Top Holiday Gifts for Church Pastors

Garnet Miller
Pastors are God's keepers of the followers of Jesus Christ. They tend to the needs of their congregations every day not just on Sundays. On Christmas, as a congregation, let them know how much you care. Here are a few gift ideas for those special men and women.

From Family Christian Stores:

1. Names of Jesus Elegant Cross - $19.99

This soft leather cross features the names of Jesus mentioned in the Bible from Genesis to Revelations. This piece will make a welcome addition to any pastor's study at church or at home.

2. 10 Commandments Framed Art - $44.99

The Ten Commandments as given to Moses in Exodus 20:2-17 are set down in this matted and framed work of art. It is perfect to hang at church or home.

3. Baker's Pastoral Handbooks - $44.99

This beautifully bound three volume collection would make a great start to a new pastor's library. The set includes a Wedding, Funeral, and Worship Handbook. Equip your pastor to do the job that God has called him/her to do.

4. eBible Deluxe Edition - $129.97

Grant your pastor the ease of preparing for sermons at his/her fingertips. Instead of having countless commentaries, bibles, dictionaries, and other resources open across the desk each week, this software puts several reference books at your pastor's disposal within a keystroke's reach. Your pastor will not have to open all those reference books ever again to prepare a sermon, bible study, or lecture. The eBible Deluxe Edition is biblical technology at its finest.

5. NIV/KJV Electronic Bookman Bible Pocket Size - $52.99

This pocket size electronic bible is a must for pastor's who minister to the sick and shut-in in homes and the hospital. This electronic version of the bible lets your pastor find the biblical book, chapter, and verse they need to minister to someone in seconds-no more thumbing through the text. Pastors can also search by keywords if they are not sure where the verse is found. The electronic Bookman Bible also features a 100-entry databank that can be used for addresses and phone numbers of those they need to visit or just important items your pastor wants to remember. You can choose either the NIV or KJV of the bible.

6. Portable Communion Kits - $51.50

Keep your pastor prepared when they do their weekly or daily visitations. This travel communion kit comes with a glass bottle for communion juice, an aluminum wafer holder, and four glass communion cups. All of the items are contained in an attractive hardcover case with maroon satin lining.

From Lifeway Christian Stores:

7. Jesus Journal - $9.99

Even pastors need to record their personal feelings and experiences. This gift will not only keep your pastor organized, but will give them a secure place to jot things down.

8. Clock Key and Stand - $26.99

The end of this key is a clock. The stand, holding the key is engraved with Matthew 16:19. This desk piece will provide inspiration for your pastor when it is most needed.

All of the above gift ideas are appropriate for male and female pastors alike. Here are a few additional gift ideas specifically for female pastors.

9. Fruit of the Spirit Collection-Tiffany Table Lamp - $99.99

This elegant lamp has the verse from Galatians 5:22 painted on the lamp shade. No pastor's desk would be complete without this illuminating work of art.

10. Grace Collection: Tote - $31.99

This tote bag and bible cover feature the verse from John 1:16. Your pastor will be able to carry everything she needs all in one sturdy tote.

11. Angel Lapel Pins - $5.00

The set includes five different lapel pins for every occasion. Angels are God's messengers as are pastors.

From Family Christian Stores:

12. A Virtuous Woman Framed Art - $24.99

This plaque features scripture from Proverbs 31:10, 31 concerning the attributes of a virtuous woman. Let your pastor know how you feel about her.

13. JC Cross Purse Style Bible Cover-Brown - $27.99

The bible cover resembles a stylish leather purse. Keep your pastor in current fashion with this must have accessory.

Published by Garnet Miller

Garnet is a parttime freelance writer.She has published in Cross-Times & 3 FaithWriters anthologies.She has been managing editor and written 2 columns for Extreme Women magazine.Her main focus is ghostwritin...  View profile

  • All of these gifts can be purchased at either Lifeway Christian Stores or Family Christian Stores. If there is not a store near you, these items can also be purchased at www.lifewaystores.com and www.familychristian.com.
  • Pastors are messengers of God to His people her on earth.
  • Let your pastor know how much you appreciate them with a great Christmas gift.
  • Pastors minister every day of the week not just on Sundays.
In the Old Testament, God used imperfect people to reveal His word to the Isrealites. In doing this, He showed that He could use anyone to accomplish His missions amongst His people.

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  • Lee12/15/2009

    Being a pastor's wife of a small church and a mother of 2 children, money as a gift from the church was always appreciated and needed. We have received gift cards before and we were able to use them. But when times are hard, money seems to be the best gift and the most appreciated. That is what we can use and know where we need it. I am sure other pastor's wives can identify with this. My husband would NEVER tell what was really needed and accepted very graciously what was given. I am the one who does the banking ans bill paying, not my husband and he doesn't understand the dynamics of our finances. He just thinks getting paid is all he needs. God says to take care of your pastor. Some members do not believe in giving the pastor a decent salary (some think that will keep him humble)and that God will bless him and his family. That is true, God WILL bless but hopefully someone will realize that the pastor and his family has bills just like the members and would like to be able to ha

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