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Jerrie Barber
Interim Minister | Church Leadership Trainer and Consultant
Jerrie Barber is an Interim Minister, Church Leadership Trainer, and Consultant based in Nashville, Tennessee.1 He has served as the Interim Preacher at Pacific Church of Christ from October 2021 until 2023.5
Professional Background
Jerrie Barber specializes in helping churches and preachers during transitional periods, particularly between permanent ministers. He runs a website and blog called "Between Preachers," which is dedicated to discussing biblical principles, providing information, and sharing tools for leading effective transitions in churches.23
Services and Expertise
Barber offers various services, including:
- Interim ministry
- Church leadership training
- Consulting for churches in transition
He has conducted workshops on Interim Ministry, with one of his first workshops being attended by Roger Leonard and his wife Alisa.3
Recent Work
Jerrie Barber, along with his wife Gail, recently completed an interim ministry at Pacific Church of Christ. Their approach was characterized by:
- Teaching and living by Jesus' example
- Focusing on people and looking for the good in everyone
- Demonstrating patience and kindness4
Barber's work has been well-received, with positive reviews highlighting his and Gail's contributions to the church community during their interim period.
