Sunday, January 1st we will have just one worship service at 10:30. This past Sunday, Christmas Day, we had a good number of people at worship and the spirit of the congregation was great. It was a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas. I anticipate the same next Sunday.
What is even more special about January 1st is it gives us an opportunity to say "goodbye" to Reverend Ray Miller. Ray has been a member of the staff for the past several years and has contributed greatly to the church's ministry. He has taught classes, has led in worship services and preached. He was helped us put together very successful stewardship campaigns and has been a valuable member of the church staff.
Ray's general belief that the church is designed to serve humanity and that the best measure of ministry is in terms of how the church's focus shifts beyond the walls has been, truly, an inspiration. He will be moving the Guatemala for the next year and will return to Fort Collins in August. He will be missed.
Ray has been a trusted staff member, a competent professional, a visionary leader, and a friend. We are very fortunate to have had the chance to work with him and we applaud his decision to take this next step in his life.
Ray Miller is an example for all of us of what it means to see life as a journey and to understand that every age and stage is a potential learning experience.
Join us Sunday as we bid Ray farewell and as we express appreciation for all he has done for us.
If you would like to add your words of appreciation for Ray's ministry write me at charlesschuster@fcfumc.net. If you would like to share your thoughts with the readers of the blog click on the 'comments' box below. I look forward to hearing from you.
Charles Schuster
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We certainly wish Rev. Miiler well in his new adventure of Service. It is quite the example of taking the Christ Spirit "out of the manger" and into the world.
PenDell Pittman
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