a new pastor and for pastors navigating transitions.
What Seminary Did Not Teach You About the Pastor Search Process
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How Long Should You Stay in a Church? A Realistic Guide
If your church is planning to honor your pastor, our pastor’s anniversary planning guide has practical ideas for doing it
What to Do When a Church Withdraws a Call
A MinistryPlace Resource Guide By Brent Lacy What to Do When a Church Withdraws a Call It happens. A church
How to Evaluate a Church’s Culture Before You Accept a Call
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Understanding the Ministerial Exception: What It Means for Your Employment
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How to Prepare Your Family for a Ministry Move
Before committing to plant, work through our church planting self-assessment to evaluate your calling and readiness honestly. For a complete
Should You Consider a Bi-Vocational Position?
Before committing to plant, work through our church planting self-assessment to evaluate your calling and readiness honestly. Understanding Bi-Vocational Ministry:
How to Resign from a Church Well
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What the First Year in a New Church Actually Looks Like
For a realistic social media strategy your church can actually sustain, see our small church social media guide. For a