How should pastors shepherd immature sheep? How can you balance loving them where they are while pushing them toward maturity? How does a pastor handle the inner frustration brought on by shepherding an immature congregation?  

Jim and Brian discuss these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk.

Ep 216: Pastoral frustration with an immature congregation

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How vital is it for pastors to be unhurried in their ministry? Where did the premise for The Unhurried Pastor come from? What elements of being hurried do Brian and Ronnie address in the book? 

Brian Croft and guest Ronnie Martin address these, and many more questions on this episode of Trench Talk.

Ep. 250: The Unhurried Pastor

Is it more important to live closer to your building or your people? How do Brian and Jim feel about the benefits and burdens of a parsonage? What are practical considerations a pastor should think through about their housing? 

Brian Croft and Jim Savastio answer these, and many more on this episode of Trench Talk.

Ep. 249: Where should a pastor live?

What does Harbor Network do to care for pastors? What are common hardships that pastors are facing? How can pastors develop a resiliency to stay in a hard place? What words of encouragement do pastors need today? 

Brian Croft and Ronnie Martin address these, and many more on this episode of Trench Talk.

Ep. 248: Pastors caring for other pastors with Ronnie Martin

When does a pastor have to take responsibility for his problems? How can he identify what needs to be changed and how should he go about making those changes? 

Brian and Jim answer these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk.

Ep. 247: Pastors fixing what we break

How can your church become a caring church for those with disabilities? What practical steps might you need to take to care for those with physical disabilities? How might you instruct and train your church to be welcoming to those with disabilities? How do you care not only for the one with the disability, but also for the family?

Brian and Jim answer these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk

Ep 216: Pastoral frustration with an immature congregation

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