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Why the Need for Pastor for Pastor's Program?
The statistics are alarming. As much detail as we could give to show the data a quick search on the internet would show how great of impact serving has on pastors and their families. For many those numbers are always someone else’s pastor without a name or a face. No one ever thinks it is their pastor. Pastors might even think that their problems are unique and might carry the weight of that burden alone.
The need to care for pastors is usually forgotten about by many individuals including pastors. In caring for others, pastors are often carrying the burden of so many they often get worn out. In fact, it is very easy for pastors to experience caregiver stress or compassion fatigue which symptoms can mimic the same symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder. In a recent study, 70% of pastors do say they do not have someone they consider a close friend. The same study also reports that 75% of pastors have had a stress-related crisis at least once in their ministry.
Pastors are usually doing ministry by themselves. They don't usually have a team around them. Even those who do have a team or upper support may not want to know what they are experiencing in the thought of being rejected or worse. We offer a safe, confidential environment to help pastors have the support they need.
What is the Pastor for Pastors Program?
The Pastor for Pastors Program is a safe, confidential, third-party program that allows pastors to share concerns. It is one pastor sharing with another pastor, who listens, encourages, and prays along with them. Pastor for Pastors is a support program to those who support so many.
How does it work?
We believe in ministering to the whole body which includes the physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental parts of who we are. We are able to meet you in the church, public place, or in a home. We will listen to you, encourage you, and offer you support and prayer.
Here are some reasons you may want to call:
1. You feel stuck, lonely, experiencing inner turmoil, or you are experiencing depression or anxiety. 2. You are having relationship problems either within your family or your church. 3. You are having emotional problems such as discouragement, anger, sadness, or not able to be empathetic. 4. You are having physical problems because of the stresses such as constant tiredness or lack of energy. 5. You are at a crossroads in your life or ministry such as selecting an associate pastor, creative strategies, or moving to a new ministry and you want to share what you are thinking. 6. You are struggling with your own walk with God, struggles, or other issues. 7. You are faced with a ministry crisis and you need someone to listen to you but you aren’t sure where to turn.
What are the benefits?
- Nonjudgmental Support - we will support you in the time we have together, walking with you - Confidentiality - we will not share anything that is shared with us
Who do you serve?
We serve any ministry leader that wishes to have the type of support we offer. It does not matter the church, the ministry, or the issue that you are facing, We want to be a support. If you are interested in knowing more, the please feel free to contact a local chaplain.
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