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Email signatures for pastors

A person asking about a service or pastoral appointment needs a published church contact. Name the congregation and office location, with a service information link instead of a private home address or personal counselling details.

Fictional examples. Replace sample credentials and licence numbers with your own verified details.

What to include

  • Church name and pastoral office contact
  • Congregation or denomination as appropriate
  • Office number for appointments
  • Church location rather than a private home address
  • Service information page
  • Professional name and a business email address

What to leave out

  • Sensitive pastoral counselling details
  • Images containing your only contact details
  • More than one primary call to action

Questions for pastors

What should pastors put first?
Lead with your name, then your role. Include church name and pastoral office contact where it helps recipients identify you.
Which link belongs in a pastor signature?
Use a link to your service information page. Label the destination clearly and check it before pasting the signature into your mail client.

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