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    The new pastor’s first year: Part 2

    In a previous column (part one), two strategies were suggested for the first year of a teaching elder’s ministry. What else assists the beginning of a pastorate in a healthy way? Establish professional and personal goals.  It is important to work with the session and congregation to establish professional and personal goals early on. Rather than being self-centered or selfish it demonstrates … ...

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