A Unique Transition
Pantano Christian Church planned a rare, healthy pastoral handoff—Tim Coop passing the baton to Glen Elliott—marked by careful timing, clear roles, and team leadership.
Articles for tag: pastoral transition
Transitions: Lesson I’ve Learned This Past Year
After succeeding Bob Russell at Southeast Christian Church, Dave Stone shares lessons from a senior pastor transition—humility, criticism, family priorities, and learning to depend on Christ under daily leadership pressure.
MEGACHURCHES: The Coach in the Pulpit
A college coaching analogy frames the pressures on megachurch senior ministers, the dynamics of icon culture, and research on tenure and growth. The article argues churches should begin succession planning earlier to ensure healthier transitions.
MEGACHURCH PROFILE: Pantano Christian Church
Pantano Christian Church in Tucson has pursued a multi-year pastoral transition plan while shifting to collaborative leadership, expanding small groups, and launching church-planting efforts locally and internationally.
How to Finish a Ministry Well
Floyd Strater offers practical guidance for ministers weighing a move or a stay—why not to decide on Monday, how to evaluate the whole church context, and how to leave with peace and integrity.
