“How to Earn People’s Trust”
Stephen Covey writes in his book, The One Thing that Changes Everything: “There is one thing that is common to every individual,...
Step #1: Ground Rules
Go over our basic ground rules below with your Pastoral Supervisor.
Core Competency
Above Reproach – Having good will and favor of congregation as a whole, beyond your specific area of ministry.
Expectations
Protect and communicate mission, purposes, beliefs and values of LVCC.
Develop and supervise 3-5 Ministry Coordinators.
Assist with worship services and the greeting and follow up of guests.
Demonstrate proficiency in bible knowledge, theology and teaching.
Fulfill 1 Timothy 3:8-13
Skills
Demonstrate competency as a Coordinator.
Understand and communicate biblical theology.
Teach/speak in either a large or small group setting.
Providing wisdom and discernment regarding larger church issues.
"Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth." 2 Timothy 2:15 (NIV)
Step #3: Ministry-Specific Materials
Your Supervising Pastor will review additional materials and covenants specific to your ministry.
Optional: Training Resources
Check out any of the articles below that will help you grow!
“How to be A-Political in Ministry”
We are serving in a day and age in which political rhetoric has been ramped up to the point where many are avoiding social media, sporting...
“How to have a Gospel-Centered Ministry”
There are dozens of books and hundreds of conferences that claim to have answers to help your ministry, but the bible really only declares...
“How to Visit Someone in Crisis”
Visiting someone in the hospital or during a crisis can be an important opportunity for developing, comforting and encouraging someone in...
“How to Write a Mission and Purpose Statement”
In order for your ministry to thrive, you must be able to craft with your leadership team two statements: 1) A Mission Statement, and 2)...