Church For Pastors
Common questions

Answers to the questions we hear most.

Quick, plainspoken answers about who we are, what we do, and how to get connected. If you don't see what you're looking for, send us a message.

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What is Church For Pastors?
Church For Pastors is a nonprofit in the Des Moines Metro that exists to preserve and restore the next generation of church leaders through intentional blessing and service. We come alongside pastors and their families with mentorship, support groups, prayer, and community gatherings.
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Who does Church For Pastors serve?
We serve pastors, pastors' wives, and ministry families primarily in the Des Moines Metro area. Our programs are open across denominations and church sizes.
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Where is Church For Pastors located?
Des Moines, Iowa. Our gatherings happen in the DSM Metro, and many of our cohorts and groups meet online over Zoom, so pastors can join from anywhere.
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Is Church For Pastors a 501(c)(3)?
Yes. Church For Pastors is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry. Every gift is tax-deductible and 100% goes to caring for pastors. Our EIN is 41-5245482.
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How can a pastor get connected with Church For Pastors?
Reach out through the Stay Connected form on our homepage. A short message is all we need. We respond personally, usually within a day, and take it from there.
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Are conversations with Church For Pastors confidential?
Yes. The pastors and spouses we come alongside need a place where the mask comes off, and we treat every conversation accordingly. What you share with us stays with us.
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When do mentorship and coaching start?
Mentorship, coaching, and prayer partners start this spring. Visit our Resources page and open any item to sign up for details.
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Is there anything for pastors' wives?
Yes. Our Women in Ministry cohort, led by founder Kate Beeman, starts this spring for pastors' wives and women serving in ministry. Sign up on the Resources page.
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Can I attend Church For Pastors events if I'm not a pastor?
Yes, for many of them. Community events and fundraisers are open to the wider church family. Pastor-specific gatherings and care programs are reserved for pastors and their families.
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How can I support Church For Pastors?
Three ways: give financially online through Tithe.ly (all gifts are tax-deductible), sign up to serve through our Get Involved page, or submit a prayer request so our team can pray over a specific need.
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Does Church For Pastors provide counseling services?
We provide pastoral care, mentorship, and prayer support, not licensed counseling. When a pastor needs clinical mental health care, we help connect them with qualified counselors in the metro.
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How do I receive prayer from Church For Pastors?
Submit a prayer request through our Get Involved page. A small, trusted team prays over every name we receive, in confidence.
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What is the Aaron and Hur story you reference?
In Exodus 17, when Moses grew weary, Aaron and Hur held up his arms so the people of Israel could prevail. We see ourselves in that role: present, steady, and quietly holding up the arms of the pastors who are holding up the church.
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