Category Archives: Pastor

Who would miss the Kentucky Baptist Convention?

By wpengine | Published: July 25, 2017

If state conventions went away, would we miss them? That question might sound strange coming from an executive director of a state convention. Nevertheless, I think it is a fair and helpful question that I like to ask from time to time. Might I propose some answers? Before I do, keep in mind that, like […]

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Thoroughness, mindfulness & leading of God’s spirit are keys to filling ministry positions

By wpengine | Published: January 10, 2017

The Kentucky Baptist Convention was created by churches, for churches, to help churches reach Kentucky and the world for Christ. One of the ways we help churches is by assisting them in times of pastor/staff transitions. A host of KBC staff members are equipped to train search committees and assist churches in various ways during […]

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Ideas for Pastor Appreciation Month

By wpengine | Published: October 18, 2016

October is Pastor Appreciation Month. If you are reading this article, you probably have a pastor. How can you express your appreciation to him for all he does to shepherd God’s flock? Let me offer two suggestions. First, consider sending your pastor and his wife to Shepherding 2017. Registration is now open for this event […]

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Protecting pastors from moral failure

By wpengine | Published: July 26, 2016

The call to be a pastor is the highest calling on the planet. What could be more important than serving as an undershepherd of the Lord Jesus, ministering to His bride? Since the church is the only thing in our world, including the world itself, that Scripture assures us is eternal, those who work to […]

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Summer is a busy time for Kentucky Baptists

By wpengine | Published: June 14, 2016

Throughout the pages of Scripture, God’s people are exhorted to pray. In his letter to the church at Philippi, the Apostle Paul offers this encouragement: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God” (Philippians 4:6). As Kentucky Baptists begin another summer of […]

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