TN163 12 issues for church staff members

First published on this website in November 2026

Synopsis

Working for a local church is not the bed of roses some people imagine it to be. Here are 12 issues it would be wise to understand before applying for a church post.

1                    Line manager and pastor roles clash
2                    Poor line management
3                    Lack of clarity between paid and voluntary work
4                    Part-time staff
5                    Small operations
6                    Trustees as employers
7                    Lack of staff selection process
8                    Friends or colleagues?
9                    Home working
10                  Working alongside fellow sinners
11                  Lack of promotional path
12                  Church  becomes your life

No, these do not figure in every church by any means but all are dangers or difficulties to be aware of.