RENOVATING PASTORAL MINISTRIES & LEADERSHIP
38% of pastors are thinking of quitting the ministry, 51% from mainline denominations. (November 29, 2021) Of the 38%, almost half (46%) are under age 45. 50% of pastors are age 56 and above. In the last year these numbers have increased exponentially! 70% of pastors report not having a close friend. 80% believe pastoral ministry has negatively affected their families. Many pastor's children do not attend church now because of what the church has done to their parents. 66% of church members expect a minister and family to live at a higher moral standard than themselves. 50% of new pastors coming into the ministry will not last 5 years!
The Spiritual Health and Vitality of pastors can often be sacrificed under a banner of doing a good work or even building the church. Often it is because when we received our calling to pastor: the early experiences of our ministerial training influenced behaviors that relied on academia and leadership models that for some were not necessarily healthy or Jesus centered, Many men and women who are called to the ministry (myself included) were thrust into ministry with methodology, idioms, and perspectives that definitely influenced church culture but that were not consistent with the Kingdom principles that Jesus revealed to us in the scriptures. If you are disillusioned, dry, or feel alone in the work that God has called you to then this is a starting point for refreshing your personal walk as we learn what apprenticing Jesus really looks like. Whether you would like to root yourself in good soil or water the ground and work that Christ has already begun... Join us on the Journey of Soul Renovation.
This page represents a introductory format for Sessions of Spiritual Renovation that we can provide in Conferences and Retreats. They can be provided in a 2 day or expanded formats. Contact us at 541-621-8814 for more information on these Spiritual Retreats and other opportunities for your Pastoral Ministry Teams and Church Families.
The Spiritual Health and Vitality of pastors can often be sacrificed under a banner of doing a good work or even building the church. Often it is because when we received our calling to pastor: the early experiences of our ministerial training influenced behaviors that relied on academia and leadership models that for some were not necessarily healthy or Jesus centered, Many men and women who are called to the ministry (myself included) were thrust into ministry with methodology, idioms, and perspectives that definitely influenced church culture but that were not consistent with the Kingdom principles that Jesus revealed to us in the scriptures. If you are disillusioned, dry, or feel alone in the work that God has called you to then this is a starting point for refreshing your personal walk as we learn what apprenticing Jesus really looks like. Whether you would like to root yourself in good soil or water the ground and work that Christ has already begun... Join us on the Journey of Soul Renovation.
This page represents a introductory format for Sessions of Spiritual Renovation that we can provide in Conferences and Retreats. They can be provided in a 2 day or expanded formats. Contact us at 541-621-8814 for more information on these Spiritual Retreats and other opportunities for your Pastoral Ministry Teams and Church Families.
SESSION 1 RENOVATIONS: ENJOYING YOUR UNION
- The Invitation of God to experience Union with Him.
- Practicing the Rhythms of Presence.
- Taking a walk with God.
- Conversing with God and the Translation. (Prayer).
SESSION 2 RENOVATIONS: UNDERSTANDING THE KINGDOM
- His Kingdom in you
- Transforming the Landscape of your Culture
- Reflecting the Kingdom Culture.
SESSION 3 RENOVATIONS: THE OVERFLOW OF JESUS
- If you've seen Me you've seen the Father!
- The Upside Down Kingdom of God and the Servant Ministry of Jesus.
- Living out the Nature of Jesus in our Culture.
SESSION 4 RENOVATIONS: THE UPON OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
- Enjoying the the Fullness of the Spirit. With • In • Upon.
- The Tensions of Power
- The Supernatural Lived out Naturally!
SESSION 5 RENOVATIONS: LABOR TO REST, THE EASY YOKE.
- How can I get anything done in a state of rest?
- When the Yokes on You!
- Learning how to Cast!
SESSION 6 RENOVATIONS: APPRENTICING JESUS WITH YOUR FLOCK
Connection and Community
True Discipleship is Apprenticeship
The Sacredness of Companionship.
True Discipleship is Apprenticeship
The Sacredness of Companionship.
