Ep. 226: When to hire a second pastor

When do you know if you should hire another pastor? What qualifications do you prioritize? Should they possess complimentary skills or be similar?

Brian and Jim discuss these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk.

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(03:10) Theological framework for multiple (and paid) pastors

(06:54) Jim Savastio’s church staff experience

(09:39) Brian Croft’s church staff experience

(13:15) Reasons you would or wouldn’t hire another pastor

(17:48) Hire a pastor first then look for a pastor skilled in complimentary ways

(22:23) Using the term pastor when the role isn’t to shepherd or teach the Word

(25:19) FInal word and prayer