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7 Things Your Senior Pastor Needs from You

Hang out with a group of children’s, student, or college pastors for a while and at some point someone will bring up the topic of their senior pastor. What’s discouraging is that most of the time when the issue is brought up feelings of frustration are revealed next.

For many next generation leaders there is a disconnect between them and their senior pastors. There usually is a long list of things next generation leaders wish their pastor would start doing. Yea, that’s normal but what if we took some time to work on the relationship instead of always complaining about it.

I have had the joy of working with some amazing lead pastors and here are 7 things your pastor needs from you if you are going to have a healthy relationship…

Support of the bigger vision

Your pastor needs you to be as passionate about your church’s vision and mission as you are about your ministry’s vision and mission. You are on a team. Support your team!

Prayer

The level that you pray for your pastor will be a prime indicator in the health of your relationship with them. There is not a day that goes by that you don’t need to surround your pastor with prayers for protection and wisdom.

Shared Creativity

Next Generation leaders are some of the most creative and talented people on the planet. Be willing to share that creativity with your senior pastor to help your church become a better church.