But when the church discovered the drinking, out went Joseph and his family. And Russ learned to keep his life private. For a time following his father s dismissal, Russ still had a key to the church and ran there for sanctuary. Night after night, I would talk to Him about how I was hurt and scared because I knew He wouldn t tell anybody. Into the abyss Stand by Your Pastor Gospel singer Russ Taff believes some congregations lack understanding about life as a minister.
Pastors are the most unselfish people.
It s not five days a week. It s seven. And the danger with so many is they wear themselves out working for the Lord. Elders need to say to their pastors, Hey, we need to take care of you. You need to stop for a little while.