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Pastor Mode

The first week back was not a quiet week by all means but not the “all hell breaking loose” kind of week I had anticipated. It was as typical as any week can be in congregational ministry with the added bonus of a 300+ email inbox!
I joked with several people on Sunday that I am going to go away more often because I was feeling all the love before, during, and after worship. It is truly wonderful to be back among the beautiful people of God I serve here in Oskaloosa. 
Sunday I reached my hug quota times 1,000 I am sure. Monday and Tuesday launched me into deep “pastor mode” with hospital visits, staff meeting, and evening prayers with a few people. Wednesday I was quickly reminded of the amazing work our church does for and with children and youth (I also reached my hug quota without doubt) and was warmly welcomed back into the choir fold! Thursday brought meetings and sermon prep (Job 23, if you’re interested). Friday and Saturday brought both time for being with friends, finishing the sermon, and finally getting my email inbox cleared out!

Hope for the week:  I hope this beautiful fall weather sticks around for a few more days!

Is there an Answer  Have I been doing this practice of blogging long enough for it to be a habit?
Apparently I have. Yay!!

Question of the Week:   What does God have in store for me this week?

Thought for the week:  I will have to go to Maid Right for lunch sometime this week.


I invite you to join me daily in the Prayer for the week: God of the unknown guide me this week to the places you would have me go. Show me the ways to share you love and grace with others, even when I don’t think they deserve it, because you have shown me love and grace I did not deserve either. When I can’t see the way, remind me that you go before me, you stand beside me, and you push me from behind, especially when I am unwilling to move. Move me this week O God, into your service. Amen.
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