Episode 8: Pastoring a Small Church

 

New pastor at a small church - how not to blow things up

 

Remember the folks in that church have been there a lot longer than you.

Make only small changes for the first year.  Pastor Poker (Episode #2)

Become an amazing listener.

most conflict goes away when people feel they have been heard

Most people won't accept you as their pastor for at least 3 years  so get settled.  Jeremiah 29:5-7

Have an older deacon take you around the area and show you where folks live.

In a small town - you have to be involved in your community.help at school

volunteer fire department

local chamber

work to become the pastor for the community - that is a win for your church.