Pastors

"The Coming Glory" is a new book by Rev. Paul Swets that provides a straightforward and pastoral explanation of the hope that we find in scripture concerning death. 

This relatively recent book is officially about 225 pages but it reads like something half that long. I found it compelling and believe it may have real value for the ways in which Regional Pastors interact with other pastors.

Ministry can be lonely work. That’s why it is crucial to intentionally connect ourselves with a team of riders, heading in the same direction. 

Barnabas Foundation makes it easy for you to answer this question with a resounding, "YES!"

Faith Community CRC in Beaver Dam, WI has always found meaningful and creative ways to connect to their community in mission. Recently this required the church to decide whether their next pastor would be full-time.

An elder's email question turns into a conversation at Pastor Church Resources about churches that receive new pastors.

It may already be too late. This creep is sneaky. Everyone is vulnerable, regardless of age, class, gender or race. I’m talking about “lifestyle creep.” It’s a thing—a very real thing.

Lately, I have been wondering if I, in my pastoring, am like a child at bedtime, refusing to go to sleep. Maybe I’m not tired, but maybe, just maybe, the problem is how tired I’m making everyone else. 

Living Hope CRC in Abbotsford, BC, Canada is seeking a Lead Pastor with vision, passion for community, and a desire to be actively engaged in the local community.  

No, my actual thoughts aren’t on fire. Instead, here are my thoughts on the FIRE (Financial Independence Retiring Early) movement that’s picking up steam and making headlines.

Setting and accomplishing goals, especially in the context of ministry, can be challenging! If you add accountability and an incentive you are much more likely to accomplish your goal.