Church of God Association

Ministry Sabbatical Planning Questionnaire – Pastor

Questions that will help the pastor and sabbatical team form a Ministry Sabbatical Plan:

In what areas of my life do I need renewal of health and hope?

How can I broaden and deepen my faith and vision during my sabbatical?

What are my strengths, gifts and competencies that I could build upon during this sabbatical time?

What are the areas of greatest stress in my work and life?

What are the most important things I hope to experience during the remaining years of my life?

What are the things I would like to let go of?

What are the things I have been praying for?

What are my core values?

What would I like to learn or experience during this sabbatical time?

What changes would I like to make in my life or work?

Can I envision what it will be like to move into a three month sabbatical?

What will I do initially?

What will it be like to be released from ministry duties?

How can I include my spouse and family in the sabbatical time?

How will my home life be different?