Does Your Pastor Feel the Love?

In case you haven’t heard, the second Sunday in October (the 11^th this year), is designated as Clergy Appreciation Sunday. According to whom? That gets a little fuzzy, but no matter its origin, the date has made its way onto many churches’ yearly calendars. If you don’t have anything planned for the day, or you missed celebrating on the 11^th, don’t worry; the entire month of October is Clergy Appreciation Month, so you still have time to say, “Thanks.”

The Best Clergy Appreciation Gift Ever

October is Clergy Appreciation Month. This is a great time for congregations to show their love, appreciation, and support to their pastors. Having been a pastor for over a decade, I’ve been on the receiving end of so many wonderful gifts: a handwritten note, a home-cooked meal, a gift card for a nice place to eat, a kind word after a hard week. In all of these gifts it was the sentiment and love behind them that really stayed with me and made me feel appreciated.

I asked a group of seasoned pastors to tell me stories of times when they felt most appreciated by their church, either during the month of October or at other times of the year. You may be surprised by how simple it is to convey your love and support. Here are some ideas for you based on the stories they shared.