Articles for tag: Pastor Appreciation

September 18, 2015

My Father, My Preacher

By Emerson Kennedy Have you ever wondered how much preachers actually do? Some people think ministers preach on Sunday mornings””and that”s all. Had my father not been a preacher, I might have been inclined to agree. However, as a preacher”s kid my entire life, I can say without any hesitation there is a lot more to a preacher”s service than what happens on Sunday mornings. I grew up in a small church of about 100 in western Maryland. And, like all churches, our congregation came with its own set of problems. I want to take you behind the scenes of

August 1, 2015

Christian Standard

Church Leadership

Because of Their Work

By Jeff Faull It was more than 20 years ago that October was designated as Clergy Appreciation Month. My experience and exposure is limited, but for most people I know, Clergy Appreciation Month is a nonevent. Some even perceive it as a “contrived holiday” kept alive by greeting card companies and Christian booksellers. Unless I miss my guess, most Christian workers don”t care much about those “appreciation days” on the calendar. I confess I had to look it up to see when it took place. October passes by with many of us remaining blissfully unaware that we missed anything. And

January 27, 2010

Christian Standard

Church & Ministry Church Leadership

Ever Heard a Minister Talk About Himself?

By Mark A. Taylor Usually he”s talking to us about us. He”s asking us about our health or commenting on our children”s good looks. He”s thanking us for our solo or help with the food drive or leadership of VBS. Or he”s telling us why we”d be perfect for the job he has in mind. Sometimes he”s listening to our latest complaint about volume, color, people, or policies. But seldom does the minister talk to us about himself. His job is to serve us, after all, and we”re usually glad to just let him. Either we don”t know him well

October 24, 2007

Mark A. Taylor

Church & Ministry Church Staff

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 serve.