Congregations that thrive in part-time ministry often dare to think differently. They start by believing, based on biblical revelation and empirical evidence, that part-time ministry doesn’t have to be their downfall. It could usher in a new slate of opportunities for maturity and growth. They envision going part-time before the pressure mounts. Some debate the part-time possibility two to three years in advance. Once they’ve decided to go part-time, they give themselves a good eighteen months to fine-tune game plans and lay groundwork. That provides time for congregational discussion on how
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