{"product_id":"find-and-get-your-ideal-ministry-job-9798991784405","title":"Find and Get Your Ideal Ministry Job","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinding a fulfilling ministry job can feel like an impossible task.\u003c\/strong\u003e You just want to serve the Lord. Instead, you're faced with complex church cultures, navigating murky job descriptions, and facing unrealistic expectations. The risk is real, and the stakes are high. Fewer than 60% of ministry leaders stay in one role for five years, disrupting family stability and reducing vocational satisfaction. Finding a ministry job is easy. Finding and keeping a position ideal for your gifting and disposition is your challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis step-by-step guide will help you find the best ministry positions, navigate search committees, ace interviews, and understand church dynamics. Along the way, you will refine your unique ministry approach, craft a standout resume, and become an \u003cem\u003eIntentional Networker\u003c\/em\u003e as you \u003cem\u003eFind and Get Your Ideal Ministry Job\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach section provides relevant information specific to a key aspect of the job search process.\u003c\/strong\u003e Charts, graphics, and examples are provided. Stories of ministry situations illustrate both challenges and opportunities. A summary is provided at the beginning of each chapter and practical actions steps are provided at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeveloped over 20 years of coaching and consulting, this how-to book will guide you through the convoluted non-profit job search process, whether you are a senior pastor, women's ministry director, youth minister, or worship pastor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1: How to Use and Not Use Job Boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 2: How to Become an \u003cem\u003eIntentional Networker\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 3: How to Think about Staying and Leaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 4: How to Understand Your Unique Ministry Approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 5: How to Build Your Resume Packet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 6: How to Understand Search Committees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 7: How to Research Ministry Opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 8: How to Prepare for the Interview.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 9: How to Prepare for the Church Visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Joel Hathaway\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798991784405\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 246\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.74lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d","brand":"Joel D. Hathaway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52732686434485,"sku":"9798991784405","price":11.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/find-and-get-your-ideal-ministry-job-9798991784405","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}