Radio Pulpit I Am Youth

The Lonely Burden: Why Ministry Feels Like a Job Without a Shutdown Switch

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Behind the pulpit lies a world of emotional labour and constant availability that few see. Pastors grapple with profound loneliness and the weight of carrying their community's crises without a tangible reward. This heartfelt discussion reveals the unseen exhaustion of spiritual leadership, where the work never truly ends.
#PastoralStruggles #ChurchLeadership #MentalHealthInMinistry
29 Sep 2025 English South Africa Christianity · Society & Culture

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