How Co-Pastors Can Effectively Minister Together
If you are looking for inspiration from these seasoned pastors, tune in to this episode!
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How Co-Pastors Can Effectively Minister Together
Co-pastoring is commonly done but often not talked about.
It's a responsibility that can be challenging, life-changing, and rewarding all at the same time. This is especially true if you are just getting started with your church from the ground up.
So what does it take to succeed in co-pastoring a new church?
As with any relationship, communication is the key. They have to be willing to discuss everything, big or small, no matter how uncomfortable it may be. Most importantly, they must have a clear vision for the church and work harmoniously together.
In many ways, it's much more challenging than single pastoring because you have to share responsibilities and leadership with another person. It's no exaggeration to say that your success as co-pastors will determine the future of your church.
In the book of Acts, we see that two men led the early church. One was Peter, who was the spokesperson for the whole church. The other was Paul, who was a missionary to the Gentiles. Paul and Peter worked together for the early church. This is a great model we can follow in ministry.
Co-pastors can create a thriving new church by working together and relying on God's guidance. What a blessing it will be for a church when two pastors, or two heads of a ministry, can work together to accomplish the vision of God for a church.
In this episode, we’ll learn from two men of God, Jim Johnson, and Paul Basden, who, like Paul and Peter, obeyed God's calling by planting a church and serving alongside each other. They will share their story about how they got started together as co-pastors, what it takes to plant a new church, and provide some insight into how they work together.
“We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.”
-Jim Johnson
Jim Johnson and Paul Basden are co-founders of Preston Trail Community Church in Frisco, Texas, and serve as Senior Pastors. With over three decades of experience, it is no wonder that these men have inspiring stories to share. Before becoming co-pastors, they each served as a pastor at a different church. They both responded to a calling that would transform their lives forever: being in ministry together!
If you are looking for inspiration from these seasoned pastors, tune in to this episode!
By the end of this episode, you will learn:
- Strategies to plant a church
- Ways co-pastors can share the responsibility of leading a church
- What co-pastors can learn from their differences
- How co-pastoring can help fill each other's weaknesses
- How to make your church appealing to young families
- Jim’s and Paul’s writing ministry, 365 Discipleship
Here’s a glance at this episode…
[16:53] When I called him and said, buddy, we're both in good churches with good salaries, and the people love us. But, I just had this urge to plant a church.
[26:06] We had contemporary and traditional services. Whenever you're leading a blended church, it's like driving a car with one foot on the accelerator and one foot on the brake, and there's a lot of friction… and sometimes smoke and heat.
[26:53] We were so desperate to be in a situation to be able to flesh out our vision and our sense of mission.
[28:14] We just built a lot of trusts. And that has remained to this day. We have different teaching styles but equal competence.
[29:46] We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.
[36:42] Because we're doing this together, we haven't made that kind of fatal error that damaged the church. So we've benefited from doing this together.
[40:24] Some of our preferences are different, and we recognize them. Preferences are not principles, and so we'll defer on that.
[50:06] God is calling us to a new vision because we're doing hybrid church digitally and in person. We now see the need to be present in neighborhoods and communities.
[50:59] We are redesigning our outreach to facilitate people to go into the community. In order to help people grow, we're leading people to say yes to Jesus, worship daily, connect with the group to serve the body, learn God's story, or learn the word of God. And then finally, to invest in the mission.
[55:23] We want to be highly organized and very intentional, but make disciples in a way that we have never done before.
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How Co-Pastors Can Effectively Minister Together
Co-pastoring is commonly done but often not talked about.
It's a responsibility that can be challenging, life-changing, and rewarding all at the same time. This is especially true if you are just getting started with your church from the ground up.
So what does it take to succeed in co-pastoring a new church?
As with any relationship, communication is the key. They have to be willing to discuss everything, big or small, no matter how uncomfortable it may be. Most importantly, they must have a clear vision for the church and work harmoniously together.
In many ways, it's much more challenging than single pastoring because you have to share responsibilities and leadership with another person. It's no exaggeration to say that your success as co-pastors will determine the future of your church.
In the book of Acts, we see that two men led the early church. One was Peter, who was the spokesperson for the whole church. The other was Paul, who was a missionary to the Gentiles. Paul and Peter worked together for the early church. This is a great model we can follow in ministry.
Co-pastors can create a thriving new church by working together and relying on God's guidance. What a blessing it will be for a church when two pastors, or two heads of a ministry, can work together to accomplish the vision of God for a church.
In this episode, we’ll learn from two men of God, Jim Johnson, and Paul Basden, who, like Paul and Peter, obeyed God's calling by planting a church and serving alongside each other. They will share their story about how they got started together as co-pastors, what it takes to plant a new church, and provide some insight into how they work together.
“We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.”
-Jim Johnson
Jim Johnson and Paul Basden are co-founders of Preston Trail Community Church in Frisco, Texas, and serve as Senior Pastors. With over three decades of experience, it is no wonder that these men have inspiring stories to share. Before becoming co-pastors, they each served as a pastor at a different church. They both responded to a calling that would transform their lives forever: being in ministry together!
If you are looking for inspiration from these seasoned pastors, tune in to this episode!
By the end of this episode, you will learn:
- Strategies to plant a church
- Ways co-pastors can share the responsibility of leading a church
- What co-pastors can learn from their differences
- How co-pastoring can help fill each other's weaknesses
- How to make your church appealing to young families
- Jim’s and Paul’s writing ministry, 365 Discipleship
Here’s a glance at this episode…
[16:53] When I called him and said, buddy, we're both in good churches with good salaries, and the people love us. But, I just had this urge to plant a church.
[26:06] We had contemporary and traditional services. Whenever you're leading a blended church, it's like driving a car with one foot on the accelerator and one foot on the brake, and there's a lot of friction… and sometimes smoke and heat.
[26:53] We were so desperate to be in a situation to be able to flesh out our vision and our sense of mission.
[28:14] We just built a lot of trusts. And that has remained to this day. We have different teaching styles but equal competence.
[29:46] We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.
[36:42] Because we're doing this together, we haven't made that kind of fatal error that damaged the church. So we've benefited from doing this together.
[40:24] Some of our preferences are different, and we recognize them. Preferences are not principles, and so we'll defer on that.
[50:06] God is calling us to a new vision because we're doing hybrid church digitally and in person. We now see the need to be present in neighborhoods and communities.
[50:59] We are redesigning our outreach to facilitate people to go into the community. In order to help people grow, we're leading people to say yes to Jesus, worship daily, connect with the group to serve the body, learn God's story, or learn the word of God. And then finally, to invest in the mission.
[55:23] We want to be highly organized and very intentional, but make disciples in a way that we have never done before.
podcast transcript
Tithely provides the tools you need to engage with your church online, stay connected, increase generosity, and simplify the lives of your staff.
With tools like text and email messaging, custom church apps and websites, church management software, digital giving, and so much more… it’s no wonder why over 37,000 churches in 50 countries trust Tithely to help run their church.
Listen on your favorite podcast app:
How Co-Pastors Can Effectively Minister Together
Co-pastoring is commonly done but often not talked about.
It's a responsibility that can be challenging, life-changing, and rewarding all at the same time. This is especially true if you are just getting started with your church from the ground up.
So what does it take to succeed in co-pastoring a new church?
As with any relationship, communication is the key. They have to be willing to discuss everything, big or small, no matter how uncomfortable it may be. Most importantly, they must have a clear vision for the church and work harmoniously together.
In many ways, it's much more challenging than single pastoring because you have to share responsibilities and leadership with another person. It's no exaggeration to say that your success as co-pastors will determine the future of your church.
In the book of Acts, we see that two men led the early church. One was Peter, who was the spokesperson for the whole church. The other was Paul, who was a missionary to the Gentiles. Paul and Peter worked together for the early church. This is a great model we can follow in ministry.
Co-pastors can create a thriving new church by working together and relying on God's guidance. What a blessing it will be for a church when two pastors, or two heads of a ministry, can work together to accomplish the vision of God for a church.
In this episode, we’ll learn from two men of God, Jim Johnson, and Paul Basden, who, like Paul and Peter, obeyed God's calling by planting a church and serving alongside each other. They will share their story about how they got started together as co-pastors, what it takes to plant a new church, and provide some insight into how they work together.
“We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.”
-Jim Johnson
Jim Johnson and Paul Basden are co-founders of Preston Trail Community Church in Frisco, Texas, and serve as Senior Pastors. With over three decades of experience, it is no wonder that these men have inspiring stories to share. Before becoming co-pastors, they each served as a pastor at a different church. They both responded to a calling that would transform their lives forever: being in ministry together!
If you are looking for inspiration from these seasoned pastors, tune in to this episode!
By the end of this episode, you will learn:
- Strategies to plant a church
- Ways co-pastors can share the responsibility of leading a church
- What co-pastors can learn from their differences
- How co-pastoring can help fill each other's weaknesses
- How to make your church appealing to young families
- Jim’s and Paul’s writing ministry, 365 Discipleship
Here’s a glance at this episode…
[16:53] When I called him and said, buddy, we're both in good churches with good salaries, and the people love us. But, I just had this urge to plant a church.
[26:06] We had contemporary and traditional services. Whenever you're leading a blended church, it's like driving a car with one foot on the accelerator and one foot on the brake, and there's a lot of friction… and sometimes smoke and heat.
[26:53] We were so desperate to be in a situation to be able to flesh out our vision and our sense of mission.
[28:14] We just built a lot of trusts. And that has remained to this day. We have different teaching styles but equal competence.
[29:46] We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.
[36:42] Because we're doing this together, we haven't made that kind of fatal error that damaged the church. So we've benefited from doing this together.
[40:24] Some of our preferences are different, and we recognize them. Preferences are not principles, and so we'll defer on that.
[50:06] God is calling us to a new vision because we're doing hybrid church digitally and in person. We now see the need to be present in neighborhoods and communities.
[50:59] We are redesigning our outreach to facilitate people to go into the community. In order to help people grow, we're leading people to say yes to Jesus, worship daily, connect with the group to serve the body, learn God's story, or learn the word of God. And then finally, to invest in the mission.
[55:23] We want to be highly organized and very intentional, but make disciples in a way that we have never done before.
VIDEO transcript
Listen on your favorite podcast app:
How Co-Pastors Can Effectively Minister Together
Co-pastoring is commonly done but often not talked about.
It's a responsibility that can be challenging, life-changing, and rewarding all at the same time. This is especially true if you are just getting started with your church from the ground up.
So what does it take to succeed in co-pastoring a new church?
As with any relationship, communication is the key. They have to be willing to discuss everything, big or small, no matter how uncomfortable it may be. Most importantly, they must have a clear vision for the church and work harmoniously together.
In many ways, it's much more challenging than single pastoring because you have to share responsibilities and leadership with another person. It's no exaggeration to say that your success as co-pastors will determine the future of your church.
In the book of Acts, we see that two men led the early church. One was Peter, who was the spokesperson for the whole church. The other was Paul, who was a missionary to the Gentiles. Paul and Peter worked together for the early church. This is a great model we can follow in ministry.
Co-pastors can create a thriving new church by working together and relying on God's guidance. What a blessing it will be for a church when two pastors, or two heads of a ministry, can work together to accomplish the vision of God for a church.
In this episode, we’ll learn from two men of God, Jim Johnson, and Paul Basden, who, like Paul and Peter, obeyed God's calling by planting a church and serving alongside each other. They will share their story about how they got started together as co-pastors, what it takes to plant a new church, and provide some insight into how they work together.
“We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.”
-Jim Johnson
Jim Johnson and Paul Basden are co-founders of Preston Trail Community Church in Frisco, Texas, and serve as Senior Pastors. With over three decades of experience, it is no wonder that these men have inspiring stories to share. Before becoming co-pastors, they each served as a pastor at a different church. They both responded to a calling that would transform their lives forever: being in ministry together!
If you are looking for inspiration from these seasoned pastors, tune in to this episode!
By the end of this episode, you will learn:
- Strategies to plant a church
- Ways co-pastors can share the responsibility of leading a church
- What co-pastors can learn from their differences
- How co-pastoring can help fill each other's weaknesses
- How to make your church appealing to young families
- Jim’s and Paul’s writing ministry, 365 Discipleship
Here’s a glance at this episode…
[16:53] When I called him and said, buddy, we're both in good churches with good salaries, and the people love us. But, I just had this urge to plant a church.
[26:06] We had contemporary and traditional services. Whenever you're leading a blended church, it's like driving a car with one foot on the accelerator and one foot on the brake, and there's a lot of friction… and sometimes smoke and heat.
[26:53] We were so desperate to be in a situation to be able to flesh out our vision and our sense of mission.
[28:14] We just built a lot of trusts. And that has remained to this day. We have different teaching styles but equal competence.
[29:46] We have a very similar doctrinal background. It's been a real blessing, and it's worked out beautifully. I think the church has benefited from it.
[36:42] Because we're doing this together, we haven't made that kind of fatal error that damaged the church. So we've benefited from doing this together.
[40:24] Some of our preferences are different, and we recognize them. Preferences are not principles, and so we'll defer on that.
[50:06] God is calling us to a new vision because we're doing hybrid church digitally and in person. We now see the need to be present in neighborhoods and communities.
[50:59] We are redesigning our outreach to facilitate people to go into the community. In order to help people grow, we're leading people to say yes to Jesus, worship daily, connect with the group to serve the body, learn God's story, or learn the word of God. And then finally, to invest in the mission.
[55:23] We want to be highly organized and very intentional, but make disciples in a way that we have never done before.
Sign Up for Product Updates
Tithely provides the tools you need to engage with your church online, stay connected, increase generosity, and simplify the lives of your staff.
With tools like text and email messaging, custom church apps and websites, church management software, digital giving, and so much more… it’s no wonder why over 37,000 churches in 50 countries trust Tithely to help run their church.
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