What can I expect for 'voting in' a new Pastor @ our Church?

Question

I've always been to non-denominational Churches, or small little 'home Churches'.

I now go to an Assemblies of God Church. The Pastor is leaving to become a board member of the AG Group in MO.

We are going to be 'voting' in a new Pastor.

What can I expect to happen?

Thank you!

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Is this like an interview of sorts???

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Answer 1

Sorta, Kinda..

I am not familiar with the terminology used within your church, but if you have deacons, or elders, or a church appointed committee, they will be in charge of "putting out a pastor call". Usually this is done through the association of your denomination. When potential pastors respond, they will be interviewed by your church representatives. They will then bring the approved candidates to the church, this almost always involves a sermon, perhaps a luncheon, and a chance for the members to talk with the pastor. This same opportunity will be given to each candidate. A church business meeting will be called and members will cast a vote for their preferred pastor. One or two candidates may be called back for a second sermon.......

It can be a stressful time for the church, so you already know to be in prayer, and takes notes on each pastor, and the answers he gives to the congregation. Consider how he responds to you, other members and the youth and children of the church. This is vitally important to your church and as a member, I urge you to participate at each opportunity.

Answer 2

Are you actually a member of this church? If you've not joined as a member, then you can't vote.

Church by-laws outline the process of the voting. Ask any board member for a copy of the by-laws.

Some churches have long questionnaires from the members for the pastor to fill out. Others, the pastor is introduced to members over a span of time.

In my case, I've preached at a church for five weeks.

After three weeks, I met with the pulpit committee (your church should have a pulpit committee that looks for a pastor). We talked about me serving at this church. I raised concerns about a lack of vision and leadership among members.

The committee recommended to the board that they pursue hiring me. Two weeks ago the board met and voted to work towards hiring me. The board also agreed to meet and talk about long term goals and ideas, before meeting with me formally.

While I continue to preach, and to meet members (I've gone to lunch with four different families and they had a potluck lunch where I could meet members) the board and I will meet to discuss long-term plans and goals for both me and the board.

Once the board is satisfied (and I am too.) then the board will recommend that the membership vote on me.

And that, more or less, is what you can expect to happen.

Answer 3

Pastor's candidate and yes its like an interview. He'll come and preach and then the church votes on weather they like him or not. Just pray earnestly before deciding.

Answer 4

He and the elders should go over how the church body was being handled and make sure it was biblically done.

Just trust in God and give him time to settle in. Be kind and supportive.

Answer 5

You went from non-denminational to Assemblies of God?
Go back while you still can.

Answer 6

Expect a popularity contest.

Answer 7

Edited to generic answer.
(Just got a violation notice; being careful)

It will probably be an interview and vote.

Answer 8

Headaches!

Answer 9

So.....do i have the job?..wheres the collection plate?

Answer 10

I have no idea, but good luck!! :)

Have a wonderful weekend!! :)