https://youtu.be/toZq4sKfn4w Long tenure is usually better for churches and their pastors. But there are occasions when you know it's time to make a transition. For example, many pastors are ready for something new when the nest is empty. Thom and Sam discuss what you can do when you are certain about a transition. The average age of a pastor is almost 60, so more transitions are coming, not less. With the shortage of pastors, churches will need to consider internal candidates. Consider your life stage. Consider your geographic limitations. Start with trusted people in your network. Send your resume to multiple places only if you are very flexible. Use search firms with good reputations. Don't fantasize. Be strategic and thoughtful about what is reasonable given your experience, age, and background. Resources: * Upward Sports * Filament Bible Collection Tyndale House Publishers Receive a $500 scholarship off of any of our diplomas at Church Answers University. For scholarship information, email [email protected]. “Five Reasons Why Large Churches Are Having Difficulty Finding Millennial Pastors” by Thom S. Rainer Church Answers Central Membership The Everything Church Resource Directory * The Hope Initiative * Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector Episode Sponsors: Upward Sports equips churches to run self-sustaining sports ministries in their communities.  Whether you are a sports fanatic, or on staff at a church, Upward Sports will give you all the tools you need to run a first-class sports ministry that allows you to reach families in your community.  Upward Sports offers basketball, soccer, flag football, cheerleading, volleyball, baseball and softball through league and camp offerings. At Upward Sports, we want to help your church make a difference, and give you increased opportunities to share the gospel. By the way, it's not too early to start thinking about winter sports leagues at your church. Learn more today at Upward.org/ChurchAnswers. **As a partner of Rainer on Leadership, Upward Sports is offering a $500 sports start up grant to listeners. Head over to Upward.org/ChurchAnswers and schedule a call… tell them we sent you! Your sports grant will assist you in a 2024 LEAGUE!  Discover more ways to interact with God’s Word with the Filament Bible Collection The Filament Bible app is your gateway to a deeper, more enriching Bible-study experience. Seamlessly connect every page of your Bible to a treasure trove of resources, including: 25,000+ study notes for understanding 350+ videos for insight 40+ maps and infographics for context 400+ profiles and articles for enrichment 1,