by Doug Murren | Jun 7, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Pastoral Burnout, Small Church / Rural Church
One of the most discouraging aspects of planting churches is the fact that most people who start with you leave early on. Why does this happen? Several reasons. Unmet expectations. Physical fatigue sometimes enters in. Some just aren’t called to be... 
by Jeff Hoglen | May 15, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Hey there, fellow shepherds of the flock! I want to dive into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: burnout in the pastorate. As experienced pastors, we understand the incredible demands and pressures that come with our calling. It’s crucial to address... 
by Brian Jones | Sep 26, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Featured, Pastoral Burnout
Almost every single Senior Pastor I’ve coached over the last two years have dealt with depression and burn out. I don’t think this says anything specifically about the people I’ve coached as much as it does about how hard it is to be a Senior Pastor in the 21st... 
by Ralph Moore | Oct 22, 2012 | Church Leadership, Church Planting
Chronic anxiety can ruin your life! I know because it nearly ruined mine. Over thirty percent of the population lives with ongoing anxiety issues. I would bet that the ratio is higher among pastors, especially those stressed out planting new churches. As a young...