On Deck Interest Survey Leave a Comment / By Karl / June 16, 2026 Thank you for participating in the On Deck Interest Survey The following questions will help to inform us as we build a blueprint for pastoral transition which we hope will help you are many other ministry leaders around the world. These questions are for internal research purposes only and will not be shared with anyone. What do you want to learn about? Choose no more than two. Finding a pastoral replacement Helping the church transition from pastor to pastor Timing the transition well Preparing for life after pastoring Other (Comment Below) Comment What are your greatest concerns right now? Choose no more than two. Church finances Personal finances Aging church members Lack of leadership options Other (Comment Below) Comment I’m planning to transition out of the pastorate: In less than 1 year from now In 1 to 2 years In 2 to 5 years In 5+ years None My current church size is (average Sunday attendance): Under 50 50-99 100-200 Above 200 None My current pastorate is: (Pick one) In a denomination Non-denominational None My current pastorate is: (Pick one) In a city In a suburb In a rural community None My current pastorate is: (Pick one) Full-time pay Part-time pay No pay from the church None My current pastorate is: (Pick one) Bivocational (would be full time, if I could) Covocational (a strategic choice) N/A None Other: Thank you for taking the time to answer these questions. Your input helps us better serve ministers all over the world. If you haven't yet registered for On Deck, click here to go to the registration page and use promo doe SURVEY at checkout for an additional $50 off. Time's up
