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7 Skills Every Pastor Must Include on a Resume

When it comes down to writing a resume, everyone looks at important details like education, work experience, and skills. It doesn’t matter what the position is, from school teacher to youth director, from social worker to pastor, skills matter. A lot. Besides presenting your spiritual gifts (which are always a…

Stephan CotéMay 17, 2022

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11 Questions Every Pastoral Candidate Should Ask Before Accepting the Position

So as a pastoral candidate, you're about this deep in the interview process with this church, and you're wondering: Have I asked all the needed questions to make a clear, faith-filled, and wise decision? On the other hand, maybe you're getting ready to embark on an interview journey and want…

Stephan CotéApril 19, 2022

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How to Find Your Calling in a World of Noise

God called Moses. He called Abraham. Jesus called the disciples. Paul was called by Jesus in a vision. These examples have one thing in common: the Lord issued a call to each of them. One question begs to be answered, though: "What is a calling from God?" What Is a…

Stephan CotéApril 14, 2022

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Your Guide to Interview Etiquette from Start to Finish

Whether you’re a seasoned professional, new to the job market, or returning to work, it’s always a good idea to brush up on the basics of interview etiquette. Job seekers are more likely to slip up during their interviews than at any other time. Little subtleties in their personality or…

Kevin BordeauxMarch 16, 2022

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23 Tips for Your First Day on the Job

The first day on the job will usually be the most memorable and can simultaneously be the most nerve-wracking. There are new people to meet, new technological systems to learn, and a new space to navigate. Preparing for your first day is key. To get started on your first-day game…

Kevin BordeauxMarch 1, 2022

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31 Scriptures on Rejection to Encourage Job Seekers

Unfortunately, rejection is something none of us can avoid; we will all encounter it at some point. The Bible reminds us that it happens to everyone, including Jesus. Rejection on any level hurts. Rejection sparks a myriad of negative emotions and is inevitable when seeking a job. It is in…

Kevin BordeauxFebruary 10, 2022

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How to Get the Pastoral Mentorship Your Resume Needs

Finding a job isn’t rocket science. Put together a great resume, write an awesome cover letter, be prepared for the interview process, apply to the right jobs. BUT - ministry is different. And similar. It is different because ministry is not only a job, but also a vocation. That’s why…

Stephan CotéFebruary 6, 2022

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The Ultimate Guide to Formatting Your Resume

When I was younger I used to always think of my resume as just a tedious piece of paper that was a requirement to get a job, a barrier to entry, not a privilege or an opportunity. After applying to jobs successfully and more importantly, unsuccessfully for years, I can…

Shayna HeronJanuary 28, 2022

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5 Reasons You Didn’t Land the Job You Deserved

We all know the job search process can be tedious and stressful, but it can almost feel soul-crushing when you aren’t getting jobs that you know you are right for. When you apply for a job, you join a stack of other applications, so it is imperative to stand out…

Shayna HeronDecember 13, 2021

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Four Important Things to Know about Pastor’s Housing Allowance

The pastor’s housing allowance is one of the greatest tax benefits you will ever receive as a minister. But there are some key aspects to it that you must follow. Many miss the opportunity, and more than a few make some critical mistakes. Here are four important things that you…

Ray JohnsonSeptember 16, 2021

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