Pastoral Ministry Sean Corser Pastoral Ministry Sean Corser

Ep. 221: Caring for older members

How should a pastor approach shepherding an older church member? How aware of his own age should a pastor be when shepherding older saints? How can a pastor help older members find their place of ministry in the church?

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

Read More
Church Members, Pastoral Ministry Sean Corser Church Members, Pastoral Ministry Sean Corser

Ep. 213: Pastoring people who don't want your ministry

How do you assess your members resistance to your shepherding? What criteria should a pastor do his own assessment in his shepherding of the sheep? At what point can you determine if your members are wounded sheep or goats? What if an individual, family, or couple no longer receive your ministry the way they once did?

Jim and Brian discuss these and much more on this episode of Trenchtalk

Read More
Sean Corser Sean Corser

Ep. 212: Pastoring in a season with little kids

Should a pastor with young children be expected to pastor in the same ways? How can he prioritize his family while making adjustments to study? How can a congregation support a pastor with young children? What ways can a pastor utilize the flexibility of ministry to serve his wife?

Jim and Brian discuss these questions and many more on this episode of Trenchtalk

Read More
Balance Sean Corser Balance Sean Corser

Ep. 211: Pastors Living a Balanced Life

Is balance in ministry attainable? How can bi-vocational pastors seek balance? In what ways should a pastor balance his soul, ministry, and family?

Jim and Brian discuss these topics and much more on this episode of Trenchtalk.

Read More
Sean Corser Sean Corser

Ep. 210: Pastors caring for victims of abuse

How should pastors respond to allegations of abuse within their flocks? What practical steps can he take in taking these allegations seriously? What if a victim does not want to report to authorities? What dynamics should pastors be keenly aware of when shepherding?

Jim and Brian discuss these questions and much more on this episode of Trenchtalk

Read More
Sean Corser Sean Corser

Ep. 208: Pastoral gifts compared to congregational size

Should a pastors gifting affect the size church he pastors? How can pastors better assess their gifting and shepherding abilities? What steps should a pastor take as a church grows?

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

Read More
Doctrine Sean Corser Doctrine Sean Corser

Ep 207: When Pastors shift on doctrinal beliefs

Can a pastor shift on theological convictions? If so, what are permissible shifts? How can a pastor wisely share about these shifts with his congregation? What should he do if the church doesn't shift as well?

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

Read More
Sean Corser Sean Corser

Ep. 206: Defining Membership Commitment

How do you determine who is a committed member? Does the Bible actually talk about church membership? What role does a church covenant play in this conversation? What do you do with regular attenders who won’t join?

Brian and Jim discuss this and much more on this episode of Trench Talk

Read More
Sean Corser Sean Corser

Ep. 205: Fighting Pastoral Discouragement

What discouragements do pastors face in the day-to-day grind of ministry? Combatting these with biblical encouragements. What encouragements should pastors look for in evaluating their ministry?

Jim and Brian discuss these questions and much more on this episode of TrenchTalk

Read More
Sean Corser Sean Corser

Ep. 203: The Qualifications and Roles of Deacons

What are the differences between pastors and deacons? In what ways are deacons intended to lead in the local church? How can women serve and lead in the local church? Can women serve as deacons? and how did Brian and Jim’s churches see and utilize deacons?

Brian and Jim discuss these topics and many more on this episode of Trenchtalk.

Read More

Ep. 202: Pastoral Planning for the new year

How can a pastor plan while still holding loosely to his planning? Is there a way that a pastor can plan boastfully? How can a pastor humbly submit his plans before the Lord? What planning is essential and what plans should be held more loosely?

Jim and Brian discuss all these and more on this episode of Trenchtalk

Read More