The Bivocational Pastor: Two Jobs, One Ministry

by Dennis W. Bickers

Bivocational ministers face unique challenges. Often, you are called to lead smaller churches with few resources, many of which have plateaued or are in decline. Many bivocational pastors have little or no formal theological training. Bivocational ministry is looked at by some as a second-class ministry performed by people who do not have the opportunity to serve a larger church. Along with your family and church responsibilities, your second job also requires a large amount of time each week. But you have a special calling, as both of your jobs can provide opportunities for ministry. In his new book, Dennis Bickers provides solid advice to help you succeed in bivocational ministry. You'll learn how time wiselyDefine success on your own termsDevelop a vision for your churchMaintain a passion for the ministryAnd much more!Read Dennis Bicker's Blog

152 pages, Paperback

First published March 15, 2004

Reviews

[Rev. Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good tips in this one, whether or not you are bi-vocational or planning to be-- pointed out some advantages that I never would have thought of on my own -- From the publisher: Bivocational ministers face unique challenges. Often, you are called to lead smaller churches with few resources, many of which have plateaued or are in decline. Many bivocational pastors have little or no formal theological training. Bivocational ministry is looked at by some as a 'second-class' ministry performed by people who do not have the opportunity to serve a larger church. Along with your family and church responsibilities, your second job also requires a large amount of time each week. But you have a special calling, as both of your jobs can provide opportunities for ministry. In his new book, Dennis Bickers provides solid advice to help you succeed in bivocational ministry. You'll learn how to: Manage time wisely, Define success on your own terms, Develop a vision for your church, Maintain a passion for the ministry And much more!

[Binh Bui · Rating 5 out of 5]

Straight forward with practical guidelines.

I appreciate his balanced presentation of the materials with principles and practical experiences. Definitely, I check out the resources the author uses to help him with the subject.