A Little R&R
I hope all is well back on the Texas coast!
peace,
will
A weblog from Pastor Will Rice about Come Together - An alternative, contemporary worship experience at Oak Hill United Methodist Church in Austin, Texas
Going Home, Sort of…
It has been a couple of years now since I lost my mother and as we approach another Mother’s Day, I find myself thinking about her quite a bit. My thoughts are filled with joy and a little sadness and are largely connected with the news of my new pastoral appointment.
In case you haven’t heard, I have been appointed to
Those of you who know me well know that I tend to by quite practical in my spirituality, not prone to major movements of emotion. However, the anticipation of this move to Corpus Christ is overwhelming spiritually and emotionally. I can’t help but feel the movement of the Spirit as I take the next step in my spiritual journey that has moved me personally and geographically.
I mentioned, in my last column, my interest in becoming the senior pastor of my own church. Instead, I will take the roll of an associate. I need to tell you, I feel no disappointment in that outcome. I have a deep love and respect for John Wright. He has been an important guide for me on the road I have traveled. I feel it is important that I continue to be a partner with him in ministry and I believe that, through that partnership, we may uphold and uplift each other and reach our full potential in the ministry of Jesus Christ.
John and I have such drastically different backgrounds. His passion for ministry comes from a lifelong relationship with the church. My passion comes from the new thing I have found in the church as an adult. Our differing points of view lead to a vibrant ministry that pushes us both to consider all the possibilities in sharing the glorious news of Christ that has shaped both of our lives. I am filled with anticipation and wonder about our continuing ministry together.
As I move toward my move in June and as we all look forward to our celebration of Mother’s Day, I like to think that my mom would be as excited as I am about what the future holds as I return to her home.
Grace and Peace be with you,
will