This is an exciting time to join Pathway Church (pathwayvb.org) in scenic Vero Beach, FL. Following an intentional two year interim, Pathway Church is ready to turn the page and write the next chapter of their story. Despite the challenges of this past season, the people are hopeful and expectant. They are ready for refreshed Read More [...]
Paul J. Murphy has 39 years of ministry experience. He is currently serving his 19th intentional interim pastorate. He has served churches of all sizes, locations, and in a variety of denominations. We appreciate Paul sharing his wisdom with all of us. Interim seasons are a rare opportunity that, ideally, do not come often into Read More [...]
NL Moore & Associates is pleased to announce the selection Dr. Brian Wright as District Superintendent for the Northern Plains District of the Evangelical Free Church of America. Delegates voted unanimously to approve Brian as the next Northern Plains District superintendent. Current district superintendent, Daryl Thompson, will retire on May 31, 2020. Brian will assume Read More [...]
Congratulations! You did it! All the long days and nights, exams and papers you thought would never end finally have. Your hard work paid off. You graduated! In the middle of a global pandemic. Suddenly, the unknown is bigger than you could have ever imagined. The dream you’ve worked so hard for doesn’t even get Read More [...]
You're invited to join Nancy Moore for two FREE webinars on succession in the church. Data indicates nearly half of all churches could face succession in the next 10 years. Stories about the cost of a poor transition abound. You can be part of changing the narrative toward the power of effective planning. With more Read More [...]
Last weekend, my family watched a show set at the start of WWII. One of the leaders, a young officer in a British infantry unit, made a poor decision (and then another one… and another one). As a Christian and a longstanding student of leadership, from the comfort of my couch I voiced a snide Read More [...]
The Evangelical Free Church of Bozeman (efcb.org) in Bozeman, Montana is excited and eager to welcome a Lead Pastor to join their team, cast a fresh vision and strategically build on the existing solid foundation. This is a great time to join Evangelical Free Church of Bozeman (E-Free). After twelve years of faithful service, Teaching Pastor Read More [...]
NL Moore & Associates search associate, Jill Tullis, began 2020 like a lot of us – with plans of fun and exciting adventures. Covid-19 changed all of that. Her story here: For our family, this year began with high hopes and expectations about what was to come. My husband, who is a pastor, was given Read More [...]
The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he is risen, just as he said.” Matthew 28:5-6
Paul J. Murphy has 39 years of ministry experience. He is currently serving his 19th intentional interim pastorate. He has served churches of all sizes, locations, and in a variety of denominations. As he reflects on his 39 years of experience, here are 12 observations that stand out to him. There are sincere Christ-loving people Read More [...]