USMB is delighted to be a partner in the Bless Your Pastor movement to help Christians and churches everywhere show and share God’s love with their pastors and church staff. October is Pastor Appreciation month, and the Bless Your Pastor initiative is an opportunity for your church to take seriously the call to care for your pastor.

Pastors and their spouses play a vital role in serving and loving congregations across the country, and yet many feel discouraged. That's why the National Association of Evangelicals started the Bless Your Pastor campaign.

You and your congregation can show and share God's love with your pastors through the Bless Your Pastor initiative in three easy steps. 

1. Share this list of 50 Creative Ways to Bless Your Pastor (or Pastor & Staff) with your congregation. The link includes versions in English and Español.
2. Take an Appreciation Offering for your pastor.
3. Celebrate your pastor by collecting notes, praying for them during a church service or planning an appreciation meal.

Final Step: Special Bonus! For participating churches that complete all three steps, your senior pastor will receive an email link to a webpage providing a $350 scholarship application to attend a Family Life Marriage Retreat, plus additional vacation and retreat opportunities. To receive this bonus, fill out this online form.