The Types.
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SPL
An S-P-L pastors their church most prominently through strong relationships. Their preaching and leading come out of the relational connections they have with their attendees. Most people would say they love attending their church because they, “just love the pastor.”
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SLP
An S-L-P pastors their church most prominently through strong relationships. Their leading and preaching come out of the relational connections they have with their attendees. Most people would say they love attending their church because they, “just love the pastor.”
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PSL
A P-S-L pastors their church most prominently through their Sunday morning sermon. Their shepherding and leading come out through preaching and it is the Sunday morning sermon that dictates the overall culture and direction of the church. Most people would say they love attending their church because they, “just love the preaching.”
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PLS
A P-L-S pastors their church most prominently through their Sunday morning sermon. Their leading and shepherding come out through preaching and it is the Sunday morning sermon that dictates the overall culture and direction of the church. Most people would say they love attending their church because they, “just love the preaching.”
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LSP
An L-S-P pastors their church most prominently through compelling vision and effective systems but also highly values relationships. The L-S-P thrives on personal relationships, is able to remember names and grows their church through both their leadership and individual connections. Most people would say they love attending their church because they, “just love how Sunday feels and I feel like I know the pastor.”
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LPS
An L-P-S pastors their church most prominently through compelling vision and effective systems. Their preaching and shepherding are often strategically aligned to the overall mission. Most people would say they love attending their church because they, “just love how Sunday feels.”