What do you do when there is a pastoral vacancy at your church, whether planned or completely unexpected? Where does a pulpit committee start? What kind of structure and procedure should be followed? What kind of communication will candidates expect from the committee? What is the best way to keep the church informed? Organizing and operating a pulpit committee brings with it many questions, which can often be overwhelming for the committee, the church, and the candidate.This book was born out of the need for churches to be more structured and biblical in the effort to find their next pastor. The four principles laid out in this book will greatly aid any pulpit committee regardless of church size. It is designed to be an easy, purposeful read that will guide the committee in the right direction. No matter where you are in your pastoral search, you need this book.