![]() If the day is a surprise, then you will be able to filter out the Pastors in the correspondence easily. We have a good selection of letters to use for invitations here. Well, we're glad you asked because one of the most effective ways is to send a letter or email to the church congregation. How can we get the word out about Pastor Appreciation Day you might ask? WRITE A CHURCH LETTER OF INVITATION There are some great ideas on how to honor a Pastor's wife at this website: 3. This way, she will feel honored and encouraged too! She has a heavy burden quite often to be the encourager of the Pastor! The leader of the event may ask a lady to assist in planning a special way to bring honor to the Pastors' wife. (LINK) If this is done, then perhaps honoring the Pastor only during Pastor's Appreciation would be acceptable, but if not, then be sure to honor the Spouse too! Recently, there has been some initiative to have a Pastor's Wife Appreciation to be held in March. Perhaps that's okay, but why not take another day to honor the other Pastors if that's the case?Īnother vital consideration in this matter is whether the Spouse will be recognized as well. I know of a church right now that has multiple staff, and the ONLY one who is celebrated that day is the Senior Pastor. If there are multiple pastoral staff members, will all be celebrated in the same way? This is a question that each church must decide. I have often found that many churches would have a special day if they knew what to do and how to do it.įind that point person who will do the research on Pastor Appreciation ideas, get creative, and hit a “home run” with the day. If they don't approve it, then don't do it! You will cause your Pastor far more headaches than a few cards or dollars will soothe away. One can only imagine the nightmare of beginning to plan an exceptional day, and the board has not approved the day. Often some people have not only a place of influence within the church but want to see things done correctly and with passion.įirst of all, nothing should be planned without communication and approval of the board, or elders or whoever may be in leadership (besides the Pastor). While there may be a few Pastors who would be so bold as to plan their special day (I've seen it), most would not be comfortable in doing so. The person who provides the vision for the church and planning of events is the Pastor. FIND A PASSIONATE LEADER TO PLAN THE SPECIAL DAY There are many more, but hopefully, this will speak to someone's heart to step out and be a blessing to your Pastor(s) and family. Many are not Pastors who can start the process to make sure Pastor's Appreciation Day is observed every year.īelow are a few steps to assist with the process. I realize the vast amount of people who will read this article are in fact, Pastors and I'm “preaching to the choir” so to speak. Melissa is an Elder, Deacon, and Stephen Minister.įollow Melissa on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and at. Her passions are helping in the community and church. Melissa is the author of Licky the Lizard and Grumpy the Gator. With stories in books, magazines, devotionals, and more, Melissa hopes to encourage readers. Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Boonchai WedmakawandĪward-winning author Melissa Henderson writes inspirational messages sometimes laced with a bit of humor. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” ( Micah 6:8 NIV) “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. Spiritual leaders need to be acknowledged and, at times, helped. Pastors experience good days and bad days. Let your pastor know you appreciate them. Amen.ġ0. Father, thank you to the pastors and their families. Give us the words to uplift and encourage. Amen.ĩ. Lord God, although a separate month has been set aside for appreciating pastors, please help us to remember to acknowledge their efforts all year and not just one special day. We give thanks for pastors who share Your Word and dedicate their lives to You. In the name of Your Son Jesus, Amen.Ĩ. God, thank You for equipping people to serve You. Guide us to the path of forgiveness and love as we forgive as You forgive. Help us to remember that our pastor is a human and has sins and faults. Amen.ħ. Lord, we thank You for our pastor. ![]() ![]() ![]() Amen.Ħ. Father, help us to remember to thank our pastors for their dedication to the church and for sharing Your love and glory with others. We ask You to cover them and their family with the love, comfort, and peace only You can provide. Amen.ĥ. Abba Father, Your love and mercy are never-ending. Please help us to welcome the pastor and family and to make them feel comfortable and secure in their new church home. 4. Lord, thank You for bringing a new pastor to the congregation.
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