The annual review process needs to include not only the pastor’s fellow elders (who are often his closest friends) but also those who work under the senior pastor, as well as several church members, including both men and women. Even though the church leadership would know who wrote these reviews, careful consideration should be given to whether the identity of the reviewers is revealed to the senior pastor. The senior pastor should certainly see the reviews, but it may be wise to keep at least some reviews anonymous so people can be frank and open without fear of retaliation.
