The congregation’s brand new pastor had trouble sleeping. Transitions are difficult– new people, new setting, new challenges. It was a lot to handle, even in all the excitement about the same things, and it was keeping him up too late.
The Regional Minister made a welcome call, and was surprised when the new pastor poured out his anxiety, confessing that he had been unable to sleep since arriving! The quick-thinking regional minister reminded him of Jesus with the disciples on the restless sea, and of Jesus’ words, “Peace, be still.” The waters were stilled for the disciples, and for the new Disciples pastor too.
The ministry of the Christian Church in Kansas is to bring this same calming presence, to provide assurance and support. Our ministers are not alone in the journey of ministry, because your generous gifts to the Christmas Offering helps provide a minister for your minister. With your gifts, you make these ministries and others a reality across the region of Kansas.