Summary: We continue our conversation focusing on the core process of PIR Ministries, the Pastor in Residence Process. This restorative and hope-giving tool was created by PIR founder Dr. Chuck Wickman as a means by which a pastor exited from ministry can experience biblical restoration and healing in the context of the local church, and…
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Summary: At the heart of PIR Ministries is the “Pastor in Residence Process”. This restorative and hope-giving tool was created by PIR founder Dr. Chuck Wickman as a means by which a pastor exited from ministry can experience biblical restoration and healing in the context of the local church, and move forward with confidence in…
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Summary: We sit down with Pastor Jerry Troyer to talk about the challenges of finding resources and support for ministry in rural churches. Jerry a life-long rural pastor, created a means of encouraging, connecting, and equipping ministry leaders in rural contexts called Rural Shepherdology. Jerry’s commitment is to provide help and hope to those who…
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Summary: Urban ministry comes with many unique challenges. Add to that the heightened tensions and pressures of recent days and it can rob pastors of joy, strength, and hope. God’s heart for the city must not be abandoned or ignored. Pastor and Church Planter Tyler St. Clair joins us for an extremely important conversation from…
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Summary: Challenge. Change. Conflict. Sabotage. Whatever you may call it, the critical times of growth in ministry demand a set of leadership skills that aren’t taught in seminary or come naturally. “Faith leaders are mostly trained to be teachers and chaplains, but a rapidly-changing, continually-disruptive world requires that they also become skilled at leading change…
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Summary: Navigating pastoral transitions is challenging even in the best of circumstances. Having perspective, guidance, encouragement, and help can make all the difference in not only where you’re going, but how you’ll get there. In this episode of Hope Renewed, Matt Steen of Chemistry Staffing sits down with us to talk about the realities of…
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Summary: Social media is a reality of our world, and therefore a reality of ministry. How can a pastor navigate the use of social media? What are the pitfalls and benefits? Join us as we talk with pastor, evangelist and writer Doug Bursch who shares a unique and helpful perspective on how pastors can interact…
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Summary Let’s face it…ministry is hard. And at times it’s hard in ways we never thought it would be, and for which we were never really prepared. So many of the day-in and day-out realities – the practical nuts-and-bolts of ministry – can leave us tired, frustrated or wondering if we’re even fulfilling God’s call….
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Summary Having relationships that are safe, open and encouraging are helpful – in fact needful – for everyone. But finding these relationships as a pastor can be especially difficult. That’s why it’s important for those who surround pastors to be those kinds of people and create the times and spaces that help pastors be healthy….
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Summary Finding hope to address ministry pain is challenging. For women in ministry – or married to those who are – it can be especially so. Finding a place of understanding, safety and healing can be elusive. That’s why we’re so excited to share in this episode of Hope Renewed a powerful conversation we had…
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