Our going away picnic was overwhelming...plenty of folks there, lots of good food, and generous thoughts, words, and gifts came our way, both during the picnic and afterwards as we opened the “money box” they gave us -- full of notes, checks and cash. The checks and cash are wonderful, as we have lots of expenses right now, but the significant part of it were the words shared with us about how Bart’s ministry had meant so much to people. We were so thrilled to see how many people, especially the older members, were able to express that our children and watching them grow up had brought them joy.
One of our friends had asked, in a round about way, if these people were our friends. Yes. Friends we will never forget. Parishioners aren’t supposed to be people that you fall in love with as a pastor, but some people make it impossible not to.
So, for those of you from our current church who read this blog, thanks for a great 7 years. You have made our lives deeper, richer, and more fulfilling by sharing your lives with us. We will miss you, we love you dearly, and you will never be forgotten.
One of our friends had asked, in a round about way, if these people were our friends. Yes. Friends we will never forget. Parishioners aren’t supposed to be people that you fall in love with as a pastor, but some people make it impossible not to.
So, for those of you from our current church who read this blog, thanks for a great 7 years. You have made our lives deeper, richer, and more fulfilling by sharing your lives with us. We will miss you, we love you dearly, and you will never be forgotten.
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