So much. I'm so tired of folks who want to pick apart every little thing. They're neither kind nor helpful. So happy to be serving a congregation where this doesn't happen. Hope this trend continues with my next ministry.
One of many reasons why church needs to be grounded in FAITH. I go to church to be closer to what is sacred, not to be entertained by the sermon. If the sermon is inspiring, wonderful! One more element of holiness! If not, I still spent that 10 minutes physically and spiritually in sacred space.
Yes, those who share in public, like you, need thick skin. Even when someone like me does not share my writing but does serve on a board or committee, we have to grow thick skin. It is hard and I applaud you for every word you share with us. Thank you.
I'm not a minister, but I know that in my work and personal life every swing of the bat isn't a home run (sometimes it isn't even a foul ball). and it surprises me that folks sometime seem to expect something from church they don't expect of themselves or any other facet of their life.
So much. I'm so tired of folks who want to pick apart every little thing. They're neither kind nor helpful. So happy to be serving a congregation where this doesn't happen. Hope this trend continues with my next ministry.
One of many reasons why church needs to be grounded in FAITH. I go to church to be closer to what is sacred, not to be entertained by the sermon. If the sermon is inspiring, wonderful! One more element of holiness! If not, I still spent that 10 minutes physically and spiritually in sacred space.
Yes, those who share in public, like you, need thick skin. Even when someone like me does not share my writing but does serve on a board or committee, we have to grow thick skin. It is hard and I applaud you for every word you share with us. Thank you.
I'm not a minister, but I know that in my work and personal life every swing of the bat isn't a home run (sometimes it isn't even a foul ball). and it surprises me that folks sometime seem to expect something from church they don't expect of themselves or any other facet of their life.
FYI - Sometimes I crave a burger. :-) Thank you.