Abe Announces Retirement From the Pulpit

 

 

Abe Miller has advised the Elders and the congregation of his plans to retire from full time work as Pulpit Minister. The effective date will be the first of the year — January 2009. Abe has emphasized to the Elders and to the Eastside congregation that there are no problems leading to this decision but that he just needs to get away from the full schedule he is working. 

Abe has been offered an opportunity by the Elders to remain on, working part time as minister to the Senior Seekers, and we are pleased to announce that Abe has accepted the leadership for the Seniors work. The Senior Seekers have become such a vital part of our congregation that we did not want that ministry to suffer losses without a minister to devote time to the Seniors. 

The Elders have begun a search for a replacement for the Pulpit Minister position. We will be interviewing both internal and external candidates. We are asking your input as to ministers you know who are looking to make a move or that you feel would be good for our congregation. Deacons and their wives will assist the Elders and their wives in the interviewing process with the candidates and their wives. 

Please take the time to thank Abe and Shirley and tell them how much they have meant to you and thank them for their willingness to continue to serve. Feel free to ask any of the Elders if you have questions. 

 

Eastside Elders