Why is going on a retreat or mission trip part of a church staff members job (and not vacation)?
The presence of a staff member, whether it be our music director, our pastors, office managers, director of youth and family ministry, custodian, or our contemporary worship leader on a church retreat or mission trip is a part of that persons job responsibilities. Indeed, a staff person is doing the ministry of Christs Church (a part of his or her role) while engaging in a retreat or mission trip. Such off-site events often require great amounts of planning and preparation on the part of staff members. Building team relationships and supporting retreat or mission team participants is critical to the work of our staff members and our church. These retreats or trips are a reminder that the ministry and mission of St. Johns is wide ranging; it happens seven days a week and extends well beyond our church buildings.
