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PASTOR CANDIDATE FEEDBACK

A thoughtful visit.
A congregation heard.

Help your search committee understand what members observed after a trial sermon.

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One visit. Clear context.

Your church approves the questions, candidate details, sermon date, eligible participants, and who may review the results.

Confidential participation

Live evaluations use private, single-use codes distributed by authorized church leaders. Participants do not enter their names or email addresses on the questionnaire.

Feedback with perspective

Feedback informs the search committee alongside interviews, references, and other review. A trial sermon cannot reveal every aspect of pastoral ministry.

INTERACTIVE SAMPLE • NO DATA COLLECTION

Pastor Candidate Feedback

Candidate: Sample Candidate   |   Visit: Sample sermon date

Answer only from what you observed. Choose “Unable to assess” when you do not have enough information. Comments should avoid names and identifying details.

1. The candidate explained the Scripture passage clearly.
2. The message reflected thoughtful preparation and biblical understanding.
3. The sermon was organized and easy to follow.
4. The candidate communicated in a way I could understand.
5. The message offered meaningful application to everyday life.
6. The sermon encouraged spiritual reflection and growth.
7. The candidate showed respect and warmth toward the congregation during this visit.
8. The candidate helped me engage with the message during worship.
9. Based on this visit, would you support inviting this candidate to the next stage of the church’s process?

Optional demographic questions can include age range and length of church membership, with “Prefer not to answer.” Reporting should protect small groups.

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There is no submit button: this is a sample for review, not an active church evaluation.