Maturing Churches

Resources for Pastors, Staff, & Their Families

We strive to support.

In order to support pastors, staff, and their families, the SBCV provides a wide range of personal and strategic resources.  These include both one-on-one and congregational development as well as training opportunities and other resources to facilitate the planting, growth, and mobilization of churches.

Mentoring, Accountability, & Development

  • Network pastor mentoring
  • Minister of Education training
  • Matching annuity plan
  • Adopt an Annuitant program

Marriage & Family Enrichment

  • Activities for local pastors, staff, and wives and their families


Ministry Relational Skills

  • Pastors/deacons relationship training
  • Basic training skills for planters and pastors
  • Conflict management training and resolution


Retreats for Pastors, Staff, & Their Families

  • Pastors, Staff, & Wives Retreat
  • Student Pastor Retreat for student pastors/leaders and their families
  • SWAT Weekend Connection Retreat


Referrals for Pastors & Staff

  • Pastor Search Committee training
  • Transitional pastor training
  • Supply preaching team
  • Interim pastor, pastor, or staff resumes


Local Pastoral Networks

  • Local Fellowship meals for pastors and staff: "Power Breakfasts/Lunches"
  • Local fellowships for pastors, staff, and wives: "Connections"


Education & Scholarship

  • Seminarian scholarships
  • Theological education at discounted rates
  • Partnership with International Mission Board scholarships
 
Last Published: October 14, 2009 4:22 PM
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