THE ANSWER is: YES!
and it has to be Frequent!
*same with all other pastors
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BELOW is an ACTUAL SAMPLE of what you call "A Pastor Performance Review Form"
[this is borrowed and revised to fit HLM needs at this present time]
Evaluation of Pastor ______________[name here]________________
Please rank the performance of the pastor in the categories below.
The evaluation should reflect the typical performance rather than the occasional, isolated performance.
Completed forms should be submitted by [ON A CERTAIN DAY SPECIFIED] -- example, Wednesday, May 1, 2002 in a confidential, sealed envelope and placed in the Personnel Team National Mailbox at the National Office of HLM.
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1 = Need improvement
2 = Commendable
3 = Outstanding
NA = Not familiar with performance in this area
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1. Pastoral Ministry--Please circle one number in each line
a. Communication skills 1 2 3 NA
b. Listening skills 1 2 3 NA
c. Counseling skills 1 2 3 NA
d. Crisis ministry 1 2 3 NA
e. Hospital visitation 1 2 3 NA
f. Visitation of shut-ins 1 2 3 NA
g. Visitation of church members 1 2 3 NA
h. Grief follow-up ministry 1 2 3 NA
i. Conduct of weddings and funerals 1 2 3 NA
j. Teaching skills (Bible studies, adult SS, 1 2 3 NA
confirmation, etc.)
k. Disciple-Making skills (has his or her 12 and down the line) 1 2 3 NA
Comments:____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. Pulpit/Worship Ministry
a. Planning of worship services 1 2 3 NA
b. Sermon content (theology and mission) 1 2 3 NA
c. Sermon delivery 1 2 3 NA
d. Involvement of staff and church members 1 2 3 NA
e. Encourages spirit of hospitality 1 2 3 NA
Comments:____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. Church Administration
a. Leadership of church staff/volunteers 1 2 3 NA
b. Assistance to council, committees, church officers, 1 2 3 NA
c. Organization skills 1 2 3 NA
d. Timeliness in correspondence 1 2 3 NA
e. Response to telephone calls, e-mails 1 2 3 NA
f. Delegation skills 1 2 3 NA
Comments:____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. Personal Qualities
a. People skills 1 2 3 NA
b. Balance of personal and professional life 1 2 3 NA
c. Spiritual health 1 2 3 NA
d. Commitment to personal/professional growth 1 2 3 NA
e. Punctuality 1 2 3 NA
f. Family under control 1 2 3 NA
Comments:____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. Community/National Participation
a. Participation in local HLM Conference 1 2 3 NA
b. Participation in SUMMITS activities 1 2 3 NA
c. Participation in UNITED MOVEMENT association 1 2 3 NA
Comments:____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. Evangelism leadership
a. Commitment to evangelistic visitation/training 1 2 3 NA
b. Commitment to evangelism in the church 1 2 3 NA
c. Commitment to Revival, Renewal and Prayer 1 2 3 NA
Comments:____________________________________________________________________
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Narrative evaluation
1. What strengths are most evident in the leadership / ministry of the pastor?
2. What growth areas are most evident in the leadership / ministry of the pastor?
3. How do you evaluate the overall effectiveness and potential of the pastor in his current role?
5. How do you evaluate the effectiveness of the pastor in leading the church to fulfill its purpose and mission?
6. What constructive suggestions do you wish to communicate to the pastor?
Please check the category that most applies to you:
____ Council Member
____ LifeGroup Pastor
____ Ministry Leader
____ Congregation Member
____ Other: please note here:_____________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Signature & Date
Your signature is required.
All names will remain confidential; however, summary comments will be shared with the pastor. Please submit your evaluation form by [ON A CERTAIN DAY SPECIFIED] -- example, Wednesday, May 1, 2002 in a confidential, sealed envelope and placed in the Personnel Team National Mailbox at the National Office of HLM.
