The Call of God is a mysterious and powerful directive. It comes when we least expect it asking us to go places we never dreamed and attempting things we never imagined. Though the call to serve God is a life time endeavor the scope and nature of that call can change through the seasons of life. Three of St. Matthew’s most trusted and valued paid staff have sensed God ‘s leading and blessing to adjust their role in the fulfillment of our mission. All three desire to remain tethered to the body called St. Matthew and will continue serving in various ways.
Mark Justice began an extended leave of absence from his position as 9:40 worship leader effective February 1st. Frequent out of state business travel has caused Mark to be unavailable on Sunday mornings on a consistent basis and he felt it best to step back until this season of travel subsides. Mark has done a great job leading us into the presence of God and we are grateful for all of his excellent work. I trust we will again hear his gifted voice among the worshipping throng.
Chris Bohon is conducting tryouts for contemporary vocalists and musicians. Please email him at chris.bohon@stmattcpc.org if you are interested. As we continue to grow and add more services there will be an ongoing need for additional band members.
Charlene Smith transitioned into an unpaid lay staff position effective March 1st. Charlene will continue to work with traditional worship ensembles and playing the piano and organ as needed. This will allow her more flexibility for her ever changing busy life. She is a full time employee in the TCU music department and the demands are many. Charlene has been a valuable paid staff person for 11 ½ years , serving as an accompanist and director of the choir. Thank you Charlene! We love you and look forward to seeing what God will do in and through you next.
Kristen Walker will step back from her duties as Children’s Minister effective April 4th. Kristen will begin a substitute teaching position at a local elementary school soon there after. Six years ago we ventured out to hire out first full time Children’s Minister, after much prayer, God led Kristen into our lives. Since that time she and husband Will have added two more offspring into their fold for a total of five children. Family demands and the completion of one leg of her theological education, Master of Arts in Christian Service degree, have led to her decision. You will still see Kristen and her family in worship week after week and serving in the life of the church as a whole. Those who worship Saturday at 6:00 or Sunday 9:40 will continue to be blessed my Will’s vocal leadership.
There will be no immediate job posting for the Children’s Ministry position. We are prayerfully considering reorganization of the ministry structure.
Please pray for and thank these excellent servants when you see them. We have been blessed by their service and I feel honored to call each of them friend and ministry partner.
Live Life Strong,
Rick
