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Category Archives: Church Happenings
Bob is at it again
Bob is the one who complained about sugar packets. He is the one who has scolded the lady making coffee every week because she did not do it the way he would have. Bob is also the one who regularly … Continue reading
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Worship with Freedom
Today, worship was lead by the music minister, S. The praise team sounded good. It was good to have S back. When Ed proposed the sabbatical, it was with a spoken purpose. Steve had revealed to Ed that it was … Continue reading
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Theology of perfection
Last night my Shepherd and I had dinner with a prominent couple (Bob and Peg) from church. They have been involved in ministry for many years. When I think about people in this congregation who impress me, they are at … Continue reading
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S back at church
Today, S and his family were at church. It was good to have them there. Funny thing, it was largely insignificant as far as I could tell. Rather odd to have a front of the room staff person absent … Continue reading
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Forward Thinking
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
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
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
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
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?
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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