Bishop Sue Briner sent a letter this week to all transitional pastors saying some contracts are being extended for less than a year, perhaps four or six months. Apparently too many pastors and congregations are taking their time going through the transition process and the bishop wants faster turnarounds. I do not know what this means for the extension of my contract.
Both Bishop Eaton and Bishop Briner have suggested congregations not have remote or virtual Holy Communion services. I suggest First Lutheran abide by this advice and not have Holy Communion services
The poncho-like vestment worn at most worship services is to be worn by the presiding minister at Holy Communion. Since there was no sacrament, the vestment was not worn.
Church signs with message boards like the one at First Lutheran Church in Edinburg can create some interesting situations. Sometimes the sign does not communicate what is intended. Following 9/11 at