CHURCHES - MinisterSearch empowers churches to have access to a larger, more qualified pool of candidates. With a database of more than 50,000 pastoral staff and churches, we have our finger on the pulse of church staffing. MinisterSearch assists both churches and staff throughout the difficult process if discerning God's will and calling. We've found that effective planning, strategy, discussion, all bathed in prayer, can lead all involved to a clear understanding of God's direction.

MinisterSearch also helps reduce the time spent searching for qualified and competent staff and increase the retention rate among pastors and ministers. David Lyons, the founder of MinisterSearch says, “As church leaders, it is critical to utilize all available resources as quickly as possible when filling a pastoral staff position. I have talked with countless pastors and lay leaders who, after months of searching for one or multiple positions, recognize that there must be a better way.”

Dr. Gary McIntosh, a national church leadership consultant and author, agrees. In his book, Staff Your Church for Growth, Dr. McIntosh says that the traditional ways of hiring--calling the local seminary or associations-- can be greatly enhanced by the integration of technology, networking, and dedicated search organizations.

Recent studies have shown that a typical church fills a staff position with three successive individuals before finding the one person who matches the vision, values, and perspective of the church. Also, if the wrong candidate is selected, it will typically cost the church four times the salary–that's $200,000 for a staff member who makes $50,000 a year. Additional considerations include the loss of potential ministry and the loss of members due to vacant staff leadership.

Pastoral Staff - Since MinisterSearch's consultants have experience serving on and working with church staff, we understand your needs. Ministry is very different from corporate America in that it's so much more than a 9-5 job for a paycheck.

Ministry is a calling - not only for the minister but the family as well. There are many factors that go into making a decision about where you'll serve next; doctrine, theology, role & responsibilities, culture, geographical location, ministry pathing, and compensation to name a few. We know the importance of working through each of these issues with you to make sure you choose the church that is best for you and your family.

Even if you're not sure whether you should make a move or not, contact a MinisterSearch consultant to ask any question you'd like.