A text is great, but a handwritten note of encouragement is something a pastor or planter can keep on their desk and re-read on the hard days. ✍️
Here are 4 ideas of what to write:
➡️ “I want to let you know how much your message on [Topic/Scripture] challenged me. Because of your faithful preaching, I am trusting God with...”
➡️ “Thank you for the quiet, unseen ways you shepherd our church family, from early morning prayers to late-night counseling. Your faithfulness doesn’t go unnoticed.”
➡️ “I deeply appreciate your integrity, humility, and genuine love for our community. Thank you (and your family) for the sacrifices you make to lead us.”
➡️ “I am praying for you and your family specifically this week. Asking God to give you [prayer request].”
Save this post, pick up a card, and drop a note of gratitude to your pastor or local church planter this #PastorAppreciationMonth! 🙏
- A text is great, but a handwritten note of encouragement is something a pastor or planter can keep on their desk and re-read on the hard days. ✍️ Here are 4 ideas of what to write: ➡️ “I want to let you know how much your message on [Topic/Scripture] challenged me. Because of your faithful preaching, I am trusting God with...” ➡️ “Thank you for the quiet, unseen ways you shepherd our church family, from early morning prayers to late-night counseling. Your faithfulness doesn’t go unnoticed.” ➡️ “I deeply appreciate your integrity, humility, and genuine love for our community. Thank you (and your family) for the sacrifices you make to lead us.” ➡️ “I am praying for you and your family specifically this week. Asking God to give you [prayer request].” Save this post, pick up a card, and drop a note of gratitude to your pastor or local church planter this #PastorAppreciationMonth! 🙏
A handwritten note survives in a pastor's desk long after the email gets deleted. I still have some from Ghana older than my kids' school awards. Write the note.
A handwritten note on a desk is such a quiet kindness for a pastor on a hard Tuesday. Good ideas here.