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EP 293 – Setting Boundaries and Expectations for Bi-Vocational Pastors

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In this month’s “Bi-Vo Bros” episode, JimBo Stewart sits down again with Matt MacNaughton and Chris Snider to unpack the fourth healthy characteristic of a bi-vocational pastor: clearly setting and expressing realistic expectations and boundaries.

Serving as a bi-vocational pastor means juggling ministry, family, and other vocational responsibilities—all while resisting the pressure to say “yes” to everything. The guys discuss why boundaries matter theologically, how to communicate them effectively, and how to maintain them even when others don’t respect them. They also explore the importance of protecting your family from unrealistic ministry demands, navigating church expectations with humility, and making sure technology works for you instead of against you.

From practical tips like using “Do Not Disturb” settings and location-based phone filters, to shepherding wisdom on triaging emergencies, this episode offers both spiritual and strategic guidance for thriving in the long haul of bi-vocational ministry.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why boundaries are essential for your spiritual health, family life, and ministry effectiveness
  • How to communicate expectations without sounding like you’re trying to avoid work
  • Ways to use technology to protect your focus and availability
  • How to handle people who ignore your boundaries
  • What realistic expectations for your spouse and kids should look like
  • How to navigate long-standing church culture and shift expectations over time

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EP 287 – Stewarding Your Time and Money Well – Characteristics of Healthy Bi-vocational pastors

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In this episode of the Bootcamp podcast, we are joined by Matt McNaughton and Chris Snider to discuss the critical topic of strategically stewarding time and money for bivocational pastors. They delve into the importance of managing these limited resources effectively to serve their families and churches well.
Key points include the challenge of balancing pastoral duties with other full-time jobs, practical tips on time management such as blocking off schedules, using long-term preaching plans, and making the most of every opportunity.
They also touch on budgeting wisely and setting realistic expectations both personally and within the church context. The conversation highlights the significance of knowing what to say yes or no to, aligning with God-given priorities, and the necessity of incorporating rest for peak productivity.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back
01:20 Characteristic #2: Strategically Stewarding Time and Money
01:52 The Importance of Time Management
07:26 Practical Tips for Managing Time
08:32 Balancing Priorities and Saying No
16:46 Creating a Preaching Plan
22:13 Finding Extra Time and Avoiding Burnout

EP 284 – Joyfully Walking With Jesus: Prioritizing Soul Care in Bi-Vocational Ministry – Characteristics of Healthy Bi-vocational Pastors with Matt MacNaughton and Chris Snider

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In this episode, the Bi-Vocational Bros are back to discuss the importance of joyfully walking with Jesus as a key characteristic of a healthy bi-vocational pastor. They emphasize the necessity of prioritizing one’s personal relationship with the Lord amidst the myriad responsibilities of ministry. Through personal stories, scriptural insights, and practical advice on cultivating a joyful and intentional walk with Jesus, listeners are encouraged to focus on their soul care to effectively lead their congregations. They also address challenges unique to bi-vocational pastors and share tips to maintain spiritual health. The discussion concludes with a prayer for pastors to restore their joy in the Lord.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:11 The Importance of Joyfully Walking with Jesus

06:31 Challenges for Bi-Vocational Pastors

08:24 Prioritizing Time with the Lord

12:06 Balancing Devotional Time and Sermon Prep

17:34 Finding Joy in Ministry

23:40 Practical Steps to Restore Joy

25:38 Closing Prayer and Encouragement

EP 280 – Characteristics of Healthy Bi-Vocational Pastors with Matt MacNaughton and Chris Snider

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Matt MacNaughton and Chris Snider join the bootcamp to discuss the growing need for bivocational pastors and introduce a new series focused on supporting them. They highlight the unique challenges bivocational pastors face, such as financial pressures and time management, and provide practical strategies for thriving in this demanding role. Special guests Matt McNaughton and Chris Snyder share their experiences and insights on being bivocational pastors. The discussion covers the importance of framing bivocational ministry positively, setting realistic expectations, and actively developing leadership within the church. The episode concludes with an introduction to six key characteristics of a healthy bivocational pastor, setting the stage for future episodes diving deeper into these traits.

00:00 Introduction and New Series Announcement

01:29 Meet the Guests: Matt McNaughton and Chris Snyder

02:26 The Reality of Bi-Vocational Pastoring

04:55 Challenges and Stigmas of Bi-Vocational Ministry

08:12 Encouragement for Bi-Vocational Pastors

14:33 Characteristics of a Healthy Bi-Vocational Pastor

25:09 Conclusion and Prayer

EP 228 – Surveying Bi-vocational Ministry

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Pastor Matt MacNaughton returns to the bootcamp for this episode as we survey and explore the landscape of bi-vocational ministry. Here at the Bootcamp we know that if we will listen to the field it will lead us to the future and Matt says that bi-vocational ministry is the future of the church. We would love to listen to you. Take a couple of minutes and fill out this survey: https://su.vc/bivosurvey

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EP 149 – Planters and Replanters – Interview with Matt MacNaughton

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Welcome back to the bootcamp. This week we have a special guest, Pastor Matt MacNaughton. Matt is the founding church planter and pastor of Grace Life Church – https://thegracelifechurch.org

Matt joined JimBo at the Calvary Family of Churches Non-Ignorable Conference in Denver, CO. JimBo and Bob interviewed Matt MacNaughton to discuss what lessons a church planter can learn from replanters and what lessons replanters can learn from church planters.

One of the things we discussed was the importance of developing partnerships. We discussed this episode 47 – https://replantbootcamp.com/podcast/ep47/

Matt also shared that church planters often have a visionary mindset and can learn from replanters about an emphasis on shepherding. Bob and JimBo discussed some cautions for visionary leaders in a previous episode – https://replantbootcamp.com/podcast/ep93/

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