Pastor Appreciation Program Guide (pdf)

of the service where he is honored with gifts.
This display of love will be a lifelong keepsake for the pastor.
And [church members] wrote a letter having this message
(Acts 23:25 Amp).
Number 9
Prayer Night for the Pastor
This is a special night when the congregation comes together to pray for
the pastor. It should be conducted two weeks before Pastor Appreciation
Sunday. The objectives of the special prayer service include the following:
r A time for the church to come together in agreement to show the
pastor support, submission, and security.
r A time to pray for the pastor’s leadership, health, family, and
effectiveness.
r A time to emphasize how a greater vision can be developed through
consensus, communication, and commitment.
r A time to set forth a plan where church members pray for the pastor
every day with love, insight, and fervency.
Plan a simple structure: One hour in length, scripture readings
interspersed with prayer, prayer choruses, and special readings on the
powerful influence of prayer. Conclude the prayer service with Holy
Communion.