8 Ways Second Chair Leaders Lift First Chair Leaders - This article describes seven practical ways staff pastors can lead their own ministries while fully committing themselves to the senior pastor's overall vision. Read More
5 Reasons Second Chair Leaders Should Lift First Chair Leaders - When a staff pastor understands why they need to stand with and advance the vision of the senior pastor, the church works better, a lot better! Read More
EVERYTHING BUT PREACHING PODCASTS
The Tension Between the Role of Pastor and Role of Leader - Texas Pastor John McKinzie talks about managing the tension between pastor and leader. Further, he covers the disciplines necessary to stay on task. Listen Now
The Church's Understanding of Obedience to God - What does obedience to God look like in the church and how does a pastor teach and lead the congregation in its understanding? Interview with Florida pastor, Jamie Jones.. Listen Now
CHURCH RESOURCES
Life & Ministry Growth Consulting for Pastors -Somewhere between the church attendance size of 800 and 1200 lead pastors become a lonely lot. It doesn't need to be. Leading pastors have a person in their lives who serves as a coach or consultant. In life and ministry lone rangers don't make it. Those who seek outside partnerships do. Email or call 417-576-5492 to discuss The Hardy Group's Life & Ministry Growth Consulting for Pastors.
LEADERS-OFF-THE-CUFF VIDEO PODCAST
Creating Expectations in Your Church? Former Associate and now Senior Pastor Roger Patterson provides straight-up encouragement to pastors in developing a sense of anticipation in your church. Watch Now (1:47)
BOOK REVEW
Leading From the Second Chair by Roger Patterson & Mike Bonem. Powerful book on the nuances of staff pastors leading while serving. Read More
