Burnout

Clergy Who Leave Christian Ministry Are Sending a Message

I unfortunately know too many good pastors who have decided to leave ministry.  Some this was their first call, others after a second call, others this was their first job after college and seminary.  Most seminary students come out of seminary with a substantial debt load.  I know of some that have $20,000 to $100,000 … [Read more…]

Pastor Burnout

This report aired just before I went on KMEG today to promote our Christmas Sing Along and Christmas Eve Worship services at First Lutheran in South Sioux City NE. Burnout can and does happen. It matters not what sized church, solo pastor, multiple pastors, etc.  What matters is expectations by members, the pastors them selves, … [Read more…]