Crossway Christian Church

Calling Christian leaders "pastor" or "shepherd" has a long and rich biblical tradition. In calling our leaders shepherds, we both unite them with the Lord Jesus Christ and indicate the nature of their ministry. Shepherds are to serve the flock of God, both by feeding them in the word and tending to their well-being. When pastors fulfill their calling, they both model the goodness of the Lord and embody the redemption afforded in Christ.