Pastor's Poll:
Economic Challenges Facing PAW Pastors

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* My personal finances are:

in excellent shape

in good shape

okay, but need improvement

in real trouble

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* I would describe my knowledge of personal finances as:

Beginner

Competent

Expert

Clear

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* The biggest financial challenges I personally face:

Insufficient income to meet my family's needs and pay my bills

Unpredictable or irregular income

Managing my debt (e.g., loans, credit cards)

Paying taxes I owe

A poor credit score

Not saving enough

Not enough for retirement

Affording health care

Not sure how to invest

A lack of financial knowledge

Other (please specify)

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* My church’s finances are:

in excellent shape

in good shape

okay, but need improvement

in real trouble

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* I would describe my ability to manage the operational and administrative aspects of my church/ministry as:

Needs Improvement

Average

Strong

Clear

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* The most challenging aspects of managing my church/ministry:

Raising money

Budgeting and financial planning

Strategic planning and goal setting

Administrative and follow-up tasks

Compliance (e.g., legal, policies/protocols, insurances)

Facility/building maintenance issues

Recruiting and retaining volunteers or staff

Other (please specify)

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* My pastoral duties leave me feeling burned out and/or emotionally exhausted:

Rarely (less than once a month)

Occasionally (1 - 2 times a month)

Frequently (once a week or more)

Constantly (almost daily)

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* I have these emotional support systems in place:

Regular counseling or therapy

Occasional counseling or therapy

Spouse, family, or close friends to talk to

Peer or pastoral support groups

Prayer

Exercise, playing sports

Taking vacations

Relaxing activities (e.g., watch TV, massage, hobby, nature break)

Other (please specify)

None of the above

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* In the community/neighborhood where my church/ministry is located, I am:

Very engaged (I know the residents and business owners, I'm aware of the issues, and actively working to solve problems)

Somewhat engaged (I have a few relationships, I'm aware of some issues, and the community knows me but I could probably do more)

Occasionally engaged (we really only host activities like holiday and back to school giveaways)

Not really engaged (because I’m more focused on my church)

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* When trying to meet the needs of my community, I face these obstacles:

Lack of funding

Lack access to or knowledge of resources

Limited understanding of the issues or needs

Limited interest or not enough willing workers

Resistance to change or new ideas

Not sure what to do or where to start

Feeling overwhelmed by the level of need

Other (please specify)

None of the above

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* Is there anything else you want to share about your experience as a pastor?

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* Where do you live?

City

State

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* Optional: What is your name?

First

Last

Pastor's Poll: Economic Challenges Facing PAW Pastors

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* My personal finances are:

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* I would describe my knowledge of personal finances as:

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* The biggest financial challenges I personally face:

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* My church’s finances are:

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* I would describe my ability to manage the operational and administrative aspects of my church/ministry as:

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* The most challenging aspects of managing my church/ministry:

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* My pastoral duties leave me feeling burned out and/or emotionally exhausted:

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* I have these emotional support systems in place:

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* In the community/neighborhood where my church/ministry is located, I am:

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* When trying to meet the needs of my community, I face these obstacles:

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* Is there anything else you want to share about your experience as a pastor?

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* Where do you live?

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* Optional: What is your name?

Pastor's Poll:
Economic Challenges Facing PAW Pastors