falcownjannet
New Member
That’s a really thoughtful set of questions. I think it’s usually wiser for a pastor to date someone outside his own congregation to avoid any potential tension or power imbalance. As for being a widower or divorced, what matters most is mutual respect, emotional maturity, and shared values rather than marital history. The denomination issue, like being Baptist or not, can be important to some, but faith in God and genuine connection should come first. It’s all about building a relationship that’s healthy and spiritually supportive for both people, regardless of background.