Ministry can often have pressure to be successful in a way that may be counter to the way Jesus chose to minister.  Sean Issac Palmer speaks very openly about a situation where he experienced a painful release from a church.  The perception of failure as Sean discussed can be an enormous burden for pastors. Hope is possible when we honor our limitations and fill our lives with pastoral friendships that help provide the safe place all people need. Discussion Questions: 
Sean talked about how Pastors can be a convenient receptacle for people’s pain.  How do you see that play out in your ministry?
A youth pastor had a major influence on him when he was younger. Who were the greatest influences in your developmental years?
Sean talked about the pain of being let go from a church. Many times this is so painful because the pastor has few people she or he could turn to.  Where do you find yourself going to navigate the most difficult aspects of ministry?  
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