I received two calls this week from children's pastors on opposite coasts with the same situation. Someone on their staff had decided not to be a team player and the question was the same, should they be fired??
Both of these team members exhibited a pattern of negativity over several months that was addressed. Accountability was put in place, but unfortunately as the old saying goes, a leopard can't change it's spots.
As I spoke to both of these leaders it was clear they chose to do everything they could to help the team members turn from their negative ways and choose to be team players. Both leaders made sure there was an opportunity to heal any and all hurts. I respect that so much! They wanted to do "whatever it takes" to help these sisters in Christ have the opportunity to change. Unfortunately not all leaders choose this path. I am so honored to call both of these amazing leaders friends. It's always difficult to release team members, but taking the extra steps to be Jesus with skin in the process is always the best (and most healthy) way to go.
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