Church Staff

Checking References of Ministerial Candidates

Brent Storms shares three ministry hiring lessons about reference checks, candidate strengths and weaknesses, and why churches should use a broader process when evaluating staff and church-planting candidates.

Lookin’ for Squirrels

George Ross reflects on church staff recruiting, true ministry fit, and the need to trust God’s leading when hiring decisions carry huge implications for a congregation’s next season.

When Ministers Cease to Exist

Keith Wishum reflects on why ministers quit and urges church members to see preachers not only for what they provide, but as people who need friendship and care.

NACC Beyond Beyond the Desert of Ministry Fatigue

George Ross reflects on ministry fatigue, staff recovery, team-based leadership, and the practices that help church leaders avoid depletion while continuing to serve faithfully.

Needs of Churches

This archive listing preserves Church Ministry vacancies organized by state, including openings for pastors, worship leaders, children’s ministers, and other church staff roles.

Ever Heard a Minister Talk About Himself?

Mark A. Taylor invites church members to look beyond a minister’s public role, listen to his challenges, and offer prayer, encouragement, help, and support.

All Work and No Play?

Mad Church Disease

Anne Jackson examines how personality, personal history, health, and spiritual drift can make church leaders and volunteers more vulnerable to burnout.

Choosing My Focus, Protecting My Ministry

Ministry burnout reveals the need for spiritual health among church leaders. Anne Jackson’s counsel reminds servants of the church to keep God—not work, calling, or success—at the center.

Stop! in the Name of Love!

Patti Cappa urges ministry leaders to stop working so hard that they neglect family, rest, and love, reminding readers that service must flow from loving God first.

Interview with Harry Graham

Harry Graham discusses how churches can care well for staff through fair salary, medical benefits, retirement planning, and Christ-centered trust between ministers and elders.

Keys to Teamwork (Part 2): Communication

Stephen Bond shares practical lessons from Summit Christian Church on strengthening ministry teamwork through honest communication, reduced stress, personal boundaries, appreciation, and a shared language.

Hunting or Hunted?

Don Wilson urges pastors and church staff to handle ministry transitions with honesty, prayer, and open communication, reducing misunderstandings and honoring the body of Christ together.

Ministers Deserve Our Gratitude

Local church ministry can be heavier than many realize. Research cited here highlights pastors’ workload and isolation—and urges congregations to express gratitude, accountability, and feedback for those who…

Real Relationship

Relationship is essential to the church’s teamwork and mission. Jim Putman explains why leaders need honest friendships, unity, and encouragement to model love, resist isolation, and serve with…