SHEPHERDING THE SHEPHERDS – INITIAL AGREEMENT

During the initial orientation visit our aim will be to build a Godly, purposeful Shepherding relationship. The following are recommended guidelines: (focus, timeline, costs):

FOCUS:

• Shepherd to Shepherd
1. getting acquainted – family and Call
2. ministry background
3. joys - disappointments – dreams

• Mentor to Spiritual Leadership (deacons/elders) & Staff
1. getting acquainted
2. church background and history
3. joys – disappointments - dreams

• Mentoring Workshop
1. introduction to Shepherding – a mentor model of ministry
2. facing reality: past – present - future
3. clarifying your mission – strategic planning
4. equipping your greatest asset – your people
5. sharpening your Vision – accountable for measurable goals

• Mentoring Assessment
1. review and evaluate initial event (pastor and spiritual leadership)
2. present Shepherding the Shepherd’s Partnership Agreement

TIMELINE:

• 2 day event – *additional time can be added as needed
• Pastor – Staff – Spiritual Leadership
• Suggested Leadership Banquet – all paid and volunteer ministry leaders and mates
• Workshop – morning 9 to Noon / afternoon 1 to 4 p.m.
• Assessment Time – dinner with pastor and congregational president

COSTS:

• travel expense (transportation, meals, lodging)
• off site Leadership Banquet is desirable
• 1 free will love offering for Shepherding the Shepherds