Should your Pastor Search Committee use a survey to ask for church members' opinions regarding characteristics desired in their next pastor? This post weighs the pros and cons and offers tips if you choose to use a survey.
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7 Ways to Help Your New Pastor’s Family Transition to Your Community
Moving involves a lot of work and a lot of stress. This post lists suggestions for how to ease the burden of moving for your new pastor and his family.
How to Ask Better Questions When Interviewing Pastor Candidates
The quality of questions asked by a Pastor Search Committee often determines the quality of the interview. This post offers 5 suggestions for asking better questions.
The Small Church Pastor Search
Searching for a new pastor in a small church is different than larger churches. This post highlights the unique characteristics of the small church pastor search and offers tips for Pastor Search Committees.
5 Rules of Communication for Pastor Search Committees
It is imperative that the Pastor Search Committee communicate effectively with their congregation and potential pastor candidates. This post explains 5 rules of communication for Pastor Search Committees.
When the Pastor Search Committee Feels Stuck
It's common for Pastor Search Committees to feel "stuck" - that they are out of options and can't identify a clear path forward. This post offers 9 suggestions for how Pastor Search Committees can get unstuck.
Watch Out for These Red Flags When Talking with a Pastor Search Committee
This post describes 9 red flags pastor candidates may encounter when talking with a Pastor Search Committee as well as suggested next steps.