I've said it before, by far the most popular content here on Executive Pastor Online are the numerous job descriptions, I have posted over the years. Based on the total number of "all-time views," here are the top 10: Executive Pastor Associate Pastor Pastor of Pastoral Care Assistant to the Senior Pastor Outreach Pastor Volunteer Coordinator Small Groups Pastor Bookkeeper Executive … [Read more...]
Colin Powell In Life And Leadership
This Week's Top Quote From Around The Web
"Do your best - someone is watching." "Powell combines the insights he has gained serving in the top ranks of the military and in four presidential administrations with the lessons he's learned from his immigrant-family upbringing in the Bronx, his training in the ROTC, and his growth as an Army officer. The result is a powerful portrait of a leader who is reflective, self-effacing, and grateful for the … [Read more...]
To Plan Or Not To Plan?
The Constant "Tug" Between The Lead Speaker And The Creative Arts Team ... Who's right?
I've been doing this for a long time and I've learned a thing or two about how the church functions. I am very aware of the constant tug between the lead speaker and the creative arts team when it comes to planning ahead. The creative arts team says, "We have to plan more in advance if we want to really do some good stuff." While the lead speaker says, "I need the freedom and flexibility to change my message at … [Read more...]
Performance-Based Compensation For Pastors
Is Compensating Pastors For "Good Performance" A Good Thing?
So, a senior pastor is successful in growing his/her congregation by 20% this year and is rewarded with a bonus, based on some predetermined set of parameters related to growth. Good for the pastor ... good for the church ... good for the kingdom? A campus pastor is successful in getting a campus launched ahead of schedule and under budget. The church compensates the pastor to reward good performance. This is a … [Read more...]
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