These Pastor Appreciation Letter Samples are a great way for Churches to bless those who are serving the Lord in the calling of Pastor.
The Bible encourages us to “give honor where honor is due”. We believe this is both a wonderful thing to do, but also comes with great blessing for church leadership.
These letters are written by a Pastor with over 35 years of ministry experience. They will be a great addition to ministry efforts!
Whether it’s an invitation to a Pastor Appreciation Service or a letter asking for cards and notes for an appreciation book. Possibly a letter of invitation to a Pastor’s retirement banquet is what you need. You are sure to find letters you can easily modify and use! There are also some great ideas for Pastor Appreciation day too!
Dear (FIRST NAME)
“And I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.”
— Jeremiah 3:15
As pastors, we take on the shepherd’s role. It’s our job to seek after the Lord so that we are fed with His knowledge and understanding in order to lead His people.
For INSERT NUMBER of years, you have helped shepherd our church. You have worked to carry out the message and wisdom of Christ to our congregation.
Dear (FIRST NAME)
Depending on how well you know me or pay attention to my sermons, you might think that my mom/parents brought me up well, or you might think I was raised in a barn. Of course, I’d like to think that you believe the former over the latter!
For what it’s worth, my mom/parents taught me to always send a thank-you note when someone has given a gift to me, whether that was a present with a bow, a check for my birthday, or an act of love and kindness.
Dear NAME,
On behalf of the leadership of Christian Life Church, we would like to say that we are so incredibly blessed to have PASTOR AND WIFE’S NAMES lead our congregation. Pastor Appreciation Month is approaching and it is a special time for our community to commit to praying for our pastor and his family.
Dear Pastor (Name),
Please know that we are praying for you as you go through the loss of your (loved one).
So often, you are the one who is comforting people as they go through losses in their lives, and of course you are also there to rejoice when others rejoice as well.
Dear
On behalf of the leadership and congregation here at (NAME OF CHURCH), I wanted to extend our sincere condolences upon the passing of your (MOTHER/FATHER).
We have seen you come to our comfort and aid so many times in the past as you have served so faithful in your ministry call to Pastor this congregation.