Pastoral Transitions – leaving one ministry setting and moving to something new can be a challenge physically, emotionally, and spiritually. These tools and resources may assist you in making a smooth transition.
This 4-part workshop is meant for clergy receiving new appointments, including those who are retiring, and for SPRC members and other leaders of churches receiving a new pastor. For information on how and why to use this workshop click here.
For Clergy: Hear from colleagues about healthy ways of saying goodbye to your current ministry setting and hello to a new one. Get advice on easing the transition for your family. Read the Clergy Letter.
For the SPRC: Get practical ideas for celebrating the ministry of the pastor who is leaving as well as providing a warm welcome to the new pastor. Read the SPRC Letter.
Board of Laity/Board of Ordained Ministry Best Boundary Practices.
Contact us following any video series to ask questions, get additional support, and resources.
Segment 1: Introduction
Series overview with Director of Connectional Ministries, Rev. Paul Perez
Spiritual introduction with Bishop David Bard
Segment 2: Healthy Goodbyes
Two pastors share their experience of healthy goodbyes.
Please download these important document prior to watching the video
Effective Pastoral Transitions List
Items to Leave for the Incoming Pastor
Segment 3: Every appointment is cross cultural
Two pastors share their experience of serving in a cross
cultural appointment and how it applies to all transitions.
Segment 4:
Building relationships for an effective transition
An experienced staff parish relations committee leader shares
how to create new beginnings in your church.
Please download these important documents prior to viewing the video.
Building Relationships Meeting Outline
Incoming Pastor Questionnaire
SPRC Chair Questionnaire
Ministry Transition Coaching