WHAT DOES VITALCHURCH MINISTRY DO?

We are an International Interim Pastor Ministry that partners with the local church in seasons of transition. We offer more than just Interim Pastors as we also have tools that support Church Vitality and Coaching & Resources for church leadership. Whether you are in a season of transition or just looking for outside help in the next season of ministry, we are here for you. Contact Us and we would be happy to help support you in whatever way we can.

What are the core values of vitalChurch Ministry?

VitalChurch Ministry exists to help churches THRIVE by cultivating clarity, purpose, and hope. We do this through five target outcomes that include Gospel Values Embedded, Gifted Leaders Empowered, Effective Governance Established, Compelling Mission Embraced, and Discipleship Pathways Engaged. Click the link to learn more about our Mission, Vision, & Values.

HOW LONG DO VITALCHURCH’S INTENTIONAL INTERIM PASTORS SERVE IN A CHURCH?

The timeframe is based on the specific needs of each church, but typically our interim pastors serve at churches for 12-24 months.

WILL THE INTENTIONAL INTERIM PASTOR CHANGE OUR CHURCH’S DOCTRINAL STATEMENT, DENOMINATION, OR CONGREGATIONAL DISTINCTIVES?

An Intentional Interim Pastor carries out the agreed-upon goals of the congregation they serve. For example, if a congregation feels that it is important to reconsider its doctrinal statement, the Intentional Interim Pastor will facilitate that reconsideration. The interim pastor will facilitate the development of a doctrinal statement that lines up with the theology of the church they are serving. In other words, the Intentional Interim Pastor will not come into a church and insert their own doctrinal statement.

DO VITALCHURCH’S INTERIM PASTORS HELP FACILITATE THE SEARCH FOR A PERMANENT LEAD PASTOR?

Yes. We come alongside your pastoral search team or elder board to help find a lead pastor that will fit the needs of your church. We also work to prepare your church as a whole to be a healthy and safe place for your next pastor.

DO YOU PROVIDE INTENTIONAL INTERIM PASTORS FOR DENOMINATIONAL CHURCHES?

Yes. We will work with any church of any denomination that holds to the essentials of the Christian faith.

CAN WE HIRE SOMEONE FROM YOUR TEAM AS AN INTERIM PASTOR WITHOUT GOING THROUGH THE DIAGNOSTIC ANALYSIS?

Our experience has taught us that the diagnostic analysis is a necessary step in the process of true church revitalization, and therefore, we do not forego this step. However, we will, on occasion, staff an Intentional Interim Pastor at a church prior to the completion of the diagnostic analysis.

DOES INTENTIONAL INTERIM PASTORING HAVE SCRIPTURAL SUPPORT?

The term Intentional Interim Pastor is never used in the Old or New Testaments, but the idea of a Christian leader coming into a situation to effect God’s change is well documented. For example, the entire book of Nehemiah is the story of how Nehemiah intervenes for change in the life of post-exilic Israel. The book of Titus is the story of how Paul sends Titus to the island of Crete to intervene and problem-solve in the churches there.

WHAT WILL IT TAKE FOR OUR CHURCH TO ACTUALLY CHANGE?

More often than not, change is the result of deep brokenness and humility that comes upon the people of God. Where there is great humility, there is great grace (James 4:6)! Therefore, we invite a congregation to come to a place of surrender before God and others. Furthermore, this change is often facilitated when members of the body of Christ humbly seek to reconcile with each other over their differences.

What are the next steps I should take if i am interested in partnering with vitalchurch ministry?

The first place to start is by reaching out to our team to begin the discernment process. We are a ministry to the local church that desires to help the local church thrive by cultivating clarity, purpose, and hope. We operate with a gospel framework and have over 25 years of experience partnering with the local church. We can’t wait to hear from you!