A Day in the Life of a Pastor | Mark & Tara Beth (Part 1)

What does a week in the life of a pastor really look like? In this candid and lighthearted episode, Tara Beth and Mark pull back the curtain on their daily routines, juggling ministry, family, and their own spiritual practices. 🎙️ In This Episode: The unique rhythms of pastoral life: from Sunday sermons to late-night small groups. Hilarious and humbling moments, including DoorDash mishaps and the reality of managing schedules. Insight into the pressures of ministry, including the differences in expectations for male and female pastors. How these two leaders balance preaching, leadership, and their personal lives. 📌 Highlights: 00:59 Reflecting on Past Guests and Personal Pastoring Experiences 02:11 Managing Pastoral Schedules 04:25 The Challenges of Calendar Management 07:04 Embarrassing Stories and DoorDash Adventures 11:06 Sunday Morning Routines 14:08 Early Morning Routine and Church Preparation 14:30 Support from Jeff: Breakfast and Sermon Prep 17:37 Sunday Services: The Pastor Scramble 20:35 Balancing Church Duties and Family Time 21:36 Monday Meetings and Small Group Fellowship 22:56 Teaching and Administrative Responsibilities 24:07 Weekly Prayer and Staff Meetings 29:42 Reflecting on Pastoral Life and Future Topics