pastoral leadership, strategic interim, church revitalization, pastor search, pastoral transition, church health, church culture Josh Cook pastoral leadership, strategic interim, church revitalization, pastor search, pastoral transition, church health, church culture Josh Cook

The First 30 Days After a Pastor Resigns

The first weeks after a pastor resigns are about stabilizing the church, not rushing the search. Clear communication, defined leadership, guarded unity, outside counsel, and honest assessment prevent anxiety from driving decisions. Churches that move deliberately in transition position themselves for long-term health instead of short-term relief.

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