WESTLAKE, Ohio—Sometimes church leadership teams benefit from an outside opinion! That’s what Jim Vogel, associate national representative for the GARBC, provided in a recent meeting with Pastor Greg Whiting, his associate pastors, and deacons.
Grace Baptist Church in Westlake, Ohio, is considering a pastoral sabbatical policy. Jim was able to answer questions, share specific examples, and generally encourage a process that benefits both pastor and church.
Jim regularly helps churches and pastors in our Fellowship with such consultation on a variety of ministry subjects and planning endeavors. Contact him at jvogel@garbc.org.
2009 National Clergy Renewal Program
Once again Lilly Endowment Inc. is making available a limited number of grants of up to $50,000 that will be given directly to any churches that plan a program of enrichment and renewal for their pastors. Applications are being accepted through May 14, 2009, and will be announced by October 2009. Contact the Lilly Endowment at clergyrenewal@yahoo.com or call (317) 916-7302.
