NAVIGATING
Your Next Step
A blog to resource those coming out of ministry, and those involved in the transition season.
Are you a ministry leader trying to figure out what's next?
Understanding Your Journey
Every leader wants to make a meaningful impact. But finding the right path after vocational ministry can be confusing and emotional. You might have questions, doubts, and even fears about the future. We understand how that feels, and we're here to help.
Transition: The Missing Link in Building a Healthy Staff Culture
Discover the missing link in building a thriving staff culture—handling transitions with care. Learn how poor exits impact team trust, morale, and productivity, and why saying goodbye with transparency and dignity matters. Explore actionable steps to protect your culture during leadership changes and foster a workplace built on trust, respect, and unity. Read more today!
What Does Leadership Do When a Pastor Just Isn’t Working Out?
When a pastor isn’t working out, church leadership faces a tough decision: salvage, move, or let go. Avoiding the issue only makes it worse, but with open communication, grace, and a structured plan, these transitions can be navigated well. Learn how to lead with honesty and integrity, and discover which route—performance improvement, internal move, or letting go—best serves everyone involved.
The Pastor Everyone Loves But No One Wants to Work With: Handling Tough Transitions
Handling staff transitions in the church can be challenging, especially when a beloved pastor doesn’t fit behind the scenes. Open communication and a structured performance plan are key to ensuring no termination comes as a surprise. By addressing issues early and with care, church leadership can navigate these sensitive transitions with dignity, grace, and love.
LIFE AFTER MINISTRY
FACEBOOK GROUP
We started a Facebook group called, “Life After Ministry” to build a community of real time support and help departing pastors find a place to know they are not alone. Join us.
THE ELDER HUB
FACEBOOK GROUP
We started a Facebook group called, “The Elder Hub,” a platform designed to uplift, empower, and unite elders across Christian denominations. This group serves as support and guidance for those entrusted with the weighty responsibility of making critical decisions within churches and nonprofit ministries.