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The Ministry of the Pastoral Relations Committee

This resource guide provides discussion questions and strategies to enhance the relationships between pastors/staff and the church. It can be used in various settings, such as PRC meetings, orientation meetings, and training events. The goal is to foster a climate of nurturing relationships and effective ministry.

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The Ministry of the Pastoral Relations Committee

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  1. The Ministry of the Pastoral Relations Committee

  2. A Resource to Guide you in your task….

  3. Discussion Questions to frame your thoughts...

  4. A Productive Partnership can be used in a variety of ways…. • In your home as you consider PRC membership or before the first or successive PRC meetings • At an orientation meeting of the entire PRC (using the guide or being led by a member of your region’s staff)

  5. A Productive Partnership can be used in a variety of ways…. • As a committee review as your PRC is considering a particular goal. • At an association or regional training event for PRC members.

  6. Another Resource to Enhance your relationships…

  7. The Goal of the Pastor/Staff Relations Committee is: • To enhance the effectiveness of the church’s ministry by fostering a climate of nurturing relationships between pastor/staff and the church

  8. It’s a TRUST RELATIONSHIP with two primary functions • Advisoryto the pastor to bring concerns of the congregation before the pastor and the pastor/staff concerns to the congregation. • Advocacyfor pastor/staff leadership in the congregation…the ‘in house support system’ for the pastoral staff.

  9. It’s a TWO-WAY Street!!

  10. The ministry of the P.R.C. is a Biblical one…. • Ministering one to another...Galatians 6:2,10 • Sharing ministry together…Acts 6:1-7 • Reconciliation/sharing of gifts…Matthew 5:23-24 • Distinction of gifts and functions for ministry…Ephesians 4:11-16 • Openness and unity of all members…Colossians 3:12-17

  11. The Goals of the Pastoral Relations Committee • To seek to assure healthy pastor/staff/parishioner relationships. • To assist the congregation in making its concerns known to the pastor/staff/leadership • To assist the pastor/staff/leadership in making its concerns known to the congregation. • To assist the church in monitoring its responsibilities to the pastor/staff.

  12. The Goals of the Pastoral Relations Committee • To assist in the monitoring of the pastor/staff’s responsibilities to the church • To assist in the monitoring of healthy relationships throughout church life. • To assist in the monitoring/management of conflict. • To help maintain an atmosphere of love, trust, care, concern and maturing throughout congregational life.

  13. Qualities in a person on the Pastoral Relations Committee • Unquestioned Christian Character • Ability to negotiate • Sensitivity to feelings • Appreciates differences

  14. Qualities in a person on the Pastoral Relations Committee • Respected by the Congregation • Keeps Confidences • Openness to learn • Patience

  15. Qualities in a person on the Pastoral Relations Committee • Flexibility • Vital interest in the Church’s life and ministry • Others that YOU can name?….

  16. Specific Functions of the Pastoral Relations Committee • Understanding roles of ministry--(EXPECTATIONS) • Conflict Management • Continuing Education • Evaluation • Pastor/staff compensation • Start-up procedures • Termination procedures

  17. CommunicationA Common Thread • Communicate the responsibilities of the committee including the topics discussed. • Help the church family understand all that is involved in the work of the pastor/staff.

  18. CommunicationA Common Thread • Share with the congregation what is included in the pastor/staff's job description. • Let them know how pastoral/staff performance is evaluated.

  19. CommunicationA Common Thread • Share with the congregation the pastor/staff's plan for continuing education, how each is involved in denominational and community activities, and what their plans are for personal and professional growth.

  20. CommunicationA Common Thread • Interpret to the congregation the concerns of the pastor/staff, their hopes and dreams for the church, and the strengths they believe the church has developed.

  21. CommunicationA Common Thread • Let the people know how best to encourage support and affirm the staff, and assist them in understanding the best ways of caring for their leaders.

  22. CommunicationA Common Thread • Educate the congregation about pastoral compensation including: cash salary, automobile allowance, housing or parsonage allowance, etc..

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