Ministry can be tough. No, ministry is tough! One survey of pastors shows some of our challenges… 84 percent say they’re on call 24-hours a day 80 percent expect conflict in their church 54 percent find the role of pastor frequently overwhelming LET’S TALK… In the next two blogs I want us to talk about…
Category: Ministry
A Culture of Learning
Hi! So, what have you been learning lately? One person told me that we really haven’t learned unless we have changed! What do you think? Real learning will change something: our perspective, our behavior, our values. The fact is, if we are not learning, we are not growing. LET’S TALK… So, what are some ways…
Easter Sunday and “High Days”
GOOD MORNING! There is no doubt that Easter Sunday is one of the highlights in ministry. Hopefully you had a great Sunday! How did it go for you? I’d love to hear your stories! Will you share at the end of today’s blog? I’d love to hear your stories! Will you share at the end…
Three Priorities of the Pacific Conference
Hope you are having a good week so far! If you’re like me, you’ve asked yourself, “What does the Conference do?” More specifically, “What does the Conference Superintendent do?” LET’S TALK… When I was elected Superintendent last summer, Linda and I prayed that we could be used by God to make a difference in our…
You need a Coach!
Pastor and leaders are burning out. In a recent article by Carey Nieuwhof, he shares some startled information from Barna Research: In 2015, 72% of pastors said they felt “very satisfied” with their job as pastors. In late 2022, just 52% of pastors were “very satisfied with their jobs.” That’s a staggering 20% drop over the course…
Hang in There!
How is your week going so far? Ever have one of those I-want-to-throw-in-the-towel weeks? I can’t tell you how many times I have felt that way! LET’S TALK… Some people have asked me the “secret” of pastoring one church for 31 years. I usually respond with, “Stupidity and stubbornness!” Seriously, as I reflect, there are…
One Essential for Your 2016 Plans
Good morning! Hope you have your cup of coffee! I have mine and look forward to hearing from you! LET’S TALK… Most of us are making plans for this coming year. Sermons. Upcoming events. Goals for our health and ministry. If I you asked me what would be a priority in your planning, I’d say,…
Coffee with Randall 