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Have a nice little quippy introduction for a few sentences. Sabbaticals are an important part of the life and career of a healthy pastor or ministry worker. Having a suitable sabbatical plan can help contribute to field staff being refreshed and refocused. It can also help field staff remain in the field long-term, giving them time for refreshment and reflection regarding their ministry path.
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Greetings Fellow Traveler!Sabbaticals are an important part of the life and career of a healthy pastor or ministry worker. Having a suitable sabbatical plan can help contribute to field staff being refreshed and refocused. It can also help field staff remain in the field long-term, giving them time for refreshment and reflection regarding their ministry path. A Word of EncouragementSabbaticals are an important part of the life and career of a healthy pastor or ministry worker. Having a suitable sabbatical plan can help contribute to field staff being refreshed and refocused. It can also help field staff remain in the field long-term, giving them time for refreshment and reflection regarding their ministry path. I've Been Asked to be a Sabbatical Advisor/Coach?Sabbaticals are an important part of the life and career of a healthy pastor or ministry worker. Having a suitable sabbatical plan can help contribute to field staff being refreshed and refocused. It can also help field staff remain in the field long-term, giving them time for refreshment and reflection regarding their ministry path. Overview of a SabbaticalWhat is a Sabbatical?A sabbatical is an extended time of spiritual rest, renewal, rejuvenation, reflection and refocus. It is not a vacation or Paid Time Off (PTO), nor is it only continuing education. It is a guided process where one deliberately trusts God for the outcome as they disengage from normal ministry responsibilities and leadership involvement for study, rest, renewal and evaluation of life and ministry. This can include reading books, attending seminars, studying, writing, prayer, etc. A sabbatical has an intended purpose and plan at the outset. This plan and purpose should be agreed upon between the local church leadership or ministry and the employee. At the conclusion of the sabbatical, individuals will be expected to give an account of their sabbatical time to both their local ministry leadership and to Reliant. Why Offer Sabbaticals?
Why Take a Sabbatical?It's good for you. It's good for the church How to Communicate with Donors
Typical Phases of a SabbaticalThese are just “typical” it’s okay if your sabbatical doesn’t follow this.
Scaffolding for your SabbaticalSabbatical Coach / Advisor
Sabbatical Rhythms
Optional Sabbatical Support Group
What is Reimbursable?
ResourcesBooks and Articles
Sample Away Messages for your Email InboxesIt is good to have an away message during this season.
Potential Retreat Centers & Programs
CreditsMany thanks to the following people:
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