What is the process for hiring a pastor?

Answer 1

Different churches have different methods. When soliciting for a new pastor and you find some that are ready to move on I would go and listen to them preach. I would talk to their parishoners and find out their strengths and weaknesses. I would make sure that their beliefs are the same as my churches and that they were bible based. They need to be capable in many areas. Preaching the word, evangelizing, visitation to the infirmed or shut-ins, counseling. Have them come to our church and preach before our congregation. There should be a group or committee that is entrusted to make a decision on candidates. The most important part of the whole process is prayer. Prayer by the committee, the church, and the prospective pastor. Do not leave God out of the picture. Pray about it.