This was the view as I woke Friday morning to greet the day.
I spent the evening with the Search Committee at Church of the Good Shepherd in Albuquerque, and then stayed with Bob and Pat Rozenak. Some days, I feel like a king!
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Nice reward, no?
This was the view as I woke Friday morning to greet the day.
I spent the evening with the Search Committee at Church of the Good Shepherd in Albuquerque, and then stayed with Bob and Pat Rozenak. Some days, I feel like a king!
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Some new friends to meet
Meet the Search Committee at Encanto Community Church, United Church of Christ. I met with them earlier in the week, and they are ready to get things going. In the picture are Jill, Ted, LeeAnn, Madison, Mary, and Jan.
And in this picture we have a few of our Partners in Education. I had my first meeting with this group, and we talked about how to make Christian Education, and their contributions to that effort, more central to the life of the Southwest Conference. Here picture are Larry, Carol, Sue, and Dana.
Monday, November 10, 2008
La Trinidad
What a marvelous Sunday this was. A long drive, to be sure, but well worth it as I helped La Trinidad celebrate both their 118th Anniversary and the Licensure of their pastor, Jessie Sustaita.
First, here is the gas station where I filled up in Southeastern Arizona. Why show this? Because this is where the old guy in the beat up pickup drove me to after I ran out of gas on the Highway. I might have had a few things on my mind - but really, no excuse. Just being dumb again.
But, once I got to El Paso, I had a blast. Did a little adventure seeking in the morning, and came across this amphitheater hidden in the Franklin Mountains. Can't wait to see a concert or play here.
Then, La Trinidad celebrated. Jessie was recognized in the service for her authorization as a Licenced Minister. There were tears of joy, dancing, music, and food. Desert View UCC in El Paso cancelled there worship service to attend and help in the celebration, and members from Sin Fronteras were there as well.
All in all, it was a memorable expression of covenant partnership all the way around. And watching how much this day meant to Jessie was deeply moving. She clearly feels a strong call to this ministry. We pray for her and all that this ministry will bring to the church and the community.
First, here is the gas station where I filled up in Southeastern Arizona. Why show this? Because this is where the old guy in the beat up pickup drove me to after I ran out of gas on the Highway. I might have had a few things on my mind - but really, no excuse. Just being dumb again.
But, once I got to El Paso, I had a blast. Did a little adventure seeking in the morning, and came across this amphitheater hidden in the Franklin Mountains. Can't wait to see a concert or play here.
Then, La Trinidad celebrated. Jessie was recognized in the service for her authorization as a Licenced Minister. There were tears of joy, dancing, music, and food. Desert View UCC in El Paso cancelled there worship service to attend and help in the celebration, and members from Sin Fronteras were there as well.
All in all, it was a memorable expression of covenant partnership all the way around. And watching how much this day meant to Jessie was deeply moving. She clearly feels a strong call to this ministry. We pray for her and all that this ministry will bring to the church and the community.
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