July 1, 2010

This last week at home has been great! I've gotten some of those "put-off" projects done and have enjoyed staying up late and getting up late!

Beginning this Sunday afternoon, I'll be participating in the 2010 National American Guild of Organist convention being held here in DC. I'll attend workshops and have the opportunity to hear in concert some of the finest organists from around the country. Unfortunately, it seems that the heat and humidity are moving back in -- which means I'll be staying inside as much as possible!

I also turn another year older this week. In doing so, and in this sacred sabbatical time, I'm reflecting on where I am in at this stage in my life and ministry. I have followed God's call in ministry for 24 years and wonder where God is leading me in the next 12 years before potentially retiring from active parish ministry. In many ways ministry has changed dramatically over the past 20+ years. But the call to be present to people in times of joy and sorrow, to help people discern how God is calling them to live their faith in the every-dayness of life, and to encourage and present opportunities for others to seek deeper relationship with God -- to experience those "thin places" where holy and human touch -- THAT remains constant.

Much for me to contemplate!

Until next post, blessings!