THANK YOU TO MY CHURCH FAMILY

Recently, Rachel Held Evans wrote a blog titled, "11 Things I Wish More Pastors Would Say." It was an invitation to pastors to speak with greater humility and honesty for the benefit of their congregations. In response to her blog, a few pastors wrote what they wish people who are part of their church would say to them.One list in particular grabbed my attention. It was written by Eric Atcheson, titled "10 Things Pastors Need to Hear From Their Congregations." Among his top ten list were:How can I be praying for you?Enjoy your time away. Don't Stop Being yourself.(You can read the rest of the list by clicking here)As I read his list, I was struck by the fact that I frequently hear the things he listed from those who are part of the congregation here at Denver Community Church. I was again reminded how much care, love, support and encouragement I, and our leadership, receives from our brothers and sisters within our faith community. Even as I prepare to leave on vacation next week I have received several emails from those who wrote just to say things like, "Have a great vacation!" and "I'm excited for you and your family to to have time to rest and recharge." As Atcheson points out, those words are so good to hear.And so, I wanted to simply write a blog to my church family and say "Thank you." Your passion, humor, dedication to justice, pursuit of wholeness and love are a constant blessing and encouragement to me. Tuesday, July 2 will mark six years since the day I arrived in Denver. I am forever grateful for these six years, and am more excited for the years to come.