This theme, 'Pastoral Search,' helps guide you through one of the most difficult and important tasks in a church's life: searching out and hiring a new pastor. It is designed to give congregations—and search committees in particular—the tools to tackle the process with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
This Training Pack contains all of the following:
Making the Team What must your church do before setting out to find a new pastor?
by Gary Blanchard
Clark Kent or Superman? What essential qualities should you look for in a pastor?
by Henry A. Virkler
Search and Employ Follow these simple steps to get the search process moving.
by Matthew D. Kim
Evaluating Prospects What criteria should we use to assess candidates?
by Matthew D. Kim
The Inner-view Preparing for and executing a good interview.
by Gerald M. Williamson
Decision Time How to finalize your decision.
by Gerald M. Williamson
A View from the Other Side: Seven Tips from a Seasoned Candidate The following advice from “the other side” of the process will give you crucial insight into the minds of candidates.
by Richard Goetz
12 Common Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them) The following article will help you learn from the mistakes of others.
by Henry A. Virkler
The Big Picture How can transition teams ensure they’re moving through the hiring process in a timely manner? Use the chart below to monitor progress and stay on track.
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