46 Reasons Why You Don't Want To Pastor A Church
As many of you know, I have been serving in some capacity in a church for over a decade now. I love the church. I'm an advocate of "church renewal," which we good Methodists talk a lot about. Not only do I think church renewal is needed, I believe it can happen. I think it begins with education, specifically a robust theological education. So, as you read this, know that I love the church. If you don't keep that in mind, you'll certainly misread me. I have served in the children/youth pastor role, sr. pastor role, assistant pastor role, worship leader role and Bible study and Sunday school teacher role. I've sat in board meetings and voted, I've led mission trips, I've planned events...I've worn many hats and assumed many roles in the church. I love the church! In spite of the many times I've been burnt, mistreated and criticized, I still love the church. In spite of the fact that my wife was once mugged during a chur...