Transitions in Church Ministry
The summer can be a time for transitions. Some of our recent grads from our theological seminaries are in the process of discerning the people to whom they are being called by the Spirit. It is an exciting time and an anxious one too. We see you - if this is you. And we are here for you if you need a listening ear.
Let me offer a few pearls as you travel this road… and end with a nugget for those who aren’t going anywhere but who might like a fresh start where they are already planted.
Strengthening Lay Leaders in Seasons of Decline and Transition
When a congregation is in a season of decline, or interim leadership - it can feel overwhelming. Where should we start? What should we focus on? Is there any hope to turn things around? These are big questions and we don’t promise to answer them in a single post, but the following might help shed a little light into a season of ministry that feels darker than usual…
Rethinking Pastoral Transitions: What If They were Like A Relay Race?
I’ve wondered from time to time if the PCC would benefit from considering - What if we imagined pastoral transitions as a relay race
