Some district presidents require this study before making a call list. Following are some questions to think about. You may feel down because your friend and pastor left. You may be anxious to get on with the privilege of serving Jesus. However, use this time to study God's will.
Most vacancies last more than one year.
Remember don't lose your goal. He may desire to send someone with a very different skill to your congregation. He may desire to challenge you to do new and unexpected things in service for Him. He may desire that you grow in faith through the mission of a very unexpected person. Choosing Many districts have a policy that the Circuit Counselor is to serve as the official vacancy pastor.