The Pastors Support. |
In starting a Royal Rangers Outpost, it would seem that the full support of the pastor would
be an easy thing to obtain and maintain. Unfortunately many Royal
Rangers commanders share that this isn`t always the case.
So how do you gain 100% support? |
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Constant communication is the key! In my experience I have
found that monthly meetings with the Pastor are essential to
sustaining a positive support network for the successful outpost.
Keep the pastor briefed on upcoming events, recent events that
were completed, leaders goals and achievements, and especially
the many ways in which your outpost is having a positive effect
on the lives of your boys. It`s best to make these reports in
writing to your pastor and include copies of any written work
that the boys may have turned in for their advancements. |
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Give your pastor a calender every quarter showing dates
and descriptions of planned activities, this way he will be informed
and kept current on all the happenings of the outpost. Do this
in advance to gain his permission and approval of all activities. |
Invite your pastor to speak at your outpost events. Ask
him to attend outpost ceremonies or to occasionally give the
devotion during the outpost meeting. Encourage
him to sign outpost award certificates given out to the boys.
Get him involved with outpost activities as much as possible.
Buy him a Royal Rangers uniform and encourage him to wear it
while attending Royal Rangers activities. Not only does this
provide an opportunity for your pastor to enjoy the outpost but
it also gives the pastor face time with the boys. It gives the
boys an opportunity to get the know their pastor on a more personal
level and vice versa. |
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Having your pastor involved with your outpost and informed of
the various activities that a successful Royal Rangers program
requires, will greatly increase his willingness to favor financial
support when the time arises. This will happen because he will
better understand and realize the needs of the outpost and know
that it`s not just a babysitting service, but an organization
worthy of the necessary support.
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Don`t forget also, that your pastor is the head recruiter
for servants in the church. The more he knows the needs of the
outpost, the more he will be on the look out for qualified men
to serve in the outpost. |
Certainly the most important aspect that a pastor
can provide is to give direction that is in line with the will
of God and His plan for the church. Pastors prayers and guidance
are essential for any successful outpost and we must respect
our Pastor`s decisions and direction. |
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The successful outpost depends on the full support and guidance
from it`s pastor. Do all that is necessary to get his support
and keep his support. |