WHAT HAPPENS NOW?
It was such a joy to see our church family enjoying the fellowship and delicious
food at the Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday Evening, November 23. Earlier that
day, session members met with Executive Presbyter, Dan Saperstein, who shared
guidance and information on the transition process.
His recommendations resulted in the following immediate and future actions:
1. IMMEDIATE: Session appointed a team to deal with the day-to-day work of
the church during the transition time. The members of the team are Bill Glanz,
Carol Heltenberg, LuAnne Hoch and Wilbur Snelling. They will be assisted by
Marilyn Van Norden, Office Administrator.
2. FUTURE: At the December 18 meeting, session will select a 3-5 member
Interim Pastor Search Committee.
3. IMMEDIATE: Knowing that there are those who might need to express their
feelings of discouragement or uncertainty during this transition, session members
are ready to listen. Contact any elder listed on the back page of this newsletter
for someone who is able to listen to your concerns or questions. Deacons are
setting up a "caring network" which will include a contact person for everyone
in our church family. If you need a visit, call or assistance, please contact any
deacon listed.
4. FUTURE: Guest pastors for worship services have been scheduled into the
month of January. Pastor Donna Herman will be with us during Advent and
Pastor Bill Glover has graciously offered to help when needed. If, for any
reason, you would like a visit by a pastor, please contact the church office.
Our church family is being cared for by the elders, deacons, guest pastors, staff
and committees. The leaders of this church are committed to providing timely
information and know that communications is the best way to help everyone feel
secure during this time of change. They are also committed to always remember
that we cannot be secure unless we rely on the faithfulness and strength of God.
Words from Psalm 62 say, "My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes
from Him. Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to Him, for
God is our refuge. Know that God is strong. Know that God is loving."