Monthly Archives: March 2011

Forward Thinking

Posted on March 30, 2011 by admin

It is kind of fun — I am thinking about ministry ideas again.  My mind can wander to things like a church picnic and a talent show.  I can ponder the format of a ladies’ Sunday School class.  It seems … Continue reading →

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Church’s Reaction

Posted on March 28, 2011 by admin

The Shepherd had 2-3 people ask about Ed’s resignation.  A church of several hundred people and there are 2-3 people who are interested in the resignation of an elder.  Either the people are indifferent or beat down.  Is there another … Continue reading →

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The Bully loses power

Posted on March 26, 2011 by admin

Note From The Elders Ed has resigned as an elder at the church, effective immediately.   That is the full announcement of the removal of an elder.  The elders don’t want to fuel gossip.  Instead of making a full explanation … Continue reading →

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“The” Meeting

Posted on March 24, 2011 by admin

Tonight the elders will meet with the shepherd and S.  As six men who want to serve God through ministries at this local church, they will meet.  They will eat together and share in the Lord’s Supper. They will also … Continue reading →

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Today is Sunday

Posted on March 20, 2011 by admin

Today the shepherd addresses the congregation – in a normal service.  Tomorrow the elders will gather for the first time since the shepherd’s resignation. The shepherd is going to preach the next sermon in the series.  I admire the shepherd. … Continue reading →

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New Day – Do we have the energy?

Posted on March 18, 2011 by admin

The shepherd has real hope Ed will be off the board next week – either by resignation or removal.  I have real hope the elders will ask the shepherd to remain on staff and lead this flock.  What I am … Continue reading →

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I feel sick

Posted on March 15, 2011 by admin

Ed realizes the game has changed.  Unfortunately, for Ed it is a game.  For the rest of us, there is so much more at stake. Ed is now trying to set up the shepherd;  making sure he can point to … Continue reading →

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My Girl Gets It

Posted on March 15, 2011 by admin

Things are falling apart quickly.  Ed is livid.  Seems only a matter of days before the end comes.  We explained that to the girls today.  My youngest is the most upset. She has adapted well at the church.  She has … Continue reading →

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Is the End Near?

Posted on March 12, 2011 by admin

Tonight the shepherd and I spoke of the need to record our story.  How will we remember all that has gone on?  Will we be able to support ourselves by telling our story.  Should we be working a network so … Continue reading →

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Grace in the Church

Posted on March 10, 2011 by admin

Last week the small group met to discuss the sermon which was about Jesus calming the storm.  My small group includes Ed – when he deems it appropriate to bless us with his attendance.  He was there this week.  (I … Continue reading →

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