• Ep.10 | Co-vocational and Bi-vocational Ministry for Pastors | Eric Hoke

  • Nov 15 2024
  • Durée: 41 min
  • Podcast

Ep.10 | Co-vocational and Bi-vocational Ministry for Pastors | Eric Hoke

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  • In this engaging conversation, Eric Hoke discusses his journey from traditional full-time ministry to becoming a co-vocational pastor and author of "Market Street Pastor." The discussion centers on the crucial distinction between bivocational ministry (working another job temporarily until full-time ministry becomes viable) and co-vocational ministry (intentionally maintaining both church and marketplace roles as a long-term strategy).

    Hoke shares his experience planting All Saints Church in the Bronx, where financial realities led him to discover the unexpected benefits of co-vocational ministry. These benefits include better community connection, increased lay leader involvement, and improved pastoral sustainability. He notes that co-vocational pastors often demonstrate greater longevity in ministry, partly because their regular engagement outside church walls provides healthy perspective and balance.
    The conversation addresses common concerns about co-vocational ministry, particularly the fear that it represents failure or inability to succeed in full-time ministry. Hoke challenges this perception, emphasizing that pastors possess valuable transferable skills—including communication, leadership, and project management—that are highly valued in the marketplace.

    A significant portion of the discussion focuses on practical implementation, addressing the crucial question of how pastors can balance church responsibilities with full-time employment. Hoke emphasizes that success requires a fundamental paradigm shift: rather than trying to maintain traditional pastoral duties while working another job, churches must embrace a team approach where responsibilities are thoughtfully delegated among church leaders and members.
    The episode concludes with a forward-looking perspective, suggesting that co-vocational ministry may become increasingly common in Western churches. Hoke encourages church leaders to proactively consider this model, not as a compromise but as a strategic approach to sustainable ministry that better engages the entire church body in its mission.

    For those interested in exploring co-vocational ministry, Hoke offers resources through his website ihelpastorsgetjobs.com, including his book and weekly newsletter.


    Key Topics:

    • Eric's background and journey from full-time ministry to co-vocational ministry in NYC

    • Understanding the difference between bivocational and co-vocational ministry

    • Common objections to co-vocational ministry and how to address them

    • Identifying transferable skills from ministry to marketplace

    • Managing time and responsibilities as a co-vocational pastor


    Key Takeaways:

    • Co-vocational ministry is a long-term strategy where pastors maintain both church and marketplace roles

    • Bivocational ministry is typically a temporary arrangement until full-time ministry becomes viable

    • Co-vocational pastors often report better work-life balance and longevity in ministry

    • Churches need to shift from depending solely on paid staff to activating the whole congregation
      Pastors have many transferable skills including communication, leadership, and project management


    Resources Mentioned:


    • Market Street Pastor (Eric Hoke's book)

    • ihelpastorsgetjobs.com

    • The Tangible Kingdom by Hugh Halter

    Guest Information: Eric Hoke is the founder of ihelpastorsgetjobs.com and author of "Market Street Pastor." After serving as a youth pastor and executive pastor, he planted All Saints Church in the Bronx, where he discovered the benefits of...
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