This morning our Pastor announced to the church that the financial situation at the church has necessitated some major changes for the coming year. We have had many families lose their jobs this year, and with that the offerings have also suffered. With that news, it was then announced that two of the full-time staff pastors would be leaving to find new positions. I am one of those.
We have been here in Wichita for right at a year and a half. We have loved the opportunity that we have had to be involved at Glenville, and have learned a lot in the time we have been here. The people love God and love others. I would have to say this church is a great example of what a grace-filled church is all about, as they are so very accepting of people. The staff has also been a blast to work with. We will miss everyone dearly. This has been a great experience for us.
Our next steps do not simply include a change of churches to serve in. After a long time of prayer and seeking counsel, I feel that God is moving me into another direction in ministry as well. I love music, that will never change, but that season of ministry is coming to a close. I will be seeking a church in which to serve as their Lead Pastor, or some other Administrative/Executive Pastor role.
As I said, we will miss the people that we are currently serving along side with. It is never easy to move on. But we are excited to see what God is going to do with us in the future. I love what Job said in Job 23:13-14:
“But he alone is God, and who can oppose him? God does as he pleases, and he will do exactly what he intends with me.”
We covet your prayers for our family as we take our next steps. We hold on to the knowledge that God knows what He is doing with us. We just want to hold on and go for the ride!
You and your family will be greatly missed at Glenville!
I pray that God will take you to the ministry He has for you. I pray for the best for you and your family. You will be missed.
Love you guys you will be missed. I have enjoyed working with you! However, I know with your faithfulness God will lead you exactly where he wants you. Good luck!
Our family has grown to love your family. We will miss you terribly. We will be praying for all of you and for what is in your future. We all know that God knows what he is doing. We just don’t understand the “Whys” sometimes. Please know that a lot of people are loving you and praying for you.
That is huge news! and exciting too! I think you would make an excellent lead pastor and can hardly wait to see what God has in store for you and your family.
We really appreciated you. We will be praying that as God leads you and your family that you will be in the center of his will. You will be missed.
Come back to Illinois!
I’m sorry to hear about the loss of another great opportunity at your church in Wichita. However, I agree that God has a wonderful experience out there waiting for you and Jen. May God bless your new year of changes. I’ll be praying for you all! I love ya all and miss ya!
wish we could go where ever you end up. God bless and guide you.
One never stops praying for Family ,no matter where God takes you all you will always be part of this family so Caleb,Steve and I will continue
our prayers for you. We love you
You know I will miss U a lot, but my “sugar” is what I will miss, & what she says & does.
Your going to make a great Pastor…. Your an awesome family only wish I & my family had more time around you all God Bless you all & my 3rd son Josiah LOL