“Missional” engagement in the church is a hot topic. Many pastors wonder how to shift their congregation from an attractional model ("come and see") to missional model (“go and be”). The following article has some excellent insights to help. It was originally posted by our good friend Russ Crabtree and the team at Holy Cow! Read More [...]
As a search consultant I look at pastoral resumes every day. Some are terrific and some, well…not so much. Pastors often ask me to offer suggestions for improvement. So here are my top ten ways to improve your resume. Understand the purpose of a resume. The goal of your resume is to effectively convey your Read More [...]
Pastor John Larson and his wife Ruth Ann "passed the baton of leadership" this past year after 34 years years of faithful ministry. NL Moore & Associates walked along side John, Ruth Ann and their church during this significant journey. John is sharing his succession story, and we hope his knowledge and wisdom will help Read More [...]
After planting a church and nurturing it for 34 years, Pastor John Larson and his wife Ruth Ann “passed the baton” of leadership this past year. NL Moore & Associates was privileged to walk with John, Ruth Ann and the church through this significant journey. During the next several weeks, John will be sharing his Read More [...]
Succession is a topic that sends a shudder through many long-tenured Senior Pastors. After years of faithful service in one church, the Pastor (and spouse) is entering into uncharted territory. They may wrestle with a fear of the unknown, the potential loss of role and relationships, as well as the deep challenge of entrusting the Read More [...]
I have the highest respect for those called to pastoral ministry, and I want to see the local church thrive. But during the last decade I have observed that pastors spend so much time focused on the needs of others that they frequently make decisions about their own vocational direction based on opportunity, escapism or Read More [...]
About eight years ago I was introduced to a gentleman named Russ Crabtree. Russ was a successful church consultant who had, a few years earlier, co-authored a book titled The Elephant in the Boardroom, speaking the unspoken about pastoral succession, which is often recognized as one of the best books ever written on the topic. Read More [...]
