In Episode 364 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Todd discuss how to navigate the situation of a pastor self-promoting a book, conference, or speaking engagement. Here is today’s question:
“This is a follow up question to Episode 332 about MLMs. I am wondering how do MLMs align or differ with the pastor having written a book and is promoting it? Or maybe a pastor and his wife are promoting a marriage retreat where they will be making money off of people attending. Obviously, these situations are different than MLMs, but is the intent similar?”
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
- How to navigate the situation of a pastor self-promoting a book, conference, or speaking engagement
- Boundaries to put into place when faced with these situations
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
- “Some churches will have Intellectual Property (IP) guidelines.” – @toddadkins
- “The problem is a perception issue and a lack of trust in the motivations of the pastor.” – @toddadkins
- “Are you willing to steward this message for the next 10 years?” – @danielsangi
- “There will always be haters. You will always have haters.” – @danielsangi
- “It comes down to your heart. Why are you mentioning this? Is it sincerely because you want to help others?” – @danielsangi
- “Never do anything where you are paid depending on the number of people coming. There is no way to keep your motivations pure.” – @danielsangi
- “Ask someone that you consider more Godly than you. If you are afraid to ask/tell them, that will probably be your answer.” – @toddadkins
- “Be transparent with your board and committee.” – @toddadkins
Additional Resources:
- Listen to Episode 332: How to Handle MLMs in Your Church
- Take a look at the Group Answers Podcast
- Be sure to check out all the Lifeway Leadership Network Podcasts
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Published February 25, 2019