Obviously this may vary from one situation to the other but it is good to take time to communicate with the church on certain, specific matters. This can save a lot of trouble and misunderstanding in the future.

Every church has problems and a pastor cannot expect a perfect situation but some problems or emblematic of church in general, while others may be specific challenges that a particular church may be facing.

Just a few suggestions…

Is the church ready for growth and revival?
What is the vision of the church?
Does the church have ongoing prayer and fasting?
Is the church ready and willing to engage in prayer and fasting?
How strongly does the church believe and teach the doctrines of salvation?
What is the holiness/standards position of the church?
What kind of church government does the church function under?
How are the finances handled?
Who controls the money?
What indebtedness does the church?
What is expected of the pastor and his family?
What the known challenges the church may be facing?

Some things may not be understood by specific questions to the board but a newly elected pastor should try to understand the history of the church, the pastoral style to which they are accustomed, and what they expect from the pastor.