One of the things I have appreciated
about this congregation is the fact that you have not stopped being
the church just because you find yourselves in a time a change and
transition. You didn’t say, “Well, we’ll just wait and see what
happens next.” You have continued to be the Church in our community
and in our world. Our Sunday morning worship experiences have
remained vital and well attended. Our outreach programs have
expanded. Our giving has increased. Our enthusiasm has remained
strong. I see all of this as a powerful illustration of your health
as a congregation. In the weeks and months ahead, as the Pastoral
Search Committee engages in the process of interviewing potential
candidates to become your next Settled Pastor, they will be in the
wonderful position of seeking the right person to work with you to
enhance your strengths rather than “save” you from your
weaknesses. I invite you to recognize the many ways in which you are
a strong, healthy, vital congregation actively engaged in important
ministry on God’s behalf. Your future is bright.
- Pastor Roger
(keeping my feet firmly planted in
the flow)
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