From Pastor Zeke Page 1 From the Desk of Pastor Zeke New Car Smell In my life, I have only ever known that smell one time. Years ago Andrea and I bought a brand spanking new Toyota car hoping to finally have a dependable vehicle. Needless-to-say that wonderful smell didn't last long. Well... it has been one full year since I was appointed to Wesley/Cavanaugh and that new pastor feeling is long in the dust by now. What a ride it has been! I went into this appointment knowing I didn't know anything about a two point charge. I was painfully aware of my known shortcomings and sure others would quickly be revealed. You have all shown so much grace to me as your pastor. Thank you for being patient with me and for loving me and my family. I have come to love each of you and truly enjoy living life alongside everyone. I am hopeful for the year to come. I truly believe that we are going to see God move in us and through us in the year to come. There is no doubt we will continue to engage our community and mission field as we act out our faith through mission. In addition, my prayer continues to be that others might experience what we enjoy as part of our church. I have no doubt there are many in need and searching for a place- a place where they can feel safe, supported, and loved. I believe our church offers that kind of place and that kind of people. In the next year, I hope we can further our efforts to invite and encourage others to experience our church. In this year to come, I will continue to seek God's guidance for me, as your pastor, and for us as a church. Likewise, I hope to deepen our relationships with one another and with God. Thank you for a great year and I can't wait to see what this next one will bring. Keep the Faith Strong, Zeke Wesley UMC Newsletter July 2019
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