-
A long-awaited introduction!
St. Andrew’s met with an unusual circumstance when Pastor David left us mid-appointment at the end of December 2021. Pastor Steve stepped in to fill what was intended to be a six-month “interim” appointment. As the 2022 Missouri Annual Conference approached though, a new appointment was not found. After some prayerful consideration, Steve agreed to…
-
Looking toward February and the beginning of Lent
Another Charge Conference is in the books. I have to say this was one of the shortest conferences I have attended in my 20+ years of ministry. There was still a time of music, worship, teaching and business, but all were completed in just an hour. Our new District Superintendent really seems to be organized…
-
Pounding the Pastor
From Nurture Chairman, Terry Neckermann In the last newsletter, there were suggestions to help the new pastor. This is another opportunity to serve. According to the Effingham Herald, it has been a long-time custom to welcome the new pastor to churches, especially in the South, with a “pounding”. The name “pounding” likely came from staple items…
-
Welcoming the New Pastor
A card or letter can be sent to the new pastor to welcome him to De Soto. Contact information is: David and Barbara Duncan 209 Cedar St. Perryville, MO 63775 Email: dbduncan1980@gmail.com Cell: 816-676-8826 As a congregation, we can help David get off to a strong start by helping him acclimate and making him feel…
-
A Change in Leadership
Deuteronomy 34:1-9 As uncomfortable as change may be, it’s a fact of life. To live is to change. Change is inevitable in all living systems. People and organizations which refuse to change and adjust to a rapidly changing world soon become extinct. Now I not suggesting that all change is good. Some change can be…