Posts from April 2026
Pastor’s Note about Sabbatical
It is common practice in mainline Protestant congregations to offer covenanting clergy a sabbatical. In his book Planning Sabbaticals: A Guide for Congregations and Their Pastors, Robert Saler writes, “a sabbatical is an extended period of time in which the pastor is away from the congregation pursuing a variety of intentionally renewing activities.” For us, that time will be July 13th- October 12th. The question I have been asking myself is, “What will renew my spirit for ministry?” Each pastor…
Pastor’s Column – Apr 2026
List of “Prouds” Wild ChurchVBS Spending time with familyWelcome and AffirmingGenerosity for missions local and worldFacility Open for Community UseOpen and Affirming (justice, community involvement)Relevant/Current Sermons by PastorChildren’s Area and inclusion of the age continuumGiving CommunityAll inclusiveMessage through Sermon, music, Bible/Book StudiesEmphasizes COMPASSIONCommunity FocusOpen and Friendly People! The list above was compiled by those who worshiped and gathered for the church potluck in February. We broke into several groups to lift up the parts of our shared ministry we are…