Dec 6, 2010 … Congregations and pastors can benefit from a sabbatical. But some predictable
problems can arise when leaders step away from their posts.

Jul 7, 2004 … A remedy for this situation may come in the form of a congregational sabbatical—
a solution not typically obvious to the pastor, the congregation, …

Jan 23, 2018 … Reframing the pastoral sabbatical as a journey for the entire congregation can
diminish resentment and help make regular periods of renewal a …

Jul 7, 2004 … A remedy for this situation may come in the form of a
congregational sabbatical— a solution not typically obvious to the pastor, the
congregation, …

This collection of resources and reflections is meant to stimulate conversation
about the meaning of renewal and rest, of Sabbath keeping and sabbatical taking
.

Jan 10, 2007 … Sabbaticals are widely regarded as a principle strategy for
sustaining good ministry over the long haul. As I recall, you had one sabbatical in

My congregation has a sabbatical policy, and it’s my turn. But when I bring up the
subject for discussion, either at home or at church, the response is always the …

Jan 24, 2007 … I call it post-sabbatical stress syndrome, or psss. I have it bad and I’m struggling
to figure out just what the cure might me. PSSS struck the Day …

I call it post-sabbatical stress syndrome, or psss. I have it bad and I’m struggling
to figure out just what the cure might me. PSSS struck the Day … Read More …

Jan 16, 2007 … I then decided to ask my church for a sabbatical. I had been at
the church for six years, but there was no sabbatical in my contract. And because
 …