Mastering Successful Succession Planning for Church Leaders with Nancy Moore

Rodney Cox

Mastering Successful Succession Planning for Church Leaders with Nancy Moore



One of the most critical moments for any church is navigating a senior pastoral transition. Getting it right can launch a new season of fruitful ministry. Getting it wrong can lead to devastating consequences like decline, conflict, and erosion of trust.

So how can church leaders confidently hire the right long-term fit for their unique situation and church culture?

In this episode, Rodney Cox talks to Nancy Moore, a true expert in the field of pastoral succession planning. Nancy has helped guide hundreds of churches through these delicate leadership changes over her decades of experience.

Nancy shares a wealth of wisdom, including:

  • Why churches must shift from operating on gut feelings to gathering hard data about their reality
  • The vital importance of first understanding a church's distinct culture, values and expectations
  • How assessments reveal a pastoral candidate's true working style beyond just their resume
  • The evidence-based approach that's produced an 83% success rate in Nancy's succession placements

Whether your church is currently in transition or hoping to get ahead of future successions, you'll get practical insights and a clear path forward.

Nancy's methods have earned phenomenal results and rave reviews from churches. As one leader said, "Her firm's guidance was invaluable in helping us navigate one of the most critical junctures we've faced."

Listen now and get equipped to make a wise, long-lasting pastoral hire that propels your church toward its God-given vision.

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Host: Rodney Cox

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Rodney Cox serves as president at Ministry Insights International and has written and spoken extensively on the strengths movement as it relates to leadership and teams. His life's work has been dedicated to strengthening Christian relationships within the workplace, marriages, and families.

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