Some More Current Trends for Pastors to Consider

Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss some current trends that pastors need to be aware of for their churches and communities. Some Highlights:
  • More social media issues
  • Changing family dynamics
  • Increasing cultural headwinds
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