MINISTRY NEWS
Zech and Jen Houser (Highland Avenue) have been approved by the district Ministry Leadership Development Team and Leadership Team for ordination, and they are scheduled for a final congregational vote next month. Our prayers are with them on this ongoing journey of ministry.
Congregational vacancies: Chicago First and Girard have recent pastoral vacancies and are exploring next steps, currently using lay leadership and pulpit supply, with Terry Link (Springfield) assisting in providing leadership at Girard. Canton has also shifted to a creative team model, with Kevin Kessler continuing in a part-time role leading that team.
Cherry Grove is also using regular pulpit supply. Steve Needham, formerly at the Decatur congregation, is currently serving the La Place congregation with preaching and worship leadership as they discern next steps.
Grants available: The denomination’s Office of Ministry has shared that grants are available through the Part-Time Pastor, Full-Time Church program for pastors who would like to do a sabbatical or continuing education experience. For more information or an application, contact district executive minister Walt Wiltschek at IWDDE@outlook.com.
Congregational vacancies: Chicago First and Girard have recent pastoral vacancies and are exploring next steps, currently using lay leadership and pulpit supply, with Terry Link (Springfield) assisting in providing leadership at Girard. Canton has also shifted to a creative team model, with Kevin Kessler continuing in a part-time role leading that team.
Cherry Grove is also using regular pulpit supply. Steve Needham, formerly at the Decatur congregation, is currently serving the La Place congregation with preaching and worship leadership as they discern next steps.
Grants available: The denomination’s Office of Ministry has shared that grants are available through the Part-Time Pastor, Full-Time Church program for pastors who would like to do a sabbatical or continuing education experience. For more information or an application, contact district executive minister Walt Wiltschek at IWDDE@outlook.com.
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