Pastor Calls
Receiving a call
When a pastor receives a call, there are various things to attend to in addition to praying, reflecting on the call and seeking God’s will and guidance.
Transitioning well
In accepting a new call, you have opted for change: change for yourself, your family, your friends and your congregation or parish. Accompanying this change will be various emotions and stress responses experienced by all involved. There will be numerous questions and tasks that need to be addressed.
This material is based on a brochure prepared by the LCA Board of Support to Pastoral Ministry to help you move through the transition time ahead. It contains several suggestions and questions that may guide you through the three stages of your transition: saying goodbye, between parishes, and starting afresh and strong in a new congregation or parish. See the full brochure in the Pastors Handbook on the LCA Portal under Church Worker Support.
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