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Pastor Appreciation Day falls on the second Sunday of October every year, and there are many creative ways to show gratitude for church leaders. In fact, you can celebrate throughout the entire month because October is Pastor Appreciation Month.
Every church is unique in honoring their pastor and this important position within the church, and we’re here to help you find the perfect gift to show appreciation. While some church leaders welcome Pastor Appreciation Day with open arms, others may shy away at a celebration highlighting all of the hard work they’ve achieved.
Regardless where your pastor stands, encouragement to keep up the good work and a show of recognition is always touching. After all, Pastor Appreciation Day is as much for the pastor as it is for church members. Here are a few gift ideas to show that you hold your pastor and the position in the highest regard.
Monetary gifts
Monetary gifts are thoughtful, and there are a variety of ways to present these. If the parish is coming together as one to offer a gift, cash trees are easy and fun to give (as well as receive). You can also give gift cards to the pastor’s favorite restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. Instead of buying them a book, get them an Amazon gift card so that they can pick out their own!
A special celebration
Planning a special celebration in the pastor’s honor is a joyful way to bring church members together and show appreciation. Have everyone bring food and let the pastor and his family fill their fridge with the leftovers. During the celebration, give a memorable keepsake such as a plaque or framed picture of the church.
Invite a friend to church
Inviting a new member to church is a wonderful way to show your pastor you value them. It signifies that you don’t just acknowledge the great work they do, but you want to share it with others, and you are spreading the word to show appreciation.
Kind gestures
Kind gestures come in many forms. Giving your pastor a bag of their favorite ground coffee, mowing their lawn or raking their leaves, making their favorite casserole, or presenting them with a mug that has “World’s Best Pastor” printed on it is a nice way to show gratitude.
A simple word of appreciation
Write a note expressing how the pastor has positively influenced your life and your relationship with God. Being able to see the fruits of their labor is not always possible, and your words can brighten their day and let them know the time and effort they put into being a pastor is worth it.
Still stuck for ideas?
If you don’t know your pastor’s personal preferences very well, ask someone that is close to them what they would enjoy. Assistants or close friends and family members are usually more than happy to give you a few ideas.
Also, find out any hobbies that your pastor takes part in. Knowing that they love to fish, garden, paint, or hike gives you insight into what is useful for them in their everyday life.
Remember, you don’t have to get your pastor items that are directly tied to the church, but can provide a gift that they can use at home and in their everyday lives. Trust that you no matter what you give as a token of appreciation, your pastor will love and cherish it.
Check out 10 Fresh Ideas for Pastor Appreciation Day for even more inspiration!
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