A new pastor’s first year benefits from a clear, shared plan. This free checklist gives a small church a practical framework for the first year of a new pastoral relationship, from before arrival through the 12-month review.
Inside: pre-arrival tasks, first-week actions, first-month priorities, months 2–3 and 4–6 check-ins, and a year-one review. Use it to support relationship-building, clear expectations, and healthy follow-through.
This resource is designed for small-church and rural ministry contexts. Adapt the checklist to your church’s polity, safeguarding practices, and local employment or legal guidance.
Continue beyond the first checklist
After the first 90 days, use the Pastoral Transition Communication Kit for adaptable announcements, letters, FAQs, and update planning during a transition.
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