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Pastor’s Message
Core Values Camp: Joyful Generosity
Beloveds,
In the 2021 document identifying the core values of Rejoice, Joyful Generosity is described this way: We seek to look at our world through eyes of abundance and desire to give as we have received. God gives us an abundance of all things through an abundance of grace. John 1:16 describes it as “grace upon grace.” God’s abundance given to us includes our time, abilities and money. Paul teaches that a form of grace is joy. In joy we give out of the abundance we have received.
This is the last of our six-week Core Values sermon series, and it is a wonderful way to wrap things up. Rejoice, without a doubt, is a generous and joyful congregation! Join us on Sunday as we reflect on this and welcome 3 households of new members.
An interim transition announcement:
Late last month, I was contacted about taking on a new interim ministry with a congregation in Minneapolis. While it makes me sad to think of wrapping up things at Rejoice, it seems the right time to do so. I feel a tiny bit like Mary Poppins, preparing to leave at the height of our relationship because it is so clear you are ready for what’s next.
Sunday, June 23 will be my last day as your interim pastor. In worship, we will share a time of prayers and blessings, and for fellowship time, we will have all manner of strawberry treats. I am working with the council to arrange pastors to lead worship through the end of July. Pastor Carol Olson will be with you on June 16 when I am on vacation; Pastor Dave Nelson will lead outdoor worship on June 30. Pastor Carol Olson has very generously offered to cover any emergencies that month.
Beloved of Rejoice, you are dear to my daughter and me, and always will be. Please know how sad we are to plan for this transition—and also know how proud we are of all you have accomplished this year, and of what an amazing community you are.
Pastor Susan
pastorsusan@rejoicelutheranchurch.org
612-239-8968
Welcome New Members:
Joan Gardner
Mike, Jennifer, Jeana, Emily, Matthew, and Julia Brown
Jill and Lydia Rausch
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