You never know how good you have it until you look over the fence.
Today, I went to a pastors' retreat in Salisbury. We spent the day in worship, prayer and conversation. I really found it refreshing in so many ways. I had way to many things to do and thought about cancelling. I'm so glad I didn't.
However, several pastors spoke about their fractured congregation. One pastor said his severance package ran out last January after he was asked to leave. Another pastor thought his church had about a year and a half until they went bankrupt. Another spoke of the weight he felt on his shoulders and within his heart. Many sat there, soaking up the quiet, drinking in the fellowship and gathering strength from the prayer to face their churches.
I never take for granted what we enjoy here at Christ Lutheran. It's far from perfect. I know some people fall through the cracks. The staff is filled with cracked vessels. We could tighten up some screws. But if you ever doubt what God is doing here or the strength of the community or the depth of the ministry or the extent of the impact, take a glimpse over the fence from time to time.
How good, Lord, to be here!
Your Grateful Pastor,
Scott
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This church sure likes to reach out into the community. How blessed we are to have leadership that is strong and ready to enact change and not accept the complacency of the "system". Can you imagine the impact on the community and the church if only 100 more people became integral to our outreach. Some many programs ...... Which fits you the best. Give it a try you never know what might happen.
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