TY: Pastor's Appreciation day!

From New Life Haverhill FB page, October 27, 2022:

A NOTE FROM THE PASTOR:

A special "THANK YOU" to all that honored Pamela and me over the Pastor's Appreciation weekend! The notes, cards, gifts are very greatly appreciated. These displays and words of affection and appreciation go a long way in a pastors heart and remain symbolic of all that a pastor really desires in a church. And that is, "relationship."

This carries over to the leaders in a given church too. Doers are obviously very important. People with special giftings are very important. And, creative souls are very important. And all are welcome and encouraged to come and discover and unleash their talents for the Lord and His people! But what makes it work in a congregational setting is "relationship".

All those elements without relationship with the pastor spells chaos and most likely, sooner or later, hurt feelings.

Speaking respectfully to and having genuine love for one another, sharing ideas before implementing them, feeling comfortable with one another to say yes or no, not walking on proverbial eggshells in fear of upsetting someone, all contribute to the making of a great church.

Pamela and I are trusting the Lord for great things as this year of 2022 gently winds down and the New Year of 2023 (can you believe that??) is quickly forming on the horizon.

To all whom we pastor, know that WE APPRECIATE YOU! To others that are reading this and have your own pastors, make sure you bless them with your respect and kindness and camaraderie and words of affirmation. To anyone that does not have a pastor, you should really think about finding one! They are, after-all, a gift from Jesus to His church.

See Ephesians 4:11-12.

Let's move forward in our service to the King of all Kings, the Lord Jesus Christ. Ultimately, it is all about Him and following His word. Guaranteed, many dear souls that have not yet heard the gospel weigh in the balance.

-Pastor Rick