What Pastor David Smith Just Said Shocked America - Away State Journal
Some groups today view the pastor, bishop, and elder as synonymous terms or offices; many who do are descended from the Restoration Movement in America during the 19th century, such as the Disciples of Christ and the Churches of Christ.
Dr. Allen S. Turner. is the proud Senior Pastor of the St. Matthews Baptist Church in Livermore, CA. He is the son of the late Dr. Allen Turner who served as the Senior Pastor of St. Matthews for 23 years.
A dedicated Bible teacher at heart, Pastor Miguel has a deep passion for serving the Spanish-speaking community, guiding them to a transformative relationship with our Savior, Jesus Christ. He and Dulce are blessed with three children and continue to serve in ministry as a family.
A pastor's role encompasses spiritual leadership, administration, and personal mentorship. Let's explore the 10 duties of a pastor and what it truly takes to shepherd a congregation.
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines a pastor as “a spiritual overseer,” and this is a role talked about in the Bible. The word “pastor” comes from the Latin pastoris, meaning “keeper of cattle” or “shepherd.” In John 10:11, Jesus tells his disciples, “I am the good shepherd.”