How to Pastor and Live to Tell About It contains practical lessons for today's church leadership. It's like sitting across from seasoned pastors and learning what they wish someone had told them at the beginning of their leadership journey. Readers will learn to recognize and meet common issues such as time management, burnout, and relationship problems. They will read stories from today's ministers who overcame special challenges similar to those encountered by the biblical character Nehemiah. Seekers will discover ways to bring out God-given skills among church members. This helpful book is written in a conversational tone by a pastor's wife with over 30 years in the parsonage and includes practical advice from eighteen modern-day pastors. Readers will find encouragement, problem-solving skills and valuable pastoral counseling included in its pages. Church leaders will realize strategies for decision-making and discerning the will of God. Results may lead to a healthier church for today while creating ministries for the future.