Jan 23 2025 63 mins 3
In this episode of The Care Ministry Podcast, Laura sits down with Shannon Pugh, care pastor at Irving Bible Church, to explore the intentionality behind effective pastoral care. Shannon shares her journey from special needs ministry to leading a cohesive care strategy that spans benevolence, mental health support, and more. The conversation touches on the challenges of addressing diverse needs within the church, the importance of boundaries in care ministry, and innovative ways to connect with and support those in need. This episode offers practical insights and encouragement for ministry leaders striving to build communities of hope and purpose.
Quotes
- "Caregiving is a gift, but it’s also a responsibility that can deeply impact us if we don’t take the time to reflect, debrief, and seek support." — Laura
- "You’ve got to get to where you trust God to fix problems because, in care ministry, your entire job is for people to come to you with their problems and ask for help." — Shannon Pugh
- "Pastors go wide; deacons go deep." — Shannon Pugh
- "If someone tells one person, that should be the only person they have to tell. There should then be a pipeline." — Shannon Pugh
- "We need to know our lane. Otherwise, we’re spread too thin and not partnering with anyone well." — Shannon Pugh
Resources
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Website: HopeMadeStrong.org
