Code of Ethics for Pastors
Pastors have a key role in the community of faith. A set of rules of conduct is important for them to have in order to ensure right or wrong doing. The following are important ethical codes and standards a pastor should follow.
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Devotion
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A pastor must be devoted to God, community and the people of her congregation. Building strong interpersonal and spiritual relationships with all the people a pastor meets is vital.
Integrity
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Pastors must practice what they preach. It is important for a pastor to conduct herself in a proper manner in accordance to things she says, does and believes.
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Confidentiality
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A pastor has a duty to keep personal matters private to the people who entrust in her confidence during counseling and consultation.
Professionalism
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A pastor must maintain professionalism in personal appearance and community conduct since she will be a representative of a particular faith.
Responsibility
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A pastor's code of ethics is much higher than normal, since the position contains power that allows for major influence within a community and on the lives of individuals.
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l will thereby do as the bible says.
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