From the Pastor's Desk

It's Time to Rally! 

I sometimes joke that leading Rally Day, when our fearless and imaginative leader, Rodney, takes a year off is like having coffee fellowship after a certain gifted deacon, who prefers to remain nameless does something with goodies that is off the chart. 

But the pressure, I have come to realize, is self imposed. Rodney and Suzie are two of the most humble people I know. They just happen to be gifted with great talent. and we are supposed to use our time and talent for the Lord, right? but what happens if the unintended consequences of putting our best foot forward makes others apprehensive to follow, or in this case, to lead? 

I'm glad for a church that prefers to support rather than to compete. That means we can rally in the fall with enthusiasm, even when the second string is in the game. The key to having a great, fun time marking the beginning of the fall church season lies more with the participants than with the skill of the organizers. and that is the way it should be. 

join us for Rally Day and plan to have a great time. We will have fun. We will encourage one another to remain active in our participation as the weather cools and opportunities for spiritual growth start fresh. 

And maybe we can rally behind Mr. Rodney this year in a novel way. There is nothing quite like the feeling you get when something happens whiel you take a breather. It reminds you that you have friends and support. And that, if you think about it, is what makes Rally Day special. Still I'm not doing coffee fellowship after Suzie! 

Pastor Pat Sheahan