At the age of 52, I can hardly believe the changes that have taken place in my life over the last ten years. … in 2000 my firstborn graduated from high school … in the next couple of years I was given tremendous employment opportunities with the federal government … in 2005 my baby graduated from high school, I convocated with a BA, and then I was off to seminary … the next four years were full of changes including my year in Ontario … in 2008 Doug was successfully treated for melanoma … in 2009 I graduated with a Masters of Divinity and received a call to ministry.
The dear folks of the Southwest Lutheran Parish – Kyle, Cabri, Admiral, Herbert & Swift Current believed and trusted that God was nudging them to call me to work in partnership with them and two other pastors. I am indebited to their courage to be church in difficult times. They have taught me so much, have trusted me, and have been willing to help grow a newly ordained pastor.
I remember my ordination day so clearly. I felt profoundly loved by God as it was expressed through so many people.
This journey that I have been on has not been a solitary journey. Doug has been at the centre and I know it has had implications for Rhett & Leah and Emily. I also cherish the memory of so many others … wow! God is amazing and gracious and caring. I am at peace … and disturbed … just how Jesus would like our discipleship to be!
Ahhhh…..abundant blessings, my friend!
We have many warm and special memories of participating in your ordination service. May Holy Spirit continue to guide and direct your path.
Our prayers, love and support for you continue, Pastor Kristin!!! (still can’t quite get used to that)
Happy ordination anniversary!
Thank you!
(Have any of you had this ‘error’ message before: I tried to post “Thank you!” and the error message was “Too short. Go back and try again.” … just when I was trying to avoid being too wordy!)
I too want to pass on my Congrats Kristin…I thought about you all day on Friday and that it was already a year that we celebrated your new journey. It was a terrific and meaningful time and the whole weekend was so wonderful. (Maybe we can plan a little reunion each year at that time – what do you think Mary & Gerald?) Blessings Kristin for many more wonderful years serving Him!
Dear Fran – thank you for your wonderful words of encouragement & blessing!
GREAT idea Fran! Let’s do it in 2011!
And yes, Kristin, I have had that error message — “poor Doug” is no longer enough for a reply!! Just when you FINALLY get me to comment on things (you know – quiet, shy Mary) and then I’m told I have to talk even more. It’s tough!!!
Rhett probably added some widget that makes sure comments are at least a few words in order to prevent spam.
Am I right, Rhett?
You are right and I am changing that right now.
Thanks Jennifer … now I get to test Rhett to see if he reads my blog. He has been awfully quiet!
I do read the blog, but I just read it in my RSS reader. I rarely come to the site to see all your witty banter.