Make Your Pastoral Transition Seamless
Tending to the needs of a community in transition is a lot like gardening - It requires a base of knowledge, the right tools, and a willingness to experiment and see what grows. I provide advisory services to your leadership team and board to help you make the right decisions in critical transitional seasons. My goals when serving in an advisory role are to:
Resolve feelings of grief and loss and bring in professional help if there has been misconduct.
Reinforce the ministry of the laity and remove obstacles to new leadership.
Design a welcoming environment for new ideas and leaders to flourish.
Bring clarity on ministry goals to help ensure the success of the next pastor or leader.
Conduct missional experiments to see what grows.
Help hurt parties seek reconciliation in strained relationships.
Nurture fellowship among the congregation and their friends. Have fun. Laugh. It’s healing.
Guide the work of governing bodies to expedite the implementation of the next leader.
Help transitioning parties honor the season of ministry, and learn to say goodbye when the work is done.
What People are Saying:
“Shari is a gracious visionary, initiator, bridge builder, listener, and thoughtful in prayer.”
““You’re a great listener and fantastic at process! “”
“You asked hard questions, reduced tensions, questioned procedures and traditions, and all while embodying Christ’s love for his people. Thank you for all the work and love you poured into our congregation.”