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5 Mistakes You Can Make When Succession Planning Your Church

Peter Drucker is quoted saying “ There is no success without a successor”. John C Maxwell said the same. One of the hardest projects to tackle is succession, a passing of the baton. Succession planning has many facets that must be considered. So we will rule out the number one…

Stephan CotéJune 16, 2022

Reasons Pastors Keep Leaving Your Church, unhealthy church culture

Church Leadership

7 Reasons Pastors Keep Leaving Your Church

You may be a part of a church that has had the same pastors and leaders for decades with very little turnover. Or perhaps, you’re in a church that seems to have frequent turnover among leadership. Have you ever wondered why? Many factors can contribute to this. Here are 6…

Lynsey L'EcuyerJune 3, 2022

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Church Leadership

5 Tips to Quit Your Church Job Gracefully

So, you're thinking about leaving your church job? Let's face it, that's never an easy decision. For many of us, church positions are more than just jobs. When you took the position, chances are that it was because you loved serving in your church, identified with the mission and vision…

Lynsey L'EcuyerMay 24, 2022

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Job Search Resume Tips

7 Skills Every Pastor Must Include on a Resume

When it comes down to writing a resume, everyone looks at important details like education, work experience, and skills. It doesn’t matter what the position is, from school teacher to youth director, from social worker to pastor, skills matter. A lot. Besides presenting your spiritual gifts (which are always a…

Stephan CotéMay 17, 2022

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Hiring

How to Write a Pastor Job Description That Attracts Better Applicants

Pastoral transition and replacement are always tough for a congregation. This is especially true if they were blessed with a gifted leader. Finding a good pool of candidates is the first step, but that is easier said than done. Where does the church find a good pool of candidates? There…

Kevin BordeauxMay 3, 2022

Interview Advice Job Search

11 Questions Every Pastoral Candidate Should Ask Before Accepting the Position

So as a pastoral candidate, you're about this deep in the interview process with this church, and you're wondering: Have I asked all the needed questions to make a clear, faith-filled, and wise decision? On the other hand, maybe you're getting ready to embark on an interview journey and want…

Stephan CotéApril 19, 2022

Church Leadership

How to Address a Moral Failing within Your Ministry Team

Scandal. Church collapse. Broken trust. Tragedy. Betrayal. These are just some of the words that come to mind when we think about a moral failing in a ministry team. Unfortunately, this is far more common than any of us would like it to be. For those of us who have…

Lynsey L'EcuyerApril 14, 2022

Church Leadership Job Search

How to Find Your Calling in a World of Noise

God called Moses. He called Abraham. Jesus called the disciples. Paul was called by Jesus in a vision. These examples have one thing in common: the Lord issued a call to each of them. One question begs to be answered, though: "What is a calling from God?" What Is a…

Stephan CotéApril 14, 2022

Interview Advice Job Search

Your Guide to Interview Etiquette from Start to Finish

Whether you’re a seasoned professional, new to the job market, or returning to work, it’s always a good idea to brush up on the basics of interview etiquette. Job seekers are more likely to slip up during their interviews than at any other time. Little subtleties in their personality or…

Kevin BordeauxMarch 16, 2022

Church Leadership

21 Time Management Tips When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed

Deadlines are coming. Fast. More work was just dumped on you. Maybe you took another project and said to yourself, "I shouldn't have taken this one." Your direct report asks you when it's going to be done and finished with. "Soon," you say. "COB," he says. Your heart beats faster.…

Stephan CotéMarch 15, 2022

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