Investigation
So, with the last post being said, let’s look at some ways to figure out what your Pastor’s vision for the church really is:
Ask Him
Sounds pretty simple doesn’t it, but in my last post, I suggested that you set a meeting and allow your Pastor to just dream in front of you. Bring a notepad and pen, or even a voice recorder.
Listen to the Podcasts
Get online and download the last few months of your Pastor’s sermons and listen to them. You’re going to hear his heart and direction. Even if you’re getting into a church service on a regular basis, this will help you to review and get some better insight.
Look at the Preaching Calendar
If you will look at the calendar for the upcoming sermon series, many times you can see a direction in the coming year of sermons
Get Others Involved
Ask some other staff members and board members. In other words, sometimes the rest of the leadership might have a good read on the direction thing seem to be going.
I’ve never really given much thought to dissecting my Pastor’s vision for the church, but after reading your last couple of blog posts, I’m more interested than ever. You inspired me so much that I set up an appointment with my Pastor to discuss his vision. I can’t wait to meet with him and get a better idea of what his hopes and desires are for the church!