Pastors, ever feel like your phone has a spiritual gift for ringing at the worst possible moment? In this episode, we dive into the holy art of becoming—brace yourself—radically unavailable. Yes, we’re talking about saying “no,” ignoring notifications, and trusting that the Kingdom of God will not collapse if you take a nap. Join us as we talk with Michael Forney, COO of the Free Methodist Church USA. Together we explore how stepping away (without guilt) might just save your sanity, your family, and your ministry.

1. How do you define radical unavailability?
2. How do you see “radical unavailability” fitting into the biblical vision of rest, Sabbath, and limits?
3. Jesus was often unavailable—slipping away to pray, resting, refusing demands. What does His example teach us?
4. Why do churches often expect pastors to be endlessly accessible? Where does that expectation come from—scripture, tradition, or modern culture?
5. How do you see the “always-on” ministry mindset contributing to burnout, compassion fatigue, or moral failure?
6. What does radical unavailability look like for a pastor on a weekly basis?
   (e.g., digital Sabbath, office hours, unreachable times, staff systems)
7. How can a pastor communicate boundaries to the congregation they serve and lead without sounding cold or unpastoral?