Episode 101 – Hiring A New Staff Member

The Preachers Workshop Podcast, discusses the process of hiring a new church staff member. The episode begins with humorous reflections on their first sermons, highlighting early preaching mistakes and the grace of congregations. The main topic focuses on when and why to hire staff, emphasizing church growth needs, defining roles, and matching candidates’ gifts. It covers hiring from within versus outside, the importance of vetting (checking employment history and references), and onboarding new staff gradually. Key advice includes setting clear expectations, maintaining authority, and ensuring a teachable spirit to avoid division and enhance ministry effectiveness.