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Pastoral Encouragement & Soul Care | Episode 006

Pastoral ministry is rewarding—but it can also be lonely, heavy, and discouraging if we’re not careful. In Episode 006 of They Call Me Pastor, Kyle and Don talk openly about pastoral encouragement, loneliness, rest, and soul care. This episode is for pastors, church leaders, and ministry students who want to lead faithfully without burning out or isolating themselves. This is an honest, practical conversation about staying healthy—emotionally, spiritually, and relationally—while carrying the weight of leadership. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Why pastoral encouragement and soul care matter 01:13 – Loneliness in leadership: is it unavoidable? 02:20 – Mentors, peers, and building healthy relationships 04:31 – Boards, overseers, and spiritual accountability 06:48 – Guarding your heart against isolation and discouragement 08:07 – Navigating friendships and pastoral authority 10:15 – Valuing people over performance 11:49 – Investing deeply in people and leaders 12:35 – Fatigue, boundaries, and the importance of rest 13:58 – Sabbath, sabbaticals, and sustainable rhythms 16:10 – What Sabbath can actually look like 18:10 – Encouraging yourself in difficult seasons 19:20 – Money, numbers, and discouragement in ministry 20:33 – Measuring health instead of attendance 23:02 – Why pastors shouldn’t make decisions on Mondays 24:30 – Ministry is heavy—but it’s also joyful 25:19 – Reflecting on God’s faithfulness 25:30 – Having fun and not taking yourself too seriously 27:20 – Collecting encouragement for hard seasons 30:55 – Being an encourager to other pastors 31:17 – Final encouragement and closing prayer 👉 If this episode encouraged you, share it with another pastor or leader who needs it. ⸻ 📩 Contact: Hello@theycallmepastor.com 📱 Instagram: @theycallmepastorpodcast