PASTOR’S PEN . . .
by Pastor Dave Templin

‘Tis the season for change.  Yes, the end of spring brings many changes in life, not to mention the annual growing season in the northern hemisphere.  But, what about the ‘sphere’ of the church?  This, too, sees growth and change during these days and the weeks ahead.  Here are some things for which to watch:

1. Our new officers will be joining the continuing members of Session and of Deacons at their respective monthly meetings in June.  Many thanks for those faithful leaders completing their term of service.  Elders Ryan B., Gary C., Elisa L., Gerry M., and Von S., and Deacons Bonnie B., Judy C., and Betty C. will be changing their role and now doing their leading by example ‘from the pews.’  New officers coming on board will be Elders Don I., Rudy K., Helen S., and Pauline W. (re-elected for a second term), and Deacons Susan B., Peggy P., and Kathryn P.l (also re-elected for a second term).  Please keep all your leaders in daily prayers for God’s guiding of our congregation through them.

2. Several of our young people will be graduating from High School and launching off into various fields of work and study.  Be sure to check out the information about them by our Youth Director, Justin Ross, in this LOG.  And keep each of these folks in your daily prayers as they seek to grow in life and in faith.

3. Summer is the ‘moving season’ as new folks will be relocating to our area and new families will be looking for a faith community in which to worship and grow in their faith journey.  Make it a point to look for and welcome new neighbors moving into your area as well as those who come to worship on a Sunday.  AND make it a point to invite them to be a part of your small group or to accompany you to some other fellowship activity.  Your invitation could make all the difference in their life!

New staff member, Kurt Imbach, is getting in touch with small groups and forming new ones as needed.  Welcome his work with us in resourcing these groups, and pray for God’s leading and wisdom as he helps ‘old’ and ‘new’ folks connect with Christ’s family here.

Yes, summer is the season of change and growth.  In the church it is a time filled with opportunity – for refreshment, re-creation, and reconnecting with one another.  What part of this does God have in mind for you?  As those charged with Christ’s Great Commission, let’s be looking for ways to meet and make new disciples in his kingdom.