Tomorrow marks a new chapter in the story of Amazing Grace Lutheran Church. Pastor Arden Dorn begins his ministry with us. We are so excited to have him and I know he is excited to be here!
Sometimes it is easy to think of a new Pastor as superman. The reality is though that a new pastor does not instantly make a church grow, heal old wounds, or even magically make things perfect. AGLC has its share of problems and they will not be solved over night. Of course, it also has its share of strengths. In this time of transition, it is important for us to name and claim those. Claiming our strengths and weaknesses will help us create a vision for our congregation going forward. As you can probably guess naming and claiming them is just a first step. We also have to do something about it. We have to create a vision for ourselves. So what is your vision for Amazing Grace? Let’s get talking!
Pr. Dorn,
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful surprise to read that you will follow Trinity Lutheran Church's in NYC former intern, Pr. Bailie in ministry at Amazing Grace. I can't tell you how many wonderful memories have surfaced by just seeing and reading your name. May God richly bless your ministry and efforts as you begin your ministry among God's faithful at Amazing Grace.
For The Sake of Creating Signs of Hope,
Horace Beasley