When considering the best combination of potential leaders to serve on the Pastor Nominating Committee, consider their ability to thoughtfully answer these questions.
Read MoreA pre-PNC gathering is an event hosted by the session (or nominating body) for members interested in learning about the role of serving on a Pastor Nominating Committee.
Recommended event guidelines:
Read MoreOnce the criteria for serving on the Pastor Nominating have established by the nominating body it's time to seek recommendations of individuals to serve on the PNC. Inviting the congregation to make recommendations helps members feel engaged in the process of calling their next pastor. Here's a possible format:
The session is seeking recommendations of individuals to serve in the Pastor Nominating Committee. Here are the criteria:
Read MoreWhen a congregation is ready to begin a pastor calling process the first step is often to conduct a church mission study. Ideallymission studies help congregations have conversations about: