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Mar 20, 2023 · Sabbatical. by Rachel Hackenberg | published on Mar 20, 2023. Six years you shall sow your field, and six years you shall prune your vineyard, and gather in their yield; but in the seventh year there shall be a sabbath of complete rest for the land, a sabbath for the Lord. – Leviticus 25:3-4 (NRSV)
Intentional planning, knowing what resources are available to support the sabbatical (grants, supply preaching, pastoral care, etc.) and activities for the congregation during sabbatical are just a few things to consider.
The terms of sabbatical leave are clarified when a call agreement is negotiated. The standard PSEC call agreement form allows for: Three months of Sabbatical after six full years of ministry at the current ministry setting. Financial support in addition to salary and usual benefits.
Nov 17, 2020 · We will explain when a sabbatical could be needed and how the church and pastor can benefit. We will also survey a few Scriptures that should inform our understanding of rest and the need for sabbaticals.
Sabbatical Leave – Three months paid full-time sabbatical leave every five years in addition to the expenses for substitute pastoral coverage during that time. Sick Time according to church personnel policy , but at least two weeks per year.
Jan 3, 2022 · The pandemic amplified existing ministerial stress. An October poll by the Barna Group found that 38% of U.S. ministers had considered leaving full-time ministry within the past year — a 9% increase from a poll in January. Sabbaticals, extended time away to focus on spiritual growth, may be the key.
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