The calling of a new minister is not merely a matter of resumes, references, and rituals. It is a sacred act of discernment, in which the people of God seek the heart of the Good Shepherd. A rushed or poorly considered hire may satisfy immediate pressures, but it will almost always result in deeper long-term pain. On the other hand, a proper search process, guided by Scripture, prayer, and spiritual wisdom, can be one of the most unifying and faith-building experiences in a church's life. It affirms the truth that God provides for His people, that He still calls men and women into ministry, and that He delights to give shepherds after His own heart (Jeremiah 3:15).” Contents include every part of the search and call process, with helpful indeces.