A pastor search is not just about searching for a pastor
Chaplaincy and Pastoral Counseling

A pastor search is not just about searching for a pastor

By Laura Stephens-Reed A few years ago, I was a regular guest preacher at a church in the city where I lived after the minister there had submitted his resignation and as the church awaited the arrival of an interim. On the first of those Sundays, a woman stood up during the announcement time and … Continue reading

General CBF

Is There a Glimmer of Light at the End of a Long, Pretty Dark Tunnel?

In my work as the national CBF’s reference and referral coordinator, I have been pleased (and a tad surprised) to have received requests from three churches in one week who at least say they are open to considering women in their search for a new pastor.  This may not sound like big news to many … Continue reading