Joel Hathaway studied at the University of Alabama, earning a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with a minor in Studio Art, in 1995. He holds a Master of Divinity (2004) and Doctor of Ministry (2016) from Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO. He has served in the non-profit sector for 30 years, with vocational experience in writing, marketing, recruitment, coaching, and consulting.
You’ve agreed to serve on your church’s pastoral search committee but you and most of your fellow committee members have never done this before. Where do you begin? Finding a Pastor helps answer these questions and more. Concise, engaging, and easy to understand, the book guides you step-by-step through the entire pastoral search process.
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Find and Get Your Ideal Ministry Job
Finding a fulfilling ministry job can feel impossible task. You want to serve the Lord. Instead, you’re faced with
complex church cultures, navigating murky job descriptions, and facing
unrealistic expectations. This 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 Intentional Networker
as you Find and Get Your Ideal Ministry Job. (coming Feb. 2025)
Finding a Pastor: A Handbook for Ministerial Search Committees